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SUMMARY:TCNewTech Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of exploring new ideas and connections as we support local entrepreneurs and startups.\n\n\nThe TCNewTech Pitch Competition is a fun and free public event featuring Michigan startups showcasing their innovative business ideas. Come help us cheer on the finalists as they present their ideas on stage and compete for cash prizes. A panel of expert judges will review each startup\, determine the best and most innovative idea\, and audience members will also vote for their favorite. Think Shark Tank for Northern Michigan! \nAnd it’s not just about the pitch competition. Check out the Startup Expo happening in the lobby both before and after the competition. Enjoy refreshments as you meet entrepreneurs\, startup service providers\, innovators\, students\, and startup enthusiasts driving the region’s growing startup community. \n20Fathoms plans to take photos and video during this event. By attending the event\, you agree to being photographed and filmed which may be used for marketing purposes. \n\n\nEvent schedule\n4:30 pm: Doors open. Visit the Startup Expo in the lobby to meet businesses and service providers. Cash bar. \n5:00 – 6:15 pm: Pitch competition. Each presenter will be allowed 5 minutes to present their business\, followed by a 5 minute Q&A with the judges. \n6:15 – 7:30 pm: Award ceremony and networking. The first and second place winners will be announced\, along with the audience choice award. Grab a drink\, meet interesting people in our startup ecosystem\, discuss ideas\, and see who will walk away with the grand prize. \nParking: There are several surface lots and street parking around the City Opera House. There is also the Larry C. Hardy Parking Deck two blocks to the east down Front Street. \nRoad construction: Please note that there will be road construction happening in the area. Find more info here and be sure to plan accordingly! \nSpecial thanks to our sponsors: \n\n\n\nSpecial thanks to our Afterparty host: \n\n\n\nAbout 20Fathoms\n20Fathoms is the home of technology and entrepreneurship in Northern Michigan. We catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship through startup incubation services\, business workshops\, community partnership\, and a vibrant coworking space. We also remove barriers and accelerate career growth through tech career training\, talent acquisition\, and the advancement of regional strategic initiatives. \n\n\nAbout TCNewTech\nA program of 20Fathoms\, TCNewTech is a recurring pitch competition supported by tech enthusiasts\, businesses\, and entrepreneurs. Founded in 2015 as a way to connect local tech professionals\, TCNewTech is a critical component in Traverse City’s growing startup community. Since its founding\, more than 250 companies have pitched and $45\,000 in pitch prizes have been awarded.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/tcnewtech-pitch-competition-2/
LOCATION:City Opera House\, 106 E Front St\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Pitch
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SUMMARY:Workshop: How to Network Your Startup
DESCRIPTION:How to Network Your Startup and Build Community Around Your Idea\n\n\nJoin Delaney Keating\, Director of Entrepreneurship & Commercialization at 20Fathoms\, and take the “Ugh!” out of networking. During this happy hour\, you will learn new ways to leverage your personal and professional connections to build energy and synergy around your idea or startup. Networks are a powerful tool\, whether you’re still validating your concept or chasing “dolla dolla bills” (or\, well\, funding!). \nEvent format:\nThis is an in-person event and there is no charge to attend. \nSpace is limited. Please register. \nEnjoy sparkling water and craft beverages from our sponsors. \nWho would benefit most from this program:\nFounders or soon-to-be founders! \nAbout the presenter:\nDelaney Keating\, Director of Entrepreneurship and Commercialization\, leads startup services programming at 20Fathoms. In this role she oversees our business incubation and acceleration initiatives\, access to capital program\, and technology transfer. \nDelaney has spent her career in entrepreneurship\, startups\, and technology. She has built small companies\, launched university-based innovation labs\, and developed a statewide startup support hub for rural founders\, all from a remote location at 7700’ at her previous home base in southwest Colorado. \nPrior to moving to Michigan and joining 20Fathoms\, Delaney was Managing Director of Pando Telecom where she led the company to 10x growth over 12 months. She was also the Executive Director of Startup Colorado where she developed the organization from the ground up\, establishing a first-of-its-kind statewide rural startup network. Additionally she served as Co-founder of Catapult Outdoor Industry Accelerator\, Founder and Creative Director of RoShamBo: Marketing + Creative\, and Director and Small Business Consultant for the Colorado Small Business Development Center Network. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in English Language and Literatures/Letters from Western Colorado University. \nAway from the desk\, Delaney can generally be found in nature or making up a soup recipe on the fly. She also enjoys writing\, dancing\, cycling\, and other “-ing” things. \nSpecial thanks to our beverage sponsors: \n\n\n\nAbout 20Fathoms\n20Fathoms is the home of technology and entrepreneurship in Northern Michigan. We catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship through startup incubation services\, business workshops\, community partnership\, and a vibrant coworking space. We also remove barriers and accelerate career growth through tech career training\, talent acquisition\, and the advancement of regional strategic initiatives.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/it-takes-a-village/
LOCATION:20Fathoms\, 10850 E. Traverse Hwy\, Ste. 4400\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop
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SUMMARY:TC Women in Tech Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Join us at TC Women in Tech Meetup for connection\, empowerment\, and lots of fun!\n\n\nJoin 20Fathoms as we host Women in Tech\, a Northern Michigan social group for those working in — or interested in — the tech industry or in tech-related roles. This informal meetup is meant to help participants build local connections and work on their professional growth (yeah\, support systems!). Registration is requested to ensure ample seating\, but walk-ins are always welcome. \nWe can’t wait to see you! \nThank you to our event partner:
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/tc-women-in-tech-meetup-27/
LOCATION:Earthen Ales\, 1371 Gray Drive\, ##200\, ##200\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
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SUMMARY:Myers Briggs and Personal Finance
DESCRIPTION:How does your personality type affect your personal finance?\n\n\nA kinder\, gentler way of reaching your financial goals in an effective way — use the Myers Briggs personality test to assess how your views of finance are affected by your personality type! Attendees can expect to learn how to manage their finances according to their personality\, via processes\, softwares\, and how to set goals. Speaking of goals\, we’ll also help you drill down on some essential goals that people should have with respect to their finances. Let’s reduce the guilt associated with personal finance to help you make forward progress! \nThis event is hosted by 20Fathoms and Baniszewski Falenski Group | Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. \nEvent format:\nThis is an in-person event and there is no charge to attend. \nSpace is limited. Please register. \nLunch will be provided. \nWhat knowledge you need in order to attend:\nAttendees do not need to have any knowledge of their personality type\, nor of personal finance\, to attend this event. \nAbout the presenter:\nCaitlin Falenski has been helping clients address their financial goals with Oppenheimer since 2011. She is a member of the Baniszewski Falenski Group of Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. as a Senior Director-Investments. Caitlin recently achieved her CFP® designation\, which earned her the title of CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. \nWhile embracing honesty and integrity\, Caitlin works to address her clients’ needs. Her investment knowledge and enthusiasm are an integral part of overseeing the Group’s practice. The majority of her clients are dynamic women; driven to succeed both professionally and personally. She strives to simplify their lives and foster financial confidence by engaging them in their financial affairs. Women are known to be multi-taskers\, which is why efficiency\, stress reduction and creation of a systematic process help motivate Caitlin and her clients to move forward with their financial goals. Using a highly disciplined approach\, her clients appreciate the structure and accountability that she continually emphasizes. Whether they enjoy organization in their life\, or merely desire simplicity\, Caitlin inspires her clients to be proactive in planning for their financial future\, and to work towards achieving fiscal stability. \nA graduate from Michigan State University\, Caitlin holds the FINRA General Securities Representative registration (Series 7)\, as well as the Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination (Series 63) and the Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination (Series 65). In addition\, she is a licensed health and life insurance agent in the state of Michigan. \nCaitlin splits her time between Berkley and Traverse City with her husband\, Brandon\, and their corgi\, Pearl. She is a retired marathon runner\, and enjoys biking\, hiking and spending time on Arbutus Lake. \n\n\nAbout 20Fathoms\n20Fathoms is the home of technology and entrepreneurship in Northern Michigan. We catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship through startup incubation services\, business workshops\, community partnership\, and a vibrant coworking space. We also remove barriers and accelerate career growth through tech career training\, talent acquisition\, and the advancement of regional strategic initiatives.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/myers-briggs-and-personal-finance/
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