UVA Entrepreneurship Update - MARCH 22 - 28
What follows is a summary of the events and deadlines across Entrepreneurship@UVA and the wider Charlottesville area. As always, should you have any questions about Entrepreneurship here at UVA, feel free to check out our websiteor email: startup@virginia.edu.
:: WAHOOWA ::
Honoring the efforts of Jacqueline Novogratz, founder of impact investor the Acumen Fund, as the inaugural recipient of SE@UVA's Social Innovator of the Year award. If you missed the conversation with Ms. Novogratz, you can watch the recorded event on YouTube.
Babylon Microfarms, co-founded by Alexander Olesen and Graham Smith, announced their $3 million seed round and new 7,700 square foot HQ.
Got News? Let us know
:: HELP WANTED ::
Looking for connections to a co-founder or need help with a project? Email startup@virginia.edu.
:: WHAT'S HAPPENING ::
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Monday, March 22
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Happy Monday! Start Something!
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Tuesday, March 23
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ECUP LAUNCH OFFICE HOURS
VARIOUS TIMES - SIGN UP
Are you working on a submission for the final stage of the UVA ECUP - LAUNCH? Feel free to sign up for office hours with David Touve (SIGN UP HERE) or Laura Toscano (SIGN UP HERE), whether you want feedback on a pitch in process or just have questions.
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Wednesday, March 24
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ECUP LAUNCH OFFICE HOURS
VARIOUS TIMES - SIGN UP
Are you working on a submission for the final stage of the UVA ECUP - LAUNCH? Feel free to sign up for office hours with David Touve (SIGN UP HERE) or Laura Toscano (SIGN UP HERE), whether you want feedback on a pitch in process or just have questions.
CUSTOMER DISCOVERY & MARKET OPPORTUNITY
FROM 12:30PM UNTIL 1:00PM EST
When approaching outside investors, what do they expect in terms of market size and other key aspects of the opportunity you are presenting to them? Hosted by Virginia's Center for Innovative Technology. MORE INFO
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Thursday, March 25
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ECUP LAUNCH OFFICE HOURS
VARIOUS TIMES - SIGN UP
Are you working on a submission for the final stage of the UVA ECUP - LAUNCH? Feel free to sign up for office hours with David Touve (SIGN UP HERE) or Laura Toscano (SIGN UP HERE), whether you want feedback on a pitch in process or just have questions.
CONTRACTING: PREPARING A POWERFUL CAPABILITIES STATEMENT
FROM 10AM UNTIL 11:30AM EST
Capabilities Statements are now required in many government registration processes as a means of providing proof of “capacity and capability” as well as the ability to be a “responsible and responsive” bidder. A strong Statement is also a way of opening the door for new opportunities! MORE INFO
STARTING YOUR BUSINESS
FROM 3PM UNTIL 5PM EST
Join Central Virginia SBDC for Starting your Business Worshop! Thinking about starting a small business? Have you started…but maybe missed some critical information? This workshop is for you! MORE INFO
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Friday, March 26
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ECUP LAUNCH OFFICE HOURS
VARIOUS TIMES - SIGN UP
Are you working on a submission for the final stage of the UVA ECUP - LAUNCH? Feel free to sign up for office hours with David Touve (SIGN UP HERE) or Laura Toscano (SIGN UP HERE), whether you want feedback on a pitch in process or just have questions.
UVA E-CUP LAUNCH COMPETITION APPLICATIONS DUE
Due at High Noon (12PM EST)
Launch! is the third and final stage of the UVA Entrepreneurship Cup, and its goal is to showcase and provide seed capital to the most compelling student ventures. In past years, upwards of $50,000 was awarded. MORE INFO
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HOOHACKS 2021 - MARCH 27 - 28
HooHacks 2021 is a 24-hour virtual hackathon made for you. We're all about learning, growth, inclusivity, ethical practices, and having fun. Join us at the University of Virginia this March and help us build for good. MORE INFO
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HOOHACKS 2021 - MARCH 27 - 28
HooHacks 2021 is a 24-hour virtual hackathon made for you. We're all about learning, growth, inclusivity, ethical practices, and having fun. Join us at the University of Virginia this March and help us build for good. MORE INFO
:: ON THE HORIZON ::
A CRASH COURSE IN GO WITH FORGE - MARCH 19
3:00PM
Have you tried your hand at Python or JavaScript? Maybe you learned Java but got tired of its verbosity. Are you interested in what solutions other languages have to today’s problems? This course may be right for you. MORE INFO
WOMEN IN BIO WITH CVILLEBIOHUB - MARCH 30
FROM 12PM UNTIL 1PM EST
CvilleBioHub highlights the work of female founders and scientific leaders in the Charlottesville area in honor of Women's History Month. Hear from our panelists on their academic and industry journeys. MORE INFO
TIPS TO DEVELOPING AN EFFECTIVE PITCH DECK
FROM 12:30PM UNTIL 1:00PM EST
The Investor “Pitch Deck” is one of the most important documents you will create when seeking outside capital. This session will review a standard pitch deck, including the level of detail that it should include. MORE INFO
MANAGING FOR WORDPRESS WEBSITE - APRIL 01
FROM 12PM UNTIL 1PM EST
Join Central Virginia SBDC and learn how to create and/or better manage your WordPress website for your business! MORE INFO
SE@UVA BOOK SERIES: ROSS BAIRD - APRIL 28
From 4PM until 5PM EST
Join us for a book series event with Ross Baird to hear about his book, “The Innovation Blind Spot: Why We Back the Wrong Ideas—and What to Do About It.” The first 50 people to register will receive a free copy of the book! MORE INFO
:: OTHER OPPORTUNITIES ::
SOCIAL INNOVATION CHALLENGE - DUE APRIL 01
CGI U and Verizon have partnered to launch the Social Innovation Challenge to support a diverse community of entrepreneurs and innovators in developing leading-edge tech-based solutions to some of the world's most pressing challenges. MORE INFO
MILKIN-PENN GSE BUSINESS PLAN COMPETITION - DUE APRIL 20
Through its dynamic ecosystem, the Milken-Penn GSE Education Business Plan Competition (EBPC) celebrates meaningful innovations that address persistent and emerging problems in education. MORE INFO
VENTUREWELL OPEN 2021 IS LIVE! REGISTER NOW
OPEN 2021 will feature a dynamic mix of leading-edge content on the most pressing topics in I&E education. MORE INFO
DEBUT CHALLENGE
Applications open in January 2021 and close June 1, 2021
DEBUT challenges teams of students in undergraduate biomedical education to solve real-world problems in healthcare. Prizes of up to $20,000 will be awarded. MORE INFO
CODELAUNCH ATLANTA
Applications open May 1 and close June 17, 2021
CodeLaunch provides seed services that are invaluable to early-stage startups. Sponsors and partners help guide winning startup ventures down the path of success while minimizing their financial risk. MORE INFO
STARTUP OF THE YEAR SUMMIT
NOVEMBER 15-17, 2021
Startup of the Year Summit is a competition and event for entrepreneurs, investors, and corporate leads to connect and support startups. Register for updates! MORE INFO