Investing in Startups (or Angel Investing) can provide strong financial returns and can allow investors to have an impact on amazing innovations that make the world a better place.  In this seminar we will introduce the basics of Angel Investing and discuss the realities of Angel Investing.  The seminar will be led by Eric Dobson […]

Tendai Charasika currently serves as UofL's Research and Innovation Entrepreneur-in-Residence and as the Chief Strategy Officer for Saling Wealth Advisors. He has a long track record of success in Louisville startups and in serving the Louisville entrepreneur community. Join us at TEN20 Craft Brewery to learn more about Tendai's story and his current projects. Tendai is a high-performing senior […]

Lexington's premier pitch competition is back at The Mane on Main! On June 22nd, 5 startups are taking the stage to cap off Lexington Entrepreneurship Day (LED) 2022. Clap and cheer as the 5 companies pitch their businesses to the crowd Shark Tank-style. The winner will receive $500 cash, PLUS the opportunity to accept a […]

OpenGrants CEO, Sedale Turbovsky, and Enduring Planet CEO, Dimitry Gershenson, will break down today’s funding opportunities and tools for climate tech companies, including grants, revenue based financing, and more. This session is perfect for any founder in the climate space looking for funding to scale and strategizing for a long-term plan. The conversation will cover: The funding […]

Maybe you’re a crypto expert, or maybe words like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Polygon, and non fungible tokens (NFTs) are new to you. Regardless, every business should be aware of the new stage of the internet, also known as Web3, and the implications it could have on the future of doing business. Join GLI’s TechFirst network to […]

Join the University of Louisville College of Business and Amplify Louisville as we bring founder resources from campus to the community. Meet and learn how to take advantage of FREE University resources as a founder. Learn how to gain FREE access to EIR's, capstone teams, interns, the COB librarian, and more all while enjoying food, […]

Entrepreneurs - take this 7-part free workshop to begin your journey to start and run a successful business. Learn how to move from filling orders to managing your business. Taught by Louisville SCORE Mentors and hosted by LCCC, this series starts June 14 and continues weekly. Take one or all workshops. Topics: 1. Introduction: Start […]

Join us every Thursday at 12 pm EDT for a Q&A with SBA session. Hear from the SBA's West Virginia, Virginia, North Carolina and Kentucky District Offices. They will provide updates and answer questions on any of SBA's programs or services. Registration is not required but encouraged so you can receive a reminder. Join on […]

Unfamiliar with patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets? Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) experts about intellectual property (IP) basics and potential ways to protect your innovation as you transition from idea to product.

OpenGrants is excited to host Ben Schrag, SBIR/STTR Program Director and Policy Liaison at the National Science Foundation (NSF). We will be breaking down everything grant seekers need to know about NSF SBIR opportunities - how the process works, how to be prepared, how to find the right fit and make your application competitive. This discussion is […]

Cynthia P. Collier (Cindy) holds degrees from Lindsey Wilson College, Campbellsville University and additionally did graduate work at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Who knew a woman running a successful truck line in a man’s world would have sung her way through college! After college, Cynthia embarked on her career as a woman to be known. […]