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SUMMARY:Southern Spark 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join educators\, technologists\, community leaders\, and innovators from across Mississippi and the South for three days of learning\, connection\, and practical exploration of AI in education\, workforce development\, business\, and public service. \nIncludes: \n\nFull access to all keynotes\, panels\, workshops\, and breakout sessions\nAdmission to the evening reception at the Bean Barn\nConference materials and post-event resources\nLunch and refreshments during the conference\n\nWho this is for:\nAnyone attending Southern Spark to learn\, connect\, and bring ideas back to their organization or community. \nRegister Here: https://www.mississippiai.org/registration26
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/southern-spark-2026/
LOCATION:Jackson State University Student Center\, 1328 John R. Lynch Street\, Jackson\, MS\, 39203\, United States
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SUMMARY:Launch Tennessee's 3686 Conference
DESCRIPTION:This September in Tennessee\, go bigger. \nNext starts now. We always say 3686 is the best way to get to know Tennessee startups—the leading-edge innovators\, bold thinkers\, and fearless pioneers shaping the future frontier across the Volunteer State. 3686 is Tennessee’s flagship entrepreneur conference: named for Nashville’s geographic coordinates\, rooted in Music City\, and a leading destination for the Southeast’s innovation ecosystem. It’s built for breakthroughs\, where ideas gain traction and connections spark the momentum to power the year ahead. \n\nWhat to Expect \nFor over a decade\, 3686 has brought together leading voices and fresh perspectives to explore the ideas\, trends\, and challenges shaping what’s next—paired with high-impact networking that puts founders and innovators face-to-face with investors from across the country. \nNow in 2026\, we’re going even bigger—expanding the week’s lineup and introducing new can’t-miss events\, from a tech and startup job fair connecting the state’s top talent with opportunities at dynamic companies and corporate powerhouses\, to Tennessee Innovation Night with the Nashville Sounds as they face off against the Memphis Redbirds. Plus\, Startup Homecoming\, an evening bash and unforgettable 3686 celebration bursting with capital\, corsages\, and cover bands. \n  \nGet updates here: https://www.attend3686.com/
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/launch-tennessees-3686-conference/
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SUMMARY:Pitch at Venture Atlanta
DESCRIPTION:Venture Atlanta is looking for tech-enabled\, Southeast-based companies that are passionate about innovation\, and are looking to raise within the next 18 months. Once you’re selected to pitch\, you’re a VA alumnus forever\, and you’ll continue to receive benefits beyond the conference\, like invites to the Alumni Dinner and exclusive packages for future conferences. \nConnect with hundreds of active investors and gain live exposure on stage. It’s free to apply and takes less than 15 minutes to hit submit. \nVenture Atlanta serves as a platform for companies located in the greater Southeast as noted by the 13 states below. If your company is completely virtual you must have some affiliation with one of these states in order to participate. \nAlabama\, Arkansas\, Florida\, Georgia\, Kentucky\, Louisiana\, Maryland\, North Carolina\, South Carolina\, Mississippi\, Tennessee\, Texas\, Virginia\, Washington DC. \nApply to pitch here: https://companies.ventureatlanta.org/apply/ \nDeadline to apply is August 7th. \nLearn more: https://www.ventureatlanta.org/pitch/
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/pitch-at-venture-atlanta/
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