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SUMMARY:CONNECT: Networking for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:CONNECT is an opportunity for entrepreneurs\, mentors\, investors and anyone interested in entrepreneurship and innovation to network and form meaningful relationships. \nCONNECT is held the first Thursday of every month from 4:30 -6:30 pm. This month we will be meeting at the Fertile Ground\, 800 Manship St.\, Jackson\, MS. A cash bar and plenty of food options will be available for you to purchase while you mingle. \nJoin us at Fertile Ground and enjoy a cash bar and plenty of food options available for purchase while you mingle. \nPlease RSVP. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/connect-networking-for-entrepreneurs-12/
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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SUMMARY:CONNECT: Networking for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:CONNECT is an opportunity for entrepreneurs\, mentors\, investors and anyone interested in entrepreneurship and innovation to network and form meaningful relationships. \nCONNECT is held the first Thursday of every month from 4:30 -6:30 pm. This month we will be meeting at the Fertile Ground\, 800 Manship St.\, Jackson\, MS. A cash bar and plenty of food options will be available for you to purchase while you mingle. \nJoin us at Fertile Ground and enjoy a cash bar and plenty of food options available for purchase while you mingle. \nPlease RSVP. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/connect-networking-for-entrepreneurs-11/
LOCATION:Fertile Ground Beer Co.\, 800 Manship St Suite 101\, Jackson\, MS\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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SUMMARY:CONNECT: Networking for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:CONNECT is an opportunity for entrepreneurs\, mentors\, investors and anyone interested in entrepreneurship and innovation to network and form meaningful relationships. \nCONNECT is held the first Thursday of every month from 4:30 -6:30 pm. This month we will be meeting at the Cultivation Food Hall in The District\, Jackson\, MS. Cash Bar and plenty of food options will be available for you to purchase while you mingle. \nJoin us at Cultivation Food Hall and enjoy a cash bar and plenty of food options available for purchase while you mingle. \nPlease RSVP. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/connect-networking-for-entrepreneurs-10/
LOCATION:Cultivation Food Hall\, 1200 Eastover Dr Suite 125\, Jackson\, 39211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230426T193000
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SUMMARY:Jackson Area Web & App Developers April 2023 Meetup
DESCRIPTION:LOCATION: TBD \nIMPORTANT NOTE: \nSponsors: JetBrains & J.C. Hiatt \nWant to sponsor? Read our sponsorship info here. \nCheck out our website: https://jacksondevs.tech/\nGet updates on Twitter: @jacksondevs \n——– \n5:30 pm- 6:00 pm: Complimentary drinks\, food\, and socializing \n6:00 pm- 6:30 pm: Intro\, announcements\, and general discussion \n6:30 pm – 7:00 pm: TBD \n7:00 pm – 7:30 pm: TBD \n——– \nWanna speak? Get in touch! We are looking for two speakers for our upcoming meeting. \nCall 601-919-6935 if you have any issues finding us!
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/jackson-area-web-app-developers-april-2023-meetup/
CATEGORIES:Coding,Jackson
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SUMMARY:Water Access Hackathon!
DESCRIPTION:Bean Path\, in partnership with RunItApps\, is producing the first hackathon for high school students in the Jackson area. This is an excellent opportunity to learn and implement techniques used by some of the top innovators and change-makers in the world. \nStudents will get a taste of startup life in this fast-paced program\, where they’ll walk away with lifelong mentors\, a clickable prototype\, and prizes. This year’s theme is Water Access. Each team will develop a tech solution that addresses access to clean water. \nThe hackathon is geared toward high school students\, giving them the opportunity to be immersed in the world of S.T.E.A.M. through project-based exploration and learning while working with industry professionals. \nSpots are limited\, so register now! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/water-access-hackathon-hosted-by-bean-path-registration-590180003277 \n***If you’re interested in being a technical mentor or judge\, please submit your information using this form.
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/water-access-hackathon/
LOCATION:Bean Path Makerspace\, 451 N. Gallatin St .\, Jackson\, MS\, 39203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jackson,Launch/Startup Challenges
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SUMMARY:CONNECT + 2023 Innovation Report
DESCRIPTION:Join Innovate Mississippi for the First Thursday networking event\, CONNECT\, which will coincide with the highly anticipated 2023 Digital Launch of the Innovation Report. \n\n\nThe Innovation Report is Innovate Mississippi’s annual magazine that covers startups\, events\, and the innovation ecosystem in Mississippi. This year’s digital edition promises to be our best\, with in-depth articles on the latest trends and insights from the state’s most successful entrepreneurs and business leaders. \n\n\n\nCONNECT is an opportunity for entrepreneurs\, mentors\, investors and anyone interested in entrepreneurship and innovation to network and form meaningful relationships. CONNECT is held the first Thursday of every month from 4:30 -6:30. \n\n\n\nAttendees at CONNECT will receive one drink ticket per person and some light bites to enjoy while networking with like-minded individuals and learning about the latest developments in Mississippi’s innovation landscape. \n\n\nRSVP today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/connect-tickets-84659421609
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/connect-2023-innovation-report/
LOCATION:Cultivation Food Hall\, 1200 Eastover Dr Suite 125\, Jackson\, 39211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230327
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230330
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SUMMARY:HBCU Entrepreneur’s Week
DESCRIPTION:HBCU Entrepreneur’s Week \nThe bi-annual hybrid event is designed with and for historically underrepresented entrepreneurs\, business owners\, and communities. The Spring Conference\, March 27 – 29\, 2023\, will be hosted at Jackson State University in Jackson\, Mississippi\, plus live-streamed and recorded to allow optimal access for everyone. \nSpring Conference Theme: Advancing Racial Equity in Government ProcurementPlease direct questions to: sharon.simmons@jsums.edu and thomas@ecosystemresource.com \nRegister and Login to access all HBCU Entrepreneur’s Week content\, including exhibitors\, presenters\, sessions\, and more. https://www.hbcueweek.com/login
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/hbcu-entrepreneurs-week-march-27-29/
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T230533Z
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SUMMARY:CONNECT: Networking for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:CONNECT is an opportunity for entrepreneurs\, mentors\, investors and anyone interested in entrepreneurship and innovation to network and form meaningful relationships. \nCONNECT is held the first Thursday of every month from 4:30 -6:30 pm. This month we will be meeting at the Cultivation Food Hall in The District\, Jackson\, MS. Cash Bar and plenty of food options will be available for you to purchase while you mingle. \nJoin us at Cultivation Food Hall and enjoy a cash bar and plenty of food options available for purchase while you mingle. \nPlease RSVP. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/connect-networking-for-entrepreneurs-9/
LOCATION:Cultivation Food Hall\, 1200 Eastover Dr Suite 125\, Jackson\, 39211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230211T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230211T140000
DTSTAMP:20260520T114525
CREATED:20230131T155227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T155539Z
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SUMMARY:Appy Hour: What is Chat GPT? | hosted by Bean Path
DESCRIPTION:Why did Microsoft invest several BILLION dollars in ChatGPT? Because it’s going to change technology as we know it!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ \nChat Generative Pre-Trained Transformer\, commonly called ChatGPT\, is a chatbot launched by OpenAI in November 2022. It can very effectively answer questions\, write articles\, summarize information\, and more.\n​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​\nArtificial Intelligence expert and Bean Path founder\, Dr. Nashlie Sephus\, joins us at the Makerspace to discuss the implications of this disruptive new platform. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​\n​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​\nYou don’t want to miss it! This is a hybrid event. You can attend in person at the Makerspace or tune in virtually on our website. In-person attendees are encouraged to bring a laptop for our interactive demo. \nRegister at getbean.info/GPT
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/appy-hour-what-is-chat-gpt-hosted-by-bean-path/
LOCATION:Bean Path Makerspace\, 451 N. Gallatin St .\, Jackson\, MS\, 39203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jackson,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T190000
DTSTAMP:20260520T114525
CREATED:20230131T160832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T160832Z
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SUMMARY:JAWAD Beer && Code
DESCRIPTION:JAWAD is hosting a Beer && Code\, so come hang after work! \nBeer && Code is a social event for people in the industry to get together and talk shop! There will be a $200 tab open. \n**Trivia Night @ Fertile Grounds starts at 7pm for anyone who wants to stay and play! \nLOCATION: Fertile Ground Beer Co. (800 Manship St Suite 101\, Jackson\, MS 39202) \nLOCATION INSTRUCTIONS: First come first serve\, with no reserved signs or holding. \nSPONSORS: JetBrains\, J.C. Hiatt \nWant to sponsor? Read our sponsorship info here. \nCheck out our website: https://jacksondevs.tech/\nGet updates on Twitter: @jacksondevs \nWanna speak at a future event? Get in touch! \nCall 601-919-6935 if you have any issues finding us!
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/jawad-beer-code/
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230207T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230207T183000
DTSTAMP:20260520T114525
CREATED:20221214T181955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T165902Z
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SUMMARY:Legislative Reception + CONNECT: Networking for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:CONNECT is an opportunity for entrepreneurs\, mentors\, investors and anyone interested in entrepreneurship and innovation to network and form meaningful relationships. \nCONNECT is held the first Thursday of every month from 4:30 -6:30 pm\, but this month we are combining our Legislative Reception and CONNECT on the same night which will be Tuesday\, February 7\, 2023. In March we will be back to the First Thursday of each month for 2023. \nJoin us at Cultivation Food Hall and enjoy a cash bar and plenty of food options available for purchase while you mingle. \nPlease RSVP. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/connect-networking-for-entrepreneurs-8/
LOCATION:Cultivation Food Hall\, 1200 Eastover Dr Suite 125\, Jackson\, 39211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220915
DTSTAMP:20260520T114525
CREATED:20220715T181015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T181237Z
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SUMMARY:MagnoliaJS Developer Conference
DESCRIPTION:MagnoliaJS creates an inclusive conference to showcase Mississippi’s thriving developer community. Each event is a success in Mississippi’s talent in technology and in being known as the Hospitality State. \nThis upcoming 2022 season will be held in Mississippi’s capital and will draw talent from neighboring states. We’re inviting you and your company to take part with us at the Mississippi Museum of Art in Jackson\, MS on September 13-14. \nhttps://www.magnoliajs.com/
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/magnoliajs-developer-conference/
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220319
DTSTAMP:20260520T114525
CREATED:20220225T205412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220302T144154Z
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SUMMARY:Hinds CC / SBDC Vicksburg - Pitch Event
DESCRIPTION:The Hinds Community College Small Business Development Center (HCC-SBDC) seeks to increase the economic development activity of the Vicksburg region through providing a vibrant business environment in which companies can grow and thrive.  As close partners with the Chamber of Commerce and the Vicksburg Warren County Partnership\, Hinds Community College\, the Hinds CC SBDC provides support to businesses.  As a partner in the CoBuilders Accelerator\, the Hinds CC SBDC is working with other partners to assist companies from the region. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStartup Focus:  Early-stage companies generally in the Vicksburg region \nApplication Process:  Companies interested in representing Vicksburg in the statewide Co-Builders cohort should submit an application by March 18.  Each applicant will begin the process with a consultation session where they will be connected with local entrepreneurial development resources to help prepare them for the local pitch event scheduled for April 4th. \nFor further information please contact jim@mississippisbdc.org or call the Hinds CC SBDC office at 601-857-3536.
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/jsu-the-beanpath/
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220216T180000
DTSTAMP:20260520T114525
CREATED:20220128T184719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220128T184719Z
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SUMMARY:Jackson Area Web and App Developers
DESCRIPTION:This group is for professional web and application designers and developers looking to network with others in the industry\, learn about new or emerging technologies\, and for anyone looking to learn web and or application development (beginner to advanced). \nWe talk design\, share experiences with the use of different tools & languages\, critique sites & apps\, talk industry\, business\, employment news\, and share motivations and inspirations. This group is intended to become a hub for all today’s technologies that make up the Internet as we know it. \nWe meet monthly in informal settings (usually over coffee\, drink and /or food) to network and socialize with other fellow web development professionals and enthusiasts. \nRSVP here >> \nIMPORTANT NOTE: Please RSVP\, as it will dictate which venue we can use. \nSponsors: JetBrains\, J.C. Hiatt \nWant to sponsor? Read our sponsorship info here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VwD0XnjPAWsTN5RwpyIkywXiMHrYB3my5zO0iB_ydz8/edit?usp=sharing
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/jackson-area-web-and-app-developers/
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210923T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210925T170000
DTSTAMP:20260520T114525
CREATED:20210915T165135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210915T170157Z
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SUMMARY:TECH JXN 2021
DESCRIPTION:TECH JXN and Visit Jackson have partnered for a three-day event highlighting the best of Jackson tech\, film\, music and food. \nThe annual event will be held from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday\, Sept. 23 and Friday\, Sept. 24 at the Jackson Convention Complex\, and Saturday\, Sept. 25 at the Mississippi Museum of Art. \nNow in its third year\, TECH JXN will focus on senior high school students as part of an overall workforce initiative to educate students and fill hundreds of jobs in Jackson and beyond. The event\, which will also feature a college and career fair\, is also open to the public. \nSeniors will have the opportunity to attend two of eight workshops during the event that will educate them on the four pillars of “Tech”: technology\, education\, creativity and healthcare. \nOn Friday\, TECH JXN will feature a college and career fair. Representatives from Mississippi universities and corporations will be in attendance\, along with City of Jackson officials\, to potentially fill hundreds of jobs. \nThe event will also offer a “film academy” to educate attendees on the growing film industry in Mississippi and possible careers in the field. Attendees will be given the opportunity to create their own one-minute films to showcase what they have learned. Those films will be viewed at the Mississippi Museum of Art on Saturday\, Sept. 25. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/tech-jxn-2021/
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210426T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210506T183000
DTSTAMP:20260520T114525
CREATED:20210426T154400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210426T154417Z
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SUMMARY:Connect - Networking for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:CONNECT is an opportunity for entrepreneurs\, mentors\, investors and anyone interested in entrepreneurship and innovation to network and form meaningful relationships. Cash Bar and plenty of food options will be available for you to purchase while you mingle.\n\nYour health and safety are very important to us and we will continue to monitor the CDC’s guidelines for safe gatherings. Cultivation Food Hall asks that customers wear a mask while entering the building\, ordering food/beverages or moving throughout the venue. You will have the option to move your conversations outside and bring your food/beverages with you if you would like to spread out. We will also have disposable masks and hand sanitizer available for attendees. We understand if you are not yet comfortable with in-person gatherings\, but we hope these precautions will help you feel safe and eager to gather together again.
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/connect-networking-050621/
LOCATION:Cultivation Food Hall\, 1200 Eastover Dr Suite 125\, Jackson\, 39211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200422T150000
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SUMMARY:Technology Finds a Way! MSTUG 8th Annual Technology Expo - April 22\, 2020 - REGISTRATION OPEN!
DESCRIPTION:On behalf of the officers and members of the Mississippi Technology User Group (MSTUG)\, I am pleased to announce registration is open for our annual Technology Expo for 2020. The date is Wednesday\, April 22nd at the Mississippi Trade Mart in Jackson\, MS from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm. This year’s theme is based on Jurassic Park/Jurassic World™ – “Technology Finds a Way.” We are encouraging vendors to decorate their booths with this dinosaur park theme in mind. This will be a competition and the attendees will vote on the best themed booth throughout the day. There will be a prize awarded! 
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/technology-finds-a-way-mstug-8th-annual-technology-expo-april-22-2020-registration-open/
LOCATION:MS TradeMart\, 1200 Mississippi Street\, Jackson\, MS\, 39202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Expo,Jackson
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200417
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SUMMARY:Magnolia JS Event
DESCRIPTION:Last year was our inaugural year for MagnoliaJS\, and it was amazing. Planned in only 2 months\, we still had 130+ attendees and top-tier speakers who flew in from all around the country to take part. \nThis year we are returning to continue our mission of growing the developer community in Mississippi and putting Mississippi “on the map” in tech. \nAnother novel thing about MagnoliaJS – everything is planned in public! You can always see our todos in our GitHub repo. \nSpeakers (more to be announced soon)\n\nNashlie Sephus\, Amazon / The Bean Path – (@nashlie_s)\nJay Phelps – (@_jayphelps)\nTejas Kumar\, G2i (@TejasKumar_)\nKayla Sween (@_KaylaSween)\nNader Dabit\, AWS Mobile – (@dabit3)\nChris Ball\, Echobind – (@cball_)\nTyler Clark – (@iamtylerwclark)\nMichael Liendo\, John Deere – (@mtliendo)\nChris DeMars\, Tuft & Needle – (@saltnburnem)\nJustin Samuels – (@ThugDebugger)\n\nAdditional Speakers\nAdditional speakers will be announced soon!
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/magnolia-js-event/
LOCATION:Jackson Convention Complex\, 105 E. Pascagoula Street\, Jackson\, MS\, 39201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200206T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200206T183000
DTSTAMP:20260520T114525
CREATED:20200129T214452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T214452Z
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SUMMARY:Connect: Networking for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Innovate Mississippi Presents: Connect\, an opportunity for entrepreneurs\, mentors\, and innovation ecosystem leaders to network\, connect and form meaningful relationships. \nConnect will be held the first Thursday of every month at the Cultivation Food Hall in The District. Cash Bar and plenty of food options will be available for you to purchase while you mingle. Due to the holidays\, the first event will be January 9th (second Thursday) from 4:30 – 6:30. Please RSVP!
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/connect-networking-for-entrepreneurs-2-20/
LOCATION:Cultivation Food Hall\, 1200 Eastover Dr Suite 125\, Jackson\, 39211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200109T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200109T183000
DTSTAMP:20260520T114525
CREATED:20191206T230507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191206T231306Z
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SUMMARY:Connect: Networking for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Innovate Mississippi Presents: Connect\, an opportunity for entrepreneurs\, mentors\, and innovation ecosystem leaders to network\, connect and form meaningful relationships. \nConnect will be held the first Thursday of every month at the Cultivation Food Hall in The District. Cash Bar and plenty of food options will be available for you to purchase while you mingle. Due to the holidays\, the first event will be January 9th (second Thursday) from 4:30 – 6:30. Please RSVP!
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/connect-networking-for-entrepreneurs/
LOCATION:Cultivation Food Hall\, 1200 Eastover Dr Suite 125\, Jackson\, 39211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191119T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191120T170000
DTSTAMP:20260520T114525
CREATED:20190816T165610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T154027Z
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SUMMARY:Graphene Innovation & Research Conference
DESCRIPTION:This two-day conference will bring together leaders from academia\, industry\, and government funding agencies to focus on recent advances in graphene innovation and research\, bridging the gap between lab and industry and enabling graphene-focused technologies. \n\n\n\n\nDuring the event\, leaders from the government\, universities\, national labs\, and industries will convene to discuss strategies through which graphene can be leveraged to elevate already existing industries\, create new high paying jobs\, attract new companies and businesses and nurture and support spin off companies from the graphene academic and university network. \nThe conference will also incorporate a design competition with $15\,000 in prizes for five companies. More info on the competition page.
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/graphene-innovation-research-conference/
LOCATION:The Westin Jackson\, 407 South Congress Street \, Jackson\, MS\, 39201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190917T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260520T114525
CREATED:20190830T225257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190830T225257Z
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SUMMARY:Mississippi Digital Government Summit
DESCRIPTION:Government Technology’s passion is helping spread best practices and spurring innovation in the public sector. The Mississippi Digital Government Summit is designed to do just that. The summit has an advisory board that gathers public sector and private sector leaders to create an agenda that is relevant and actionable to the state and local government organizations attending the summit. Participants tell us they use the inspirational keynotes\, leadership discussions\, networking breaks\, and timely topics discussed in the numerous breakout sessions to help advance the goals of their organizations and their own career paths. \nTopics Include: \n\nNavigating the Cloud\nCybersecurity Resources – You’re Not Alone\nData Revolution\nA Workplace Culture for the Future\nEmerging Trends and Technologies\nDigital Transformation\nProject Management Best Practices
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/mississippi-digital-government-summit/
LOCATION:Jackson Marriott\, 200 East. Amite Street\, Jackson\, 39201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Jackson
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ORGANIZER;CN="Government Technology":MAILTO:lfahndrich@govtech.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190521T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190521T170000
DTSTAMP:20260520T114525
CREATED:20190506T215136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190521T145753Z
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SUMMARY:The Health Innovation and Transformation Forum (HIT Forum)
DESCRIPTION:The University of Mississippi Medical Center’s 2nd Annual Health Innovation and Transformation (HIT) Forum is an interactive event where health innovators from UMMC and across the state will share their ideas for improving the health of Mississippians. The HIT Forum will feature a startup pitch competition for innovative health care solutions from anywhere in the world. \nThe University of Mississippi Medical Center is looking towards home grown innovation and partnerships with leading innovators from around the globe to reach that goal. Please enter and/or attend if you are interested in learning how Mississippi is innovating in health care or if you are interested in working with us to move the needle towards a healthier Mississippi. \nSchedule: \n10:00am Welcome and Keynote Speakers\n10:45am Break\n11:00am Startup Catfish Tank\n12:00pm Keynote Speaker/Lunch\n1:00pm Innovation Working Session\n2:30pm Innovation PITCH Competition\n3:30pm Fireside Chat\n4:30pm Reception
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/the-health-innovation-and-transformation-forum-hit-forum-2019/
LOCATION:Norman C. Nelson Student Union\, 2500 N. State Street\, Jackson\, MS\, 39216\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Jackson,Launch/Startup Challenges
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190419
DTSTAMP:20260520T114525
CREATED:20190404T013638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190404T013942Z
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SUMMARY:MagnoliaJS
DESCRIPTION:MagnoliaJS is Mississippi’s inaugural JavaScript and coding conference. If you are interested in JavaScript or other topics related to web development\, this conference is for you. Whether you are a seasoned professional\, a bootcamp or college student\, a self-taught dev\, or anywhere in between\, this conference is for you.
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/magnoliajs-2/
CATEGORIES:Coding,Conference,Jackson
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.innovate.ms/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/MagnoliaJS.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190418
DTSTAMP:20260520T114525
CREATED:20190404T013246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190404T014001Z
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SUMMARY:Tech JXN 2019
DESCRIPTION:Tech JXN is a two-day presentation of the value inherent in the City of Jackson and its geographic region as an attractive business hub for Tech. \nOverview: \nTECHNOLOGY – Highlight the region as a connected business community with high-speed\nbroadband and an active entrepreneurial tech-innovation ecosystem \nEDUCATION – Highlight 7 local institutions of higher education as Talent Development\nPipelines producing a STEM-educated workforce prepared for a global Innovation Economy \nCREATIVITY – Highlight the creative arts as an economic driver in the Innovation Economy \nHEALTHCARE – Highlight the region’s strong focus on health technologies and innovation\, including the Jackson Medical Mall and UM Medical Center
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/tech-jxn-2019/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Jackson
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.innovate.ms/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/TechJXN.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190305T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190305T183000
DTSTAMP:20260520T114525
CREATED:20190131T184836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190201T060223Z
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SUMMARY:2019 Innovate Mississippi Legislative Open House
DESCRIPTION:Held at the Innovate Mississippi offices in downtown Jackson\, we invite Mississippi legislators and area leaders to learn more about Innovate Mississippi and our initiatives for growing the innovation ecosystem in 2019. Hors D’oeuvres\, beverages on the rooftop patio; meet our entrepreneurs; experience virtual reality.
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/2019-legislative-open-house/
LOCATION:Innovate Mississippi’s Jackson Office\, 121 North State Street\, Suite 500\, Jackson\, MS\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jackson,Open House
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.innovate.ms/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Virtual-Reality_1.jpg
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190304
DTSTAMP:20260520T114525
CREATED:20181129T234742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181204T155410Z
UID:12127-1551398400-1551657599@www.innovate.ms
SUMMARY:Startup Weekend Jackson 2019
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE! Startup Weekend allows individuals or teams to go through the process of creating a company\, validating a product and presenting to the group. Great practice and experience—and it’s tons of fun! \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/startup-weekend-jackson-2019/
LOCATION:Coalesce\, 109 North State St\, Jackson\, MS\, 39201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jackson,Launch/Startup Challenges
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190214T150000
DTSTAMP:20260520T114525
CREATED:20190131T182825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190131T182825Z
UID:13256-1550134800-1550156400@www.innovate.ms
SUMMARY:TEDx Jackson 2019
DESCRIPTION:The TEDxJackson team returns this year to bring you “The Next 200\,” an exploration of “ideas worth spreading” about the next 200 years of our city\, our state and the world at large. Speakers will examine the ideas\, perspectives\, challenges and solutions that will shape our future\, from both a near term and far-reaching point of view. They are planning a day filled with exciting ideas\, captivating speakers and unique experiences. The one-day event will be held at the auditorium of the new Two Mississippi Museums complex in downtown Jackson. \nThe TEDxJackson team brought Mississippi’s first TEDx event to Jackson in 2014 with a conference themed “Fertile Ground.” The event featured the celebrated return of Jim Henson’s Kermit the Frog to Mississippi to give the muppet’s first-ever TEDx talk. Since that time\, the team has produced two additional TEDx events\, “Lift Off\,” in 2015\, and a TEDxJacksonWomen conference in 2016.
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/tedx-jackson-2019/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Jackson
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.innovate.ms/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/TedXJackson_graphic.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181113T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181113T170000
DTSTAMP:20260520T114525
CREATED:20180928T203551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180928T203551Z
UID:11455-1542121200-1542128400@www.innovate.ms
SUMMARY:2018 Company and Investor Spotlight
DESCRIPTION:The 2018 Company and Investor Spotlight is a session dedicated to showcasing some of the cool and interesting startups being developed in Mississippi. Throughout the showcase\, we will feature investor panels with educational info for both investors and entrepreneurs on topics such as the investment process and access to remote investors and opportunities. \nNetworking opportunities are built in to allow for further discussion. We invite investors\, service providers\, mentors\, economic developers and other entrepreneurs to this session. The Spotlight offers an opportunity for Mississippi entrepreneurs to gain some exposure for their venture while making valuable connections with mentors\, potential investors and others in the innovation ecosystem. \nThe event is free to the public and part of Accelerate: The Conference on Technology Innovation.
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/2018-company-and-investor-spotlight/
LOCATION:The Westin Jackson\, 407 South Congress Street \, Jackson\, MS\, 39201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181113T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181114T133000
DTSTAMP:20260520T114525
CREATED:20171208T215842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180710T143407Z
UID:5757-1542114000-1542202200@www.innovate.ms
SUMMARY:Accelerate: 19th Annual Conference on Technology Innovation
DESCRIPTION:Join us in November for our annual conference featuring “big ideas” speakers\, breakfast and luncheon keynotes\, Innovation Alley and much more. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/19th-annual-conference-technology-innovation/
LOCATION:The Westin Jackson\, 407 South Congress Street \, Jackson\, MS\, 39201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Jackson
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