Thursday and Friday, Aug. 15-16, 2024 PRCC Woodall Center 906 Sullivan Dr., Hattiesburg Our mission is to provide an opportunity for women business owners to find connection, information, and resources so that both the owner and business thrives. We believe that thriving women business owners contribute to thriving businesses that build thriving communities. Learn More […]

Are you an entrepreneur, startup founder, or researcher developing cutting-edge technology? The SBIR/STTR Launchpad Summit is your opportunity to learn how to access early-stage, non-dilutive federal funding to bring your innovation to market! The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs provide billions in funding each year to support technology commercialization. At this summit, you’ll:  Discover […]

Thursday and Friday, Aug. 14-15, 2025 PRCC Woodall Center 906 Sullivan Dr., Hattiesburg Our mission is to unite women business owners through connection, collaboration, and shared knowledge—empowering them to thrive personally and professionally. We envision a thriving network of women entrepreneurs who uplift one another, drive economic growth, and create lasting legacies in their communities […]

Help tackle hard-to-recycle plastics, including polystyrene, PVC, PET, films, and plastic bags. Choose your track. Create a scalable and market-ready solution in the Innovation Track, or turn plastic waste into powerful artwork in the Art Track. This challenge is your chance to rethink plastic, reduce landfill impact, and show how creativity and innovation can drive […]

The Gulf South, known as the 3rd Coast, is an emerging center of venture activity where experienced talent and global-caliber resources fuel the next generation of high-growth companies. Encompassing Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida, the 3rd Coast is establishing itself alongside the East and West coasts as a credible, investable startup region. 3rd Coast […]