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SUMMARY:Microsoft TechSpark Fireside Chat: Empowering SMBs
DESCRIPTION:The Microsoft TechSpark Fireside Chat Series brings together experts from various fields to discuss topics ranging from digital inclusion\, artificial intelligence\, nonprofit capacity building\, and entrepreneurship ecosystem. Each month\, we feature guest speakers who share their experiences and insights on the topic of the month. The fireside chats are open to the public and are suitable for individuals who are interested in learning more about building inclusive economic growth in local communities.  \nJoin us for the Fireside Chat to discuss how SMBs use AI to enable growth\, increase accessibility\, drive costs and business efficiencies. \nPresented by: \nErika Smith: Manager\, Microsoft TechSpark Atlanta\nAileen Hannah: Director SMB Business Strategy\, Microsoft SMB\nTirzah VanDamme: Sr. Specialist\, Microsoft Tech for Social Impact \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/microsoft-techspark-fireside-chat-empowering-smbs/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:RISE Center Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:The Mississippi Small Business Development Center would like to invite you to the grand opening of our newest venture\, the RISE  (Resources for International Success and Expansion) Center\, on Wednesday\, March 6\, 2024\, from 9:30-11:00 AM\, at Insight Park VentureLab at the University of Mississippi.
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/rise-center-grand-opening/
LOCATION:Insight Park\, 850 Insight Park Ave\, University\, MS\, 38677\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oxford
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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. \nJoin us at Fertile Ground and enjoy a cash bar and plenty of food options available for purchase while you connect. \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/connect-networking-for-entrepreneurs-14/
LOCATION:Fertile Ground Beer Co.\, 800 Manship St Suite 101\, Jackson\, MS\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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SUMMARY:New Orleans Entrepreneur Week
DESCRIPTION:NOEW unites innovators and visionaries to explore\, learn\, and connect throughout this impactful week in the spirit of innovation x culture. \nFor 13 years\, New Orleans Entrepreneur Week (NOEW) stands as an anchor gathering for entrepreneurs in and beyond New Orleans\, coming together each year for a dynamic week-long experience.  \nAttendees can immerse themselves in an array of focused\, business content\, and excitement spread across diverse programming\, including panels\, sessions\, summits\, pitches\, networking\, partner events\, and more. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/new-orleans-entrepreneur-week/
LOCATION:New Orleans\, LA\, New Orleans\, Louisiana
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:3rd Coast Venture Summit
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi founders who are raising investment capital and investors should put the 3rd Coast Venture Summit on their calendars for March 13-15 in New Orleans.  www.3rdcoastventuresummit.com  This event is targeting founders and investors from Texas to Florida and founders need to apply as soon as possible to secure a spot at the event. \nThe Gulf South\, lovingly referred to as the 3rd Coast\, is home to a burgeoning startup ecosystem where talent and world-class resources come together to tackle interesting problems and build forward-thinking ventures. \nThe 3rd Coast – Texas\, Louisiana\, Mississippi\, Alabama\, and Florida – joins the East and West coasts as a vibrant startup hub catalyzing and scaling venture-ready companies. \nThe inaugural 3rd Coast Venture Summit places Gulf South startup founders and nationwide investors\, business leaders\, & corporate partners at the center of a venture collision.
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/3rd-coast-venture-summit/
LOCATION:New Orleans\, LA\, New Orleans\, Louisiana
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:Gulf Blue Networking - Building the Blue Economy
DESCRIPTION:Building the Blue Economy networking series. \nThis is an open networking event welcoming innovators and practitioners alike. \nWe will feature a bluetech innovator each month! \nSnacks\, beer & wine will be served with the kind support Chandeleur Island Brewing. \nPlease register and share with your networks!
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/gulf-blue-networking-building-the-blue-economy/
LOCATION:Gulf Blue\, 2605 13th Street\, Gulfport\, MS\, 39501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gulf Coast
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SUMMARY:CONNECT Gulf Coast
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the next Gulf Coast CONNECT in Biloxi. \nWe have multiple entrepreneurs lined up to speak\, so don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity to learn and network! We’ll learn more about each other’s current projects\, and hear in-depth from one or two entrepreneurs. \nIf you’d like to present at a future meeting\, please email chris@coastcouple.com. \nWednesday\, March 13th\, 2024\nThe Meeting Place on Howard Avenue\, Second Floor \nRSVP Here
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/gulf-coast-entrepreneurs-meetup-3-13-2024/
LOCATION:The Meeting Place: Howard Avenue
CATEGORIES:Gulf Coast
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SUMMARY:Fortifying Your Business: Strategies for Resilience in the Digital Age
DESCRIPTION:Join SBA and the White House Office of the National Cyber Director for an engaging virtual session\, “Fortifying Your Business: Strategies for Resilience in the Digital Age\,” designed to empower small business owners with essential tools and insights to navigate today’s cyber landscape with confidence. \nSign up Here.
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/fortifying-your-business-strategies-for-resilience-in-the-digital-age/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Business & Leadership Series:  Critical Thinking
DESCRIPTION:The world is changing at an alarming rate.  We are confronted daily with more information through social media\, increased data\, and must make decisions quicker than ever before.  Our success can depend in large part on our ability to evaluate the credibility and accuracy of information\, ask good questions\, and decide what should be dine in response to it – this requires Critical Thinking Skills. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/business-leadership-series-critical-thinking/
LOCATION:Billy Kim International Center\, 1500 Peachtree Street\, Jackson\, MS\, 39202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jackson,Workshop
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