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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! \nRegister here \nFertile Ground:\n800 Manship Street #Suite 101 Jackson\, MS 39202
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/connect-networking-for-entrepreneurs-27/
LOCATION:Fertile Ground Beer Co.\, 800 Manship St Suite 101\, Jackson\, MS\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Connect,Jackson
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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. \nLocation: 2605 13th Street\, Gulfport\, MS 39501\nDate and time: Wed\, Aug 13\, 2025 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM \nRegister here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/585zdv9
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/gulf-blue-networking-building-the-blue-economy-5/
LOCATION:Gulf Blue\, 2605 13th Street\, Gulfport\, MS\, 39501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gulf Coast
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SUMMARY:3nd Annual Pine Belt Women Business Owner Summit
DESCRIPTION:Thursday and Friday\, Aug. 14-15\, 2025\nPRCC Woodall Center\n906 Sullivan Dr.\, Hattiesburg \nOur mission is to unite women business owners through connection\, collaboration\, and shared knowledge—empowering them to thrive personally and professionally. \nWe envision a thriving network of women entrepreneurs who uplift one another\, drive economic growth\, and create lasting legacies in their communities and beyond. \nLearn More and Register Here: https://emergeevents.com/wbos/
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/3nd-annual-pine-belt-women-business-owner-summit/
LOCATION:PRCC Woodall Center\, 906 Sullivan Dr\,\, Hattiesburg\, 39401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summit
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SUMMARY:CONNECT Hattiesburg
DESCRIPTION:Want to grow your business and connect with other entrepreneurs? Join us for CONNECT\, a monthly networking event designed for small business owners and startup founders in the Pinebelt region. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale\, this is your chance to exchange ideas\, tackle challenges\, and build relationships with people who understand the entrepreneurial journey. \nCONNECT is co-hosted by Innovate Mississippi\, the state’s leader in supporting innovation and entrepreneurship\, and the Mississippi Polymer Institute (MPI) at USM\, which offers hands-on support and technical expertise for growing businesses. Together\, they bring valuable connections\, guidance\, and tools to help strengthen the local startup community. Our next event takes place Thursday\, August 21st at 4:00 PM at Glory Bound in Hattiesburg. Expect a casual\, come-as-you-are atmosphere where you can gain insight\, meet potential collaborators\, and tap into local resources to help move your business forward. \nThursday\, August 21\, 2025\n4:00 PM to 5:30 PM \nGlorybound\n6174 US 49\, Hattiesburg\, MS 39401 · Hattiesburg\, MS \nRegister Here: https://www.meetup.com/launch-mississippi/events/310275602/
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/connect-hattiesburg-2/
CATEGORIES:Hattiesburg
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SUMMARY:Higher Purpose Hub's Community Update & Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to Higher Purpose Hub’s Community Update & Happy Hour on August 21 at 5:30 PM at The Matchbox in Clarksdale\, MS. \nJoin us for an evening of networking\, conversation\, and community as we share updates on our new direction. \nThis complimentary outreach event is open to guests 21 and older. We look forward to connecting with you!
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/higher-purpose-hubs-community-update-happy-hour/
LOCATION:The Matchbox\, 311 Delta Ave\, Clarksdale\, MS\, 38614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clarksdale
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SUMMARY:Oceans in Action 2025 Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the Marine Technology Society for Oceans In Action 2025 Workshop\, an in-person event featuring the marine science and technology research efforts along the Gulf Coast that transform into operational missions worldwide. \nFollowing the success of the larger OCEANS 2023 Conference\, the workshop will host presentations from locally based federal agencies\, state-led initiatives\, and high-tech companies. This year’s event will once again highlight the results of the Advanced Naval Technology Exercise (ANTX) vignettes that occurred in the Gulf of Mexico in 2024. In addition to the Department of the Navy\, these vignettes are supported by NOAA\, USM\, and LSU and are the results of testing new technologies in an operational scenario. \nHosted by the Marine Technology Society’s Gulf Coast Section and the Mississippi Enterprise for Technology\, the workshop takes place along the thriving Mississippi Gulf Coast and offers a number of networking opportunities for marine science and technology companies. \nWhen: August 26-28\, 2025\nWhere: Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center\, Biloxi MS. Ballroom A\nRegister Here: https://mtsociety.memberclicks.net/index.php?option=com_mcform&view=ngforms&id=2217165#!/
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/oceans-in-action-2025-workshop/
LOCATION:Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center\, 2350 Beach Blvd\, Biloxi\, MS\, 39531\, United States
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SUMMARY:August Tech Talk: The Power of UX Writing with Brianna Davis
DESCRIPTION:Join the Bean Path’s August Tech Talk featuring Brianna Davis\, a Senior Content Designer and UX Writer with a passion for crafting clear\, impactful digital experiences. With a background in Human Communication and years of experience shaping content for web\, mobile\, email\, and ads\, Brianna knows what it takes to guide users through seamless digital journeys. \nIn this session\, Brianna will share how UX writing and content design are critical tools for enhancing usability\, accessibility\, and engagement. She’ll break down real-world examples\, walk through her approach to user journey mapping\, and discuss how teams can collaborate to create content that works smarter—not harder. \nWhether you’re a designer\, developer\, marketer\, or curious about content strategy\, this talk will leave you with practical insights to improve your next digital project. \nRegister here: https://www.beanpath.org/event-details/august-tech-talk-the-power-of-ux-writing-with-brianna-davis
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/august-tech-talk-the-power-of-ux-writing-with-brianna-davis/
CATEGORIES:Coding
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SUMMARY:Bean Path - Homegrown
DESCRIPTION:Got a business idea ready to grow? The Bean Path is here to help. The Home Grown Entrepreneur Cohort is here to help you turn it into reality! Whether you’re in tech or a traditional industry\, this program gives you the tools\, mentorship\, and community to thrive. \nApplications are open now—secure your spot before we kick off on August 28th! Apply today at getbean.info/cohort.
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/bean-path-homegrown/
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