Startup South Bend - Elkhart

This week's episode of Rooted & Reaching features Rian McDonnell of FloVision Solutions! Ep drops Thursday, but check out all the others - audio versions here: http://ow.ly/Cjl550Ne8rK or watch the videos here: http://ow.ly/fEpL50Ne8rI

The South Bend Entrepreneurship and Adversity Program is an initiative of the McKenna Center for Human Development and Global Business in the Keough School of Global Affairs at the University of Notre Dame. Run by Dr. Michael Morris, the program seeks to help residents in the South Bend community experiencing economic or other hardships start and grow businesses. Morris sees the program as a proven tool for business success and longevity using what he calls the “stepwise approach.” Morris spoke with me about the potential within the informal sector, the program’s stepwise approach and his interest in seeing small business owners turn into successful entrepreneurs. Read more here - https://lnkd.in/eXUMWGEu

What is YOUR big idea? Apply today for the Marshall Co. Rural Pitch Competition! Ten finalists will be selected to pitch at the event on Sept. 26 at the REES in downtown Plymouth. Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/gfrjbtW9 en español: https://lnkd.in/gjM__sJt

ICYMI: Janus Motorcycles cofounder Richard Worsham joined Rooted & Reaching to share his entrepreneur story! Check out the audio version here: http://ow.ly/Cjl550Ne8rK or watch the video here: http://ow.ly/fEpL50Ne8rI

Applications are open for HustleSBE Cohort 8! This business bootcamp for women and minority entrepreneurs is structured around the needs of the participants, with topics including business model canvas, access to capital, and growth strategies. Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/d-sHPdM

America's Seed Fund Road Tour stops in Indiana in just one week! If you haven't signed up for this event, do so now! The U.S. Small Business Administration event is part of a national outreach effort aimed at connecting innovators and entrepreneurs to non-dilutive, technology funding opportunities. Get help navigating the over $4 billion in early-stage funding opportunities provided through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. Space is limited, so get signed up today! https://lnkd.in/gaQFEnMt #Indiana #smallbusiness #funding #entrepreneurship #economicdevelopment

Join us for a special opportunity to hear 10-15 pitches from The IDEA Center at the University of Notre Dame's Race to Revenue program! This initiative fast-tracks the commercialization of innovative ideas and technologies, transforming promising concepts into viable, revenue-generating businesses. 📅 Date: July 25th 📍 Location: Studebaker Building 🎤 Race to Revenue Pitches: Listen to groundbreaking pitches from some of the brightest minds aiming to revolutionize their industries. 🍹 Startup Happy Hour:  Following the pitches, we'll gather in the lobby of the Studebaker Building for a casual Startup Happy Hour! Mingle with R2R participants and regional entrepreneurial ecosystem builders over Frankie's Tacos and delicious beverages. We hope you can make it to both the pitches and the happy hour! However, please be sure to only select the programming you can attend. Once the pitches begin, access will be restricted to avoid disruptions. Secure your spot now: https://lnkd.in/gzuQPwfC Partner tagging: Startup South Bend - Elkhart, Mark Neal, Brad Emberton, John Henry, Martin Mechtenberg #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Networking #StartupLife

Congratulations to South Bend's TayCo Brace on being named one of the Sports Tech finalists in the IN-Prize pitch competition, to be held at RALLY! https://ow.ly/qhsu50SwfUj

💥💥Join us on Tuesday, July 23rd for our annual Rally the Region! This event is for everyone who cares about the future of our region.💥💥 RSVP Here: https://lnkd.in/gEWwv4hR Whether you're a long-time resident, a newcomer, or someone with a connection to the area, your perspective matters. Together, we can shape a better, more creative place to live. Join us for an afternoon of insightful conversation (with Susan Howard Ford, Kristin Pruitt, and Lauren Thomas), real-world examples, and inspiring stories. Let's stop thinking of ourselves as a place of missed opportunities and start building stuff that truly matters—for all of us. Be part of the transformation. Be a Midwest Maverick.

The newest episode of Rooted & Reaching is dropping today! Join Janus Motorcycles cofounder Richard Worsham as he talks what inspires and drives his business. Check out the audio version here: http://ow.ly/Cjl550Ne8rK or watch the video here: http://ow.ly/fEpL50Ne8rI