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Third Thursday @ Three Powered by Kinect Capital Recognized as a Top Networking Event in Utah by Utah Business Lehi, Utah – July 10, 2024 Third Thursday @ Three, a premier networking and pitch event, has been recognized by Utah Business writer Izzy Howell as one of the top seven networking events in Utah. Howell emphasizes the importance of networking in career success, stating, “Whether you’re a seasoned professional, recently graduated or find yourself new to an area, networking makes or breaks your career. As the adage goes, It’s not what you know — it’s who you know.” https://lnkd.in/gYqQpsr7 Third Thursday @ Three is where innovation meets investment. Inspired by Utah’s exceptional startup success rate, with 1 in 61 venture-backed startups becoming unicorns, the event is dedicated to linking visionary startups with investors. Each month, five startups are given five minutes each to pitch their ideas to Angel and VC investors at the Kiln HQ theater in Lehi. The event is followed by a Q&A session, networking, and refreshments, making it a must-attend for entrepreneurs and investors alike. Launched just over a year ago by Ray Smithson, Third Thursday @ Three has quickly become a force in the entrepreneurial community. Over the course of 17 events, more than 80 founders have had the opportunity to present their businesses to a group of investors, founders, and influencers in the Utah entrepreneurial community. With over 2,000 attendees, the event has catapulted several businesses to receiving funding. Third Thursday @ Three is also Kinect Capital’s official business showcase and pitch event in Utah. James Kemp, Executive Director of Kinect Capital, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “Partnering with Ray and his Third Thursday @ Three event is a huge win for us. It is an incredible feeder into our Annual Investors Choice and WeROC (Women Realizing Opportunities for Capital) events. Ray is the head of community relations for Kinect Capital and we couldn’t be happier to work with him on a daily basis.” Ray Smithson, the founder of Third Thursday @ Three, added, “Seeing the growth and impact of Third Thursday @ Three has been incredibly rewarding. Our goal has always been to create a platform where startups can connect with the right investors and resources to take their businesses to the next level. The recognition from Utah Business is a testament to the hard work and dedication of everyone involved.” The next Third Thursday @ Three event is scheduled for July 18, 2024 and will be focused on Veteran business owners or “Vetrepreneurs”. Tickets to the event can be obtained at: https://lnkd.in/dd2yzxDd Media Contact: James Kemp
Head of Community Relations
Email: james@kinectcapital.org

This veteran entrepreneur pitch event showcases some of Warrior Rising’s entrepreneurs! Powered by Kinect Capital. Sponsored by Keiretsu Forum Northwest and Rockies and Founders N' Funders Click the link in the comments to sign up. See you next Third Thursday @ Three pitch! event!

Warrior Rising and Kinect Capital Join Forces to Empower Veteran Entrepreneurs

Looking forward to this event that is focused on Veteran Founders. Come and support these incredible people. https://lnkd.in/gpfxwFhg

The definitive pitch event in Utah! Ray does an incredible job. Thanks to the presenters, partners and friends.

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Off and going at the Keiretsu Capital Forum in the Ken Garff University Club on UofU campus.