Siddhartha Mukherjee on Overthrowing “The Emperor of All Maladies”

Siddhartha Mukherjee, the Pulitzer-Prize winning author of “The Emperor of All Maladies: A Biography of Cancer” is the featured speaker in a lecture on moving forward against cancer. Co-presented by UC San Diego Extension and the Center for Ethics in Science & Technology as part of the UC San Diego Helen Edison Lecture Series. Published … Continue reading “Siddhartha Mukherjee on Overthrowing “The Emperor of All Maladies””

‘Bankmybiz.com Live!’ Event at Hudson Business Lounge

Bankmybiz.com will hold an open discussion in which business owners and business lenders brainstorm ways to create better financial services products for small businesses. The free forum will also include time to network, and food and drink will be available at the Hudson bar. Click here to register. The event was previously billed as a “speed … Continue reading “‘Bankmybiz.com Live!’ Event at Hudson Business Lounge”

BioForward Monthly Breakfast at Thermo Fisher Scientific

BioForward’s monthly breakfast series kicks off 2014 at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where safety specialist Lia Klatt and application manager Tim Van Hoecke will discuss lab standards; biotechnological, chemical, and mechanical hazards; and the Globally Harmonized System compliance deadlines and solutions. For more information and to register, click here. You can also e-mail Brian Moeller at … Continue reading “BioForward Monthly Breakfast at Thermo Fisher Scientific”

CMX Summit

From the event organizers: “CMX Summit is a new event bringing together the world’s greatest community minds to share unique perspectives, experiences and ideas all around community building. Community comes hand-in-hand with humanity. Since the beginning of time people have formed communities to survive, innovate and thrive. Today, communities have expanded to massive scale that … Continue reading “CMX Summit”

CU Boulder New Venture Challenge Kickoff with Howard Diamond and Andre Durand

The University of Colorado’s annual New Venture Challenge startup business plan competition kicks off with a special event featuring presentations from and Q/A session with two of the top tech CEOs in Colorado. From the event website: “Howard Diamond, the CEO of Mobile Day, Techstars mentor and salesman extraordinaire, and Andre Durand, the CEO of … Continue reading “CU Boulder New Venture Challenge Kickoff with Howard Diamond and Andre Durand”

Silicon Flatirons Crash Course: Jason Haislmaier on Intellectual Property for Entrepreneurs

The University of Colorado’s Silicon Flatirons Center hosts a crash course on intellectual property for entrepreneurs lead by Jason Haislmaier. From the event website: “Whether you are exploring a new product idea, developing an initial business plan, pitching investors, or preparing for a successful exit, intellectual property (IP) protection is a vital issue for every … Continue reading “Silicon Flatirons Crash Course: Jason Haislmaier on Intellectual Property for Entrepreneurs”

Silicon Flatirons Conference: Digital Broadband Migration

From the conference website: “The Internet Protocol has already revolutionized communications technology and disrupted legal business models. It has, because of the Internet’s international reach, raised international governance challenges. Notably, a number of Internet pioneers, along with the US government, have balked at proposals to centralize aspects of key Internet governance at the United Nations. … Continue reading “Silicon Flatirons Conference: Digital Broadband Migration”

Road Trip to Madison with Startup Milwaukee

From the organizers: “Join Startup Milwaukee on a road trip to Madison on the evening of January 22nd. The event held at Madison’s new Central Library will focus on brainstorming actionable solutions that will strengthen Wisconsin’s entrepreneurial community. There also will be plenty of time to network with entrepreneurs from Madison over free beer and other … Continue reading “Road Trip to Madison with Startup Milwaukee”

Hacking Management: In pursuit of the “Business Value of Joy”

Richard Sheridan (UPOP Mentor, Menlo Innovations CEO, and Detroit Xconomist) will speak about his new book, Joy, Inc. – How We Built a Workplace People Love, which describes how he created a joyful culture at Menlo. Richard will be interviewed by Polly LaBarre, a co-founder and editorial director of the MIX (Management Innovation eXchange). The event is … Continue reading “Hacking Management: In pursuit of the “Business Value of Joy””

Silicon Flatirons Workshop: Venture Capital Term Sheets

The University of Colorado’s Silicon Flatirons Center hosts a special workshop on venture capital term sheets. This hands-on workshop is co-presented by Silicon Flatirons’ Brad Bernthal and several leading deal attorneys in the Front Range. The workshop includes a mock negotiation and focuses upon critical elements of early stage venture capital term sheets. Local expert attorneys … Continue reading “Silicon Flatirons Workshop: Venture Capital Term Sheets”

Silicon Flatirons Crash Course: Jason Mendelson on Venture Capital

The University of Colorado’s Silicon Flatirons Center hosts a crash course on venture capital lead by Jason Mendelson, a Foundry Group managing director. From the event’s website: “Although many startups hope to become venture capital-backed companies, few understand how the venture capital industry works. In this Crash Course, Jason Mendelson will attempt to illuminate what … Continue reading “Silicon Flatirons Crash Course: Jason Mendelson on Venture Capital”

Silicon Flatirons Conference: The New Frontiers of Privacy Harm

The University of Colorado’s Silicon Flatirons Center hosts its first conference in 2014 with a timely conference on privacy in the digital age. From the conference website: What harms are privacy laws designed to prevent? How are people injured when corporations, governments, or other individuals collect, disclose, or use information about them in ways that … Continue reading “Silicon Flatirons Conference: The New Frontiers of Privacy Harm”

Boulder StartUp Meetup

Hear a founder present their startup, ask questions, and provide feedback so they can learn from your experience. Network with entrepreneurs, your peers, your target clients, your tribe, and learn from an experienced entrepreneur who will share their story and advice based on their own unique experiences. Check its Meetup page for more information.

Denver New Tech Meetup

The Denver version of Colorado’s largest monthly gathering of entrepreneurs and techies, with presentations from great companies, networking, and job leads. $10 donation is requested. Registration through Meetup.com required. More information, including agenda and list of companies presenting, and registration information here.

VentureOutNY: The French (tech) Connection

The French (tech) Connection, in partnership with Paris-based Effective Capital. The evening will not only feature a panel of esteemed investors from ff Venture Capital, Gotham Ventures, and Spark Labs but a keynote from one of New York City’s most successful French tech entrepreneurs,Gaspard de Dreuzy, the Co-founder & Chief Innovation Officer of Kapitall. http://www.ventureoutny.com/events/france2013

Fort Collins New Tech Meetup

The Fort Collins version of Colorado’s largest monthly gathering of entrepreneurs and techies, with presentations from great companies, networking, and job leads. $10 donation is requested. Registration through Meetup.com required. More information, including agenda and list of companies presenting, and registration information here.

Boulder New Tech Meetup

The event is Boulder’s version of Colorado’s largest monthly gathering of entrepreneurs and techies, with presentations from great companies, networking, and job leads. $10 donation is requested. Registration through Meetup.com required. More information, including an agenda, list of of companies presenting, and registration information, is available here and here.

Ultra Light Startups Investor Feedback Forum

Ultra Light Startups brings together the world’s most innovative technology entrepreneurs, in monthly events and accompanying online communities. Events feature pitching, networking and interactive, moderated panel discussions with leading industry experts. Topics to be covered include design, technology, marketing and finance. January’s Investor Panelists: Jordan Bettman, Principal Bain Capital Ventures David Horowitz, Partner at Genacast … Continue reading “Ultra Light Startups Investor Feedback Forum”

Washington Clean Technology Alliance: 2014 Crystal Ball Breakfast

Clean tech prognosticators will forecast 2014 trends in energy, state politics, and the broader economy over breakfast on Wednesday, Jan. 8. Scheduled speakers include David Beck and Krish Sankar of Merrill Lynch; Richard Locke of the Washington State Department of Commerce; Todd Myers of the Washington Policy Center; and consultants Brad Boswell and Chris Ajemian. … Continue reading “Washington Clean Technology Alliance: 2014 Crystal Ball Breakfast”

220 & Change Open House

Impact Hub Seattle, Bainbridge Graduate Institute, and Social Venture Partners host an open house for their expanded Pioneer Square space, now known as 220 & Change. Highlights include noshes from local bars and restaurants, and a short program at 7 p.m. Find more information here, and register here.

Wisconsin Cleantech Network to Spotlight Milwaukee Energy Partnerships

The January meeting of the Wisconsin Cleantech Network will focus on how the city of Milwaukee’s Property Assessed Clean Energy program and the Milwaukee Energy Efficiency program have partnered with the private sector to lower buildings’ energy use. Erick Shambarger, deputy director of the city of Milwaukee’s Office of Environmental Sustainability, will speak at the … Continue reading “Wisconsin Cleantech Network to Spotlight Milwaukee Energy Partnerships”

‘I-Q Corridor’ Investors to Talk Wisconsin Startup Scene

Investors from Milwaukee and Chicago will discuss how venture capital firms that scour the Upper Midwest’s “I-Q Corridor” for deals view Wisconsin and its early-stage companies. The invited speakers are: Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele from CSA Partners, a new venture fund in Milwaukee; Dan Palay of Tactics II Ventures, a venture firm in the … Continue reading “‘I-Q Corridor’ Investors to Talk Wisconsin Startup Scene”

MIT Enterprise Forum Great Lakes: Medical Devices

Medical devices are an area of innovation that is on the rise in Michigan. Business writers and technology gurus selected by the staff of the MIT Technology Review will participate in a panel discussion about Michigan’s role in developing some of these and other game-changing technologies. To learn more, click here.

Starting Your Own Business

Ann Arbor SPARK offers a day full of training workshops covering topics such as business plans, financing options, marketing plans, and how certain personality traits can impact the entrepreneurial experience. For more information, click here.

Detroit Tech Startup Match Up

Looking to join a startup, or are you a startup that needs to hire team members? This event is like “speed dating” but instead of finding your next dating opportunity, this event is designed to introduce Detroit’s tech startups to talented developers, designers, web content writers, business development specialists, social media experts, or an administrative whiz. Click … Continue reading “Detroit Tech Startup Match Up”

High Tech Happy Hour

High Tech Happy Hour is a Madison-based networking event held on the last Thursday of each month at venues around the city. Connect with fellow professionals while enjoying free food and drinks. For more information, visit the High Tech Happy Hour website.

Snow*Mobile 2014

Learn about mobile development across a variety of platforms and network with fellow developers. Speakers include Ruby expert Jim “Big Tiger” Remsik, designer Shay Howe, and UX designer and developer Clarissa Peterson. For more information, or to register for the event, visit the Snow*Mobile website.

Experience Inbound 2014 – Milwaukee

Join Brian Halligan, CEO of HubSpot, and other sales and marketing leaders for a day of interactive discussions, breakout sessions, and networking. Attendees will also receive the Business Growth Playbook and access to an online user group with presentation slides and session videos. For more information, or to purchase tickets, visit Eventbrite.

The Doyenne Retreat

This weekend-long retreat is designed to help women-led startups create a strategic plan that will grow their ventures. The weekend will include guest presentations, breakout sessions, and opportunities for professional mentoring. Apply here by January 17, 2014 to be considered for attendance.

The Energy Fair

The 25th Annual Energy Fair features more than 200 workshops, a Clean Transportation Show, demos on green building techniques and sustainable food, and much more. Keynote speakers include Sungeveity founder Danny Kennedy and Academy Award finalist Josh Fox. For more information, or to purchase your ticket, visit The Energy Fair website.

Coder Nights at 96square

Join a free “community study group” of coders and software developers who are learning with services like Codeacademy, Code School, iTunes U, Udemy, and others. The group will meet on the third Tuesday evening of each month. For more information and to register, click here.

Friends of 10.10.10 Happy Hour

The inaugural 10.10.10 program debuts in two months, and this event will give the chance for the organizers to connect with supporters and share details. Partners, sponsors, and volunteers are stepping up to support the ten day event and pre-program activities. More information is available at the Friends of 10.10.10 Meetup page.

Sustainable Venture Meetup: Crowdfunding 201

Crowdfunding 201: Create Your Campaign is a three hour workshop that is a deep dive into the 9 Phases of Crowdfunding from “Defining Your Need” to “Completing Fulfillment”. This will include detailed steps, best practices, real-life examples, and recommended resources. Concurrently, we will focus on creating your best message and transitioning that into an effective … Continue reading “Sustainable Venture Meetup: Crowdfunding 201”

Boulder StartUp Meetup

Hear a founder present their startup, and ask questions & provide feedback so they can learn from your experience. Network with entrepreneurs, your peers, your target clients, your tribe, and learn from an experienced entrepreneur who will share their story and advice based on their own unique experiences. This month, John Heim of Always Forward Sports will present, … Continue reading “Boulder StartUp Meetup”

BoulderBeta 3.1.1 – CO’s Startup Holiday Party 2013

Boulder’s top startup party returns for its annual holiday party. BoulderBeta is partnering with a long list of local startups to make this party one of the best of the year and to celebrate another fantastic year of entrepreneurship on the front range. For this event, some of the most influential and disruptive companies in the state … Continue reading “BoulderBeta 3.1.1 – CO’s Startup Holiday Party 2013”

NWEN Breakfast Buzz: Jaech and Lazowska on the Internet of Things

Seattle serial entrepreneur and CEO of SNUPI Technologies Jeremy Jaech and UW computer science professor Ed Lazowska will explore the Internet of Things at a Northwest Entrepreneur Network Breakfast Buzz event Dec. 13 in Bellevue. This lively, experienced pair of technology leaders should not be missed. More information and registration details are available here.

Community Roundtable: Value Investing

Hosted by the Ypsilanti-based Revalue, this roundtable discussion explores value investing, how to determine the actual value of a company, understanding how price affects our markets today, and more. To register, click here.

Community Roundtable: Transitioning from Manager to Investor

The Ypsilanti-based Revalue, a community-focused investment firm, hosts a roundtable discussion about how to transition from employee ownership, developing an investor relationship with the company you work for as opposed to a manger relationship, and more.  Feel free to bring a friend or your business partner for an interesting discussion. To register, click here.

Social Media is a Party: Social Media for Nonprofits

The Social Media Association of Michigan hosts its annual Social Media is a Party holiday bash, complete with a panel discussion and networking. Discussion topic is social media for nonprofits and the panelists are Chad Wiebesick, director of social media for Michigan Economic Development Corp.; Ursula Adams, marketing director at United Way for Southeastern Michigan; Kaitlynn Colbert, program … Continue reading “Social Media is a Party: Social Media for Nonprofits”