Events are a great way for entrepreneurs to learn, build their networks and have a little fun. The Von Allmen Center for Entrepreneurship hosts ongoing activities that encourage and educate entrepreneurs seeking real-world advice, funding opportunities, and developing a start-up. Here are a few opportunities for entrepreneurs to get involved:
Sept
14
SPARK: Bluegrass Angels Case Studies Luncheon
Come hear from leaders of Lexington’s Bluegrass Angels investor group and leaders of BGA portfolio companies. Investors and entrepreneurs will share their stories in a panel format. How did they engage BGA? When did BGA invest? Why did BGA choose to invest? What was the process like? What has been BGA’s role since the investment? How has BGA impacted the KY startup ecosystem?
Oct
17
Neil Patel Presents: Growth Hacking Secrets for 2017
Neil Patel & Growth Labs Academy bring you the next laboratory in a series of growth virtual events that are being used as a secret weapon of Silicon Valley's tech elite and the fastest growing startups in the world.
Oct
17
Meet the Primes – Reverse Trade Show
The Reverse Trade Show is a highly effective business networking event that allows businesses the opportunity to meet one-on-one with purchasing professionals. It is designed as a one stop shop – allowing suppliers, contractors, and other company representatives to meet and encourage vendor partnerships.
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Kentucky Innovation Network Pitch Competition
Do you have the best business plan idea in Kentucky? Register for the second annual entrepreneur pitch competition to earn the opportunity to pitch your business idea to local angel investors. Winners will receive cash prizes and the opportunity to present their business plans to the entire Kentucky Angel Investors Network (Kentucky Angels) in November. kyinnovation.com/pitch/
SPARK
SPARK is the premier networking event in Central Kentucky for entrepreneurs, investors, and service providers. The Von Allmen Center for Entrepreneurship and Commerce Lexington co-lauched SPARK in 2015. Click here to get involved in SPARK events.
UK Venture Challenge
University of Kentucky students show off their innovative and entrepreneurial spirit and get real world experience by competing in UK Venture Challenge. Undergraduate and graduate teams develop their ideas into potential startup ventures, prepare a written proposal, and pitch their venture to judges from the local entrepreneurial community. To get involved, or learn more visit their website.
Idea State U
Kentucky’s statewide business plan competition is designed to encourage innovation and entrepreneurship by rewarding student teams from the Commonwealth’s colleges and universities. Winning teams will be those judged as having the best new business concepts and business plans for proposed new ventures. The contest is open to a wide-range of products, services or charitable activities a proposed for-profit or non-profit venture would offer. To get involved, or learn more, visit their website at ideastateu.com.