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The Latest & Greatest from LaunchNET Kent State
There's something happening in the stratosphere. In the astral plane where we experience our most chilling and uncanny, and sometimes entirely ordinary moments.

Those who rarely dream are experiencing waves of these figments of our imaginations. Those who regularly dream are flooded with full on tsunamis.

Wherever you fall on the spectrum, I hope your dreams provide you clarity and inspire creativity. However, if you fall on my end of the spectrum, I hope you're journaling those dreams to discuss with a trained professional. 

The Highlights: Elevator Pitch -- the big pitch competition to win some funding -- returns October 23, a session for aspiring authors, how to turn your setbacks into success, big talks and big leaps with workshops and tech accelerators, and supporting parents postpartum 🐣
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Elevator Pitch Competition | Oct 23
Students will have 90 seconds to share a business pitch to an audience and group of judges for the chance to win funds from a prize pool of $2,000! This event features local entrepreneurs and experts as the judges and has launched the business ventures of Kent State students.

Thursday, October 23 from 6-8pm
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LunchNET: Book Publishing | Oct 29
This speaker series is for early-stage entrepreneurs to connect with founders who have been in their shoes and are making their businesses happen in the real world.

This month, we are focusing on book publishing and featuring Terri Stefanko & Kori Morgan! Terri is a Kent State instructor, illustrator, and artist who recently wrote, illustrated, designed, and published two books. Kori is a published author, copywriter, and content strategist, as well as the founder of Inkling Creative Strategies. Free lunch for all attendees!

Wednesday, October 29 from 12-1pm
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Events & Opportunities
Resilience and Impact: How Small Businesses Turn Setbacks into Success | BDMF
In addition to ample time for networking, this session will explore the theme of setbacks. While setbacks are inevitable, they don’t define you or your business. Attendees will hear an inspiring keynote from Marcia Moreno, President & Founder of AmMore Consulting LLC, who will share strategies for turning challenges into wins that strengthen ventures and communities.

Friday, October 24 at 4pm
In-Person | CentroVilla25
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Greyt Big Talk w/ Lillian Kuri | Greyt Culture
Greyt Big Talk is a multi-disciplinary creative lecture & podcast series for inspiring artists and entrepreneurs.

This session features Lillian Kuri, the first female president & CEO of the Cleveland Foundation, the world's oldest and one of the largest community foundations with $3
billion in assets.

Friday, October 24 from 8:30-10am
In-Person | Lake View Cemetery
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Trailblazer Software Accelerator | JumpStart Inc.
Ready to transform the future? This three-month accelerator helps software startups solidify go-to-market strategies, fuel platform and business development and – prepare for their next dilutive fundraise.

Apply by November 2
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AI Forward Summit | Futureland
An immersive one-day summit fusing AI, culture, and community to spark inclusive innovation in Cleveland and beyond! Featuring keynote speakers, live performances, immersive art exhibits, an an after hours mixer.

Thursday, November 20 beginning at 8am
In-Person | Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland
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Founders & Friends
Doulify
Doulify is bringing Postpartum care to the 21st century! More than just helping parents connect with birth workers, the app serves as a social platform that recognizes the care parents require and offers a space where every concern is relevant, and every thought worth the discussion. 

Doulify is a LaunchNET alumni client. They were recently awarded a Morgan Startup Grant to help build out their newest app, secure marketing materials, and attend conferences!
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