Epicenter Memphis

🚀 Ready to take your innovative business to the next level? Applications for the upcoming Kauffman FastTrac program are now live. This program is designed for early-stage innovative entrepreneurs ready to dive deep and grow! 🌱

📅 Program Dates: January 7 - March 11
🕔 Tuesdays, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
📍 Epicenter Memphis
💵 Cost: $50
📆 Application Deadline: December 9th

Don’t miss this opportunity to join other like-minded innovators for a hands-on, immersive experience that will equip you with the skills and connections to thrive. Apply today: https://www.epicentermemphis.org/kauffman-fasttrac 🌟

Kickstart your morning with Epicenter and Tennessee Small Business Development Center at SWTCC as we dive into how our partnership is fostering innovative entrepreneurship in Memphis! ☀️

From free business consulting to powerful resources for growth, learn how we’re teaming up to fuel your business success. Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and grow with our community! 🔗 Register now: https://lu.ma/ct649fiw

Memphis, are you ready to tackle real challenges in our community? 🧑‍💻💡 Join Innovate Memphis, City of Memphis, and Memphis Tech Foundation on Nov. 15-17 at University of Memphis FedEx Institute of Technology for a City Hackathon!

We’re calling on YOU to collaborate on innovative solutions for three civic challenges:
🏚️ Reducing blight in neighborhoods
🚍 Improving transportation for job access
🤖 Leveraging AI and Smart City tech

Share your skills and help build a better Memphis!

Register today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/city-hackathon-2024-registration-1028474714557?aff=oddtdtcreator

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Yesterday, we teamed up with to host the Logistics Industry Opportunity Challenge right here in Memphis! This initiative brought together innovators and industry leaders to tackle some of the biggest challenges in logistics and supply chains.

🏆 A huge congratulations to the winner: TradeLanes

We’re proud to support opportunities like these that drive forward-thinking solutions and create real impact in key industries. Memphis is a hub for innovation, and collaborations like this reflect our city’s strength and potential.

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Key Memphis business org has a new CEO

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Epicenter names interim leader Anthony Young president and CEO The nonprofit focuses on developing partnerships, services and programs to serve Memphis’ entrepreneurial community.

📢 Exciting News! 📢

We are proud to announce that Anthony Young, who has served as our Interim President and CEO, is now officially stepping into the permanent role! 🎉

With his leadership, vision, and passion for entrepreneurship, Anthony has already made a significant impact. We are excited to continue building on that momentum as he leads us into the future, driving innovation and economic growth in Memphis. 🚀

Please join us in congratulating Anthony on this well-deserved role!

What an incredible afternoon filled with networking, creativity, and collaboration at the InnovateXcelerate Memphis mixer 🎉 We brought together visionary minds and trailblazers from the tech and creative industries for a vibrant mixer that sparked engaging conversations and new ideas. 💡

From entrepreneurs and coders to designers and innovators, everyone came ready to connect, share, and explore opportunities. 🖥️✨

We’re excited to see the partnerships and projects that emerge from these new connections! 🔥

Stay tuned for more events, and let’s keep building a future fueled by innovation. 💼💡

🚀 Calling all tech enthusiasts (and everyone in between)!

Join us for Tech Lunch on October 30th at 11:30am at Epicenter. Whether you’re in tech, curious about it, or just here for good food and great company, this lunch is for YOU!

🌟 What to Expect:
🍱 Box lunches from Jason’s Deli
💬 Engaging conversations about all things tech
👥 Open to everyone – no tech experience required

📍 Where: 150 Peabody Place (corner of Peabody & BB King)
🅿️ Street and garage parking available

RSVP at the link in bio today and let’s connect, learn, and build community over lunch!

🚀 Ready to connect with visionary minds and trailblazers in tech and creativity? Join us for an electrifying lunch of networking, innovation, and inspiration at our mixer! Whether you’re a coder, designer, entrepreneur, or just passionate about new ideas, this is your chance to meet like-minded professionals and learn about an exciting upcoming hackathon set to disrupt the Memphis landscape.

📅 Date: October 17
⏰ Time: 11:30am - 1pm
📍 Location: Epicenter
🔗 Register: https://lu.ma/2pxqwyzh
🍽️ Lunch from Fino’s is included

Let’s spark new connections and build the future together!⚡️

✨ Discover how the right HR strategies can tackle these challenges and boost your business potential. ✨

Join us for a Lunch & Learn: HR Solutions: Leveraging the Business Lifecycle!

📅 Date: October 9
⌚ Time: 11:30 AM
📍 Location: Epicenter
🔗 Register: https://lu.ma/o7ebtd9n
🍽 Lunch from Fino's is on us!

Looking for solutions to your business challenges? 🤔 Join us for a lunch & learn with HR expert Stephanie Moyer from Insperity, where she’ll share strategies to help you manage talent, reduce risk, and fuel your growth! 🚀

Whether you’re a startup or scaling fast, there’s an HR solution for every stage of your journey. Lunch from Fino’s is on us—come ready to learn and connect! 🙌

🗓️ Date: Wednesday, October 7
⏰ Time: 11:30 AM (Arrive early for parking!)
📍 Location: 150 Peabody Pl.
🔗 Register: https://lu.ma/o7ebtd9n

Let’s grow together! 🌱

🚨 Update: Founder Happy Hour Cancelled 🚨

Hey founders! Just a quick heads up that our Founder Happy Hour planned for Thursday, September 26th has been cancelled. 😔 But don’t worry—we’ve got some exciting events in the works, and we can’t wait to share them with you soon! Stay tuned for more updates. 🎉

Thanks for your support, and we look forward to seeing you at the next one! 🙌

Time’s ticking ⏳ — is your idea the next big thing?

Epicenter and are teaming up for the 6th annual *The Next Big Thing* pitch competition, happening Thursday, November 21, 2024! Applications are open now through **Friday, September 27** — just **one week left** to submit your business! Don’t miss your shot at winning the $10,000 first-place prize and gaining invaluable time and advice from Society of Entrepreneurs members. Finalists will be announced by early October. Apply now through the link in bio! 🔗

🚀 Ready to find your community? Join us at Epicenter on Thursday, September 26th from 5:00-7:00 p.m. 🤝✨

Meet local innovators, hear from Nate Smith, our Director of Startup Services, and get inspired by the journeys of Memphis entrepreneurs who’ve scaled with Epicenter’s support.

Enjoy delicious bites from and sip on craft cocktails by , featuring 🍹

RSVP: https://lu.ma/4t4yx3lj

Gather with us on September 27th! Partners, companies, local and global organizations, unite for a delectable breakfast and meet our Code School graduates.

Our recent graduates have been diligently working on their final projects to showcase their hard work and dedication and be able to present their skills, projects, and passion to the local tech industry. Epicenter Memphis The Collective Blueprint

RSVP Here: cdcrw.us/csbf

✨Interested in winning $10,000?! ✨

Epicenter and Society of Entrepreneurs are hosting the 6th annual The Next Big Thing pitch competition on Thursday, November 21, 2024. Applications to pitch are now open until Friday, September 27. Those who are selected have the chance to win a first place prize of $10,000 and access to the Society of Entrepreneurs members’ time and advice. The finalists will be announced by early October. To apply: 🔗 https://forms.gle/8twCs1uKaNQFXgD1A

✨ Unlock your business potential with Althea Young! Join us for an exciting workshop where you’ll learn to blend creativity and logic to drive innovation. 🧠 Althea, owner of NoBasis Co. and a mentor to aspiring entrepreneurs, will share her expertise on how to boost creative thinking and improve problem-solving skills for business success. Don’t miss this chance to learn from a true leader!

📅 Date: 8:00 AM ☕
🔗 Link in bio to register

⏳ Last chance to apply! Epicenter’s Capital Readiness Program applications close on September 9th. This 6-week accelerator is designed to help you master equity markets, funding strategies, and more. Plus, get personalized support and a $50 weekly bonus! Ready to level up your startup? Don’t miss out—apply now! 🚀

🔗 Apply: https://www.epicentermemphis.org/capital-readiness-accelerator

🧠✨ Unlock your business potential by engaging both sides of your brain! Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn to blend creativity with logic for innovative problem-solving and decision-making. Perfect for entrepreneurs and business owners, this session offers techniques to boost creativity, improve reasoning, and combine both for new business ideas.

📅 Sept. 11, 8:00am at on Highland
🎤 Presented by Althea Young, owner of .co
🔗 Register: https://lu.ma/7hmhuf5q

So You Think You Want Investment? The Capital Readiness Accelerator is a 6-week program designed to help you navigate the equity capital landscape. Each week, you’ll dive into topics like understanding equity markets, securing funding, and more, with presentations, discussions led and guest speakers. Plus, you’ll earn a $50 commitment bonus for each week you attend! Graduates will receive personalized support for their fundraising journey from the Epicenter team. Ready to take the next step? Learn more and apply: https://www.epicentermemphis.org/capital-readiness-accelerator 🤝✨

CALLING ALL VISIONARY FOUNDERS:

Register today for CO.LAB and TennSMART’s inaugural Sustainable Mobility Reverse Pitch Challenge!

This challenge presents a unique opportunity to solve problems related to supply chain routes, workforce turnover, charging infrastructure, and quantum connection pathways.

Winners get access to mentorship, unparalleled resources, and a vast network of industry experts in your corner.

You won’t want to miss out on this chance to shape the future—applications close November 20th!

Register today at the