by Venture Connectors | Jul 15, 2022 | Enterpreneurship, Venture connectors news
Thank you to everyone came out to our July networking event at TEN20 Craft Brewery! We had a HUGE turnout, which just goes to show what a thriving startup community we have in Louisville! (Photo credit: Austin Lopesilvero)
by Venture Connectors | Jun 3, 2022 | Enterpreneurship, Health care, Venture connectors news
Does your startup need a chief of staff (CoS)? At our June lunch, Cheston Newhall, the recently appointed chief of staff for Bamboo Health, shared why the role is important in startups, how it can take on different forms, and how a CoS can be a strategic growth lever,...
by Amy Higgs | May 5, 2022 | Enterpreneurship, Venture connectors news
When trying to foster a workplace that is equitable and inclusive for all, it is imperative for leaders to be well-trained in inclusive strategies. There is one key trait that all great leaders should possess. Some may call this trait the crème de la crème of all...
by Amy Higgs | Apr 8, 2022 | Enterpreneurship, Urban development, Venture connectors news
In the United States today, the top 10% of the population holds 76% of the country’s wealth, while the bottom 50% holds just 1%. A major reason for that disparity is the transfer of wealth from generation to generation. Creating generational wealth is a focal point in...
by Amy Higgs | Mar 4, 2022 | Enterpreneurship, Social Entrepreneurship, Venture connectors news
At our March lunch, JK McKnight — founder of Art of Impact, Forecastle Festival and Forecastle Foundation — shared insights into the generational trends that led to the development of his three-tiered brand engagement platform. He noted that Gen Z and Millennials are...
by Amy Higgs | Feb 3, 2022 | Enterpreneurship, Technology, Venture connectors news
At our March lunch, Venture Connectors was pleased to host Ian McClure, University of Kentucky’s Associate Vice President for Research, Innovation and Economic Impact and leader of UK Innovate, who presented “The Case for Kentucky: Why Today’s Sputnik Moment is the...
by Amy Higgs | Jan 13, 2022 | Enterpreneurship, Technology, Venture connectors news
At our first lunch of 2022, Venture Connectors was pleased to feature Louisville-based Climavision’s founder and CEO, Chris Goode, who shared how his weather services and intelligence platform recently raised $100 million in equity funding. He talked about what the...
by Amy Higgs | Dec 2, 2021 | Enterpreneurship, Uncategorized, Venture connectors news
Our December lunch featured a panel discussion on how thoughtful DEI initiatives can generate meaningful change, positively impact your brand, create a more engaged and productive workforce, and earn deeper trust from your team and the community. The panelists shared...
by Amy Higgs | Nov 8, 2021 | Enterpreneurship, Technology, Venture connectors news
Venture Connectors’ November lunch featured Sean O’Leary, a prolific Louisville-based entrepreneur and founder of multiple data companies that offer proprietary content to both B2B and consumer markets. He shared an inside look at the merger of EdjSports LLC, an...
by Amy Higgs | Oct 6, 2021 | Enterpreneurship, Venture connectors news, Venture Sharks
Venture Connectors is excited to announce Athelo Health is the winner of our 12th annual Venture Sharks™ business pitch competition. Led by founder Jessica Thurmond, Athelo Health is a B2B SaaS-based mobile application aimed at improving quality of life outcomes for...