by Venture Connectors | Dec 11, 2022 | Enterpreneurship, Venture connectors news
Attendees at our December lunch got a masterclass in storytelling from the dynamic and engaging John Waggoner, Founder & Chairman of American Queen Voyages, and President & CEO of HMS Global Maritime. John shared how he turned his childhood dream of owning...
by Venture Connectors | Nov 9, 2022 | Enterpreneurship, Uncategorized, Venture connectors news
At our November lunch, Venture Connectors was excited to host a terrific discussion with serial entrepreneur Ricky Mason and angel investor Chris Redd, the founders of Rheddorick and Network + Chill, about how they came together to create a thriving community that...
by Venture Connectors | Oct 17, 2022 | Enterpreneurship, Venture connectors news
At our October lunch, Venture Connectors was pleased to feature Monique Kuykendoll Quarterman, Deputy Executive Director of the Office of Entrepreneurship & Small Business Innovation/KY Innovation with the Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development. Monique is...
by Venture Connectors | Sep 19, 2022 | Enterpreneurship, Venture connectors news
At our September lunch, Venture Connectors was pleased to welcome dynamic speaker and coach Lisa Zangari! Lisa is President and CEO of the Zangari Consulting Group and Executive Coach-in-Residence at the Leadership Louisville Center. Through stories from her own work...
by Venture Connectors | Aug 10, 2022 | Enterpreneurship, Venture connectors news
Our August event featured media mogul Tom Cottingham, co-founder of The Cobb Group, TechRepublic, NarrowCast Group, Insider Louisville and now CEO and Partner of Flyover Media Group, who talked about innovation trends he’s seen throughout his career. Tom shared...
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...
