Connor Lynch Named Chairman of the FAU Tech Runway Advisory Board
After 3 years leading the FAU Tech Runway Advisory Board, Mr.
Donald Kiselewski
(pictured right) has transitioned out of the Chairman role.
Mr.
Connor Lynch
(pictured left) has been elected as the new Chairman of the FAU Tech Runway Board by unanimous decision.
Rhys Williams, Managing Director of FAU Tech Runway, said "Don has been instrumental in the growth of the program and has helped it propel to new heights." Don's firm, Florida Power & Light (FPL)/NextEra Energy, donated funding for construction of the main entryway into FAU Tech Runway which bears the corporation's name. This was the largest gift ever received from FPL/NextEra to FAU.
Daniel Flynn, Ph.D., Vice President of Research of Florida Atlantic University said, "We are so grateful for Donโs leadership and guidance during this time when Tech Runway has transitioned from being its own โstartupโ to one of the best incubators in the state!โ
Thank you, Don, for your commitment over the years and congratulations to Connor!
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The FAU Tech Runway Website has Been Updated
We're excited to announce that our main website has been updated! The webpage is now more accessible, easier to navigate and provides helpful links to learn more about our programs.
Click here to provide any feedback or suggestions.
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Research Park at FAU launches Global Ventures for Second-Stage Companies
Global Ventures at FAU targets second-stage companies, classified as businesses with at least $1 million in annual sales and six employees or more, that are in need of flexible terms on office and lab space and other resources.
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20Lighter Announces Issuance of First US Patent for Visceral Fat Reduction
20Lighter, a venture class 7 company, announced this week that the United States Patent and Trademark Office has issued US Patent 10,638,786, entitled "Methods of Reducing Visceral Fat and Related Compositions." The patent was finally granted after almost 3 years in the making.
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- Now more than ever, we are called to make a difference. The Urban League of Broward County ask you to join you in their mission in response to COVID-19 and become an Agent of Change by donating.
- The Red BackPack Fund is open to public donation, so anyone can partner with GlobalGiving to bolster women through entrepreneurship in their hour of need with a contribution to The Red Backpack Fund, backed by Sara Blakely (creator of Spanx) at GlobalGiving.
- Hospitality Helping Hands is a not for profit formed to help feed the hospitality workers, their families, local charities, and others in need due to the Corona Virus shutdown. Their mission is simple and directly impacts the local community.
- Miami Foundation's Community Recovery Fund provides critical help to Miami-Dade nonprofits whose operations are severely impacted and supports their long-term recovery, resilience and financial stability.
- Year Up South Florida is shifting to a virtual learning environment for its 140+ current students, including over 60 students completing internships with South Floridaโs leading employers. To ensure uninterrupted support and access to meaningful career pathways for its young adults, Year Up would be incredibly grateful if the community would consider supporting the COVID-19 Impact Fund.
If you have a cause you'd like us to promote, please
CLICK HERE.
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Southeast Life Sciences, the organization behind 400 presentations, 790 funding transactions, and $5.2B in investments from 500 distinct investors is going virtual for a special edition of PitchRounds.
Whether your company is in biopharma, medical devices, diagnostics, or digital health, all are welcome to apply to demonstrate their companyโs potential in providing life-saving or treatment-enhancing solutions for our healthcare system.
This pitch competition will be held virtually, and participants will benefit from exposure through the competition and beyond to a range of life science investors interested in the Southeast as well as other innovation professionals. Held in a format close to a live, in-person presentation, your pitch will be viewed with the same criteria as a regular pitch.
Apply by May 15.
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35 Mules Innovation Hub
Florida Power & Light Co. is accepting applications for its newly launched incubator program, 35 Mules.
The Juno Beach-based utility company will commit $1 million in grants for 20 entrepreneurs accepted into the program, in addition to about $1.5 million in resources for their startups. The companies considered for 35 Mules must be developing innovations in energy, water and "energy-adjacent" industries in Florida.
Deadline to apply to is
May 15.
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2020 Florida Blue Health Innovation Challenge
The 2020 Florida Blue Health Innovation Challenge is seeking innovative ways to reduce hospital readmissions in Florida.
ELIGIBILITY
- All entrants must be an undergraduate, graduate or doctorate student at a college or university located in Florida.
- Innovations cannot have been incorporated for longer than 12 months or have investment or annual revenues in excess of $100,000.
- Entrants will be required to pitch their concepts in-person to a panel of health care and business experts during the state finals at the GuideWell Innovation Center in Orlandoโs Lake Nona Medical City in late September/early October 2020.
Deadline to apply is
June 1.
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The Elevate Prize
The Elevate Prize powered by MIT Solve aims to empower inspiring leaders and role models around the worldโGlobal Heroes who can spark movements, mobilize communities, and catalyze positive change. The Elevate Prize Foundation will award up to US$5 million annually to multiple Global Heroes and offer valuable resources for two years after being selected, helping build a massive movement to galvanize people all over the world to do good in their own community.
Deadline:
June 29.
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Cade Prize for Innovation
As one of the largest cash prize competitions for innovation in Florida, the Cade Prize has drawn hundreds of creative thinkers from diverse sectors, from Pensacola to Miami, who enter cutting-edge inventions with real market potential. In 2020, the Cade Prize will award $50,000 in seed-capital and make several important enhancements.
FAU companies scored 3 out of 16 semi-finalist slots last year, and 1 of 4 of the Finalist positions as well.
Entry period will open on June 1, and applications will be accepted through August 1.
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What is the TRIN?
The FAU Tech Runway Investor Network (TRIN) is an organization that provides privileged access to investment opportunities for return-driven investors who are financially motivated to back talented FAU-connected entrepreneurs.
To learn more about this opportunity and the membership benefits you can enjoy,
CLICK HERE.
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Join the Florida Venture Forum at the
13th Annual Florida Early Stage Capital Conference and the 10th Annual Statewide Collegiate Startup Competition on
Oct. 15-16, 2020 at the Westshore Grand Hotel in Tampa, Florida. This is your opportunity to reach the next level of expansion, through meaningful interaction and exposure to the angel investor community in Florida and beyond.
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12 - 12:45 p.m., May 11
Online event
6 โ 6:45 p.m., May 11
Online Event
11 a.m., May 12
Webinar
SAVE THE DATE!
FAU Tech Runway Launch Competition Reveal
May 14
Virtual
2โ 3 p.m., May 14
Webinar
4 โ 5 p.m., May 14
Virtual Event
10 โ 11:30 a.m., May 15
Virtual Event
May 17 โ 20, 2020
Gaylord Palms Resort and Spa, Orlando
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6 โ 6:45 p.m., May 18
Virtual Event
4 โ 5 p.m., May 21
Virtual Event
10:30 a.m. โ 1:30 p.m., May 28
Signature Grand, Davie
4 โ 5 p.m., May 28
Virtual Event
4 โ 5 p.m., June 4
Virtual Event
12 โ 12:45 p.m., June 8
Virtual Event
June 9 โ 11
Virtual Interactive Conference
June 15 โ 17, 2020
JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes, Orlando
Nov. 4 โ 5
Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami
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