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SUMMARY:Biotech and Big Pharma: Navigating Synergies in Today’s Landscape
DESCRIPTION:In the context of shifting market dynamics\, regulatory uncertainty\, and increased pressure for capital efficiency\, this showcase will explore how biotech companies and large pharmaceutical companies are responding to these pressures—and where their strategies align. Brought together in part by Startup Boston and Boston New Technology\, the program will feature presentations from 3 biotech companies of various stages of growth\, along with 2 panel discussions that examine industry responses at both ends of the innovation spectrum.
URL:https://massfoundersnetwork.org/event/biotech-and-big-pharma-navigating-synergies-in-todays-landscape/
LOCATION:Joyce Cummings Center\, 177 College Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02153\, United States
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SUMMARY:Hardware Startup Panel
DESCRIPTION:Aspiring hardware innovators studying at Tufts University and current hardware startup founders affiliated with Tufts are invited to attend the latest panel from the Derby Center for Entrepreneurship! \n  \nHear stories from Macauley Kenney\, MIT Entrepreneur-in-Residence\, expert maker\, and serial social entrepreneur\, and Max Makeev\, Cofounder of Gopher Motion and OwlLabs\, as they recount what it takes to build a startup around hardware products that cost more than most software products.
URL:https://massfoundersnetwork.org/event/hardware-startup-panel/
LOCATION:Joyce Cummings Center\, 177 College Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02153\, United States
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SUMMARY:Derby Center for Entrepreneurship Ideas Competition 2024: Live Finals
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the live finals of the Ideas Competition! \n  \nLaunched in 2014\, the Ideas Competition is a pitch contest for entrepreneurial Tufts students to choose a problem worth solving\, come up with a great solution\, and deliver a short venture pitch for a chance to interact with the audience through a hybrid Q&A session\, get feedback from judges\, and win a cash prize.
URL:https://massfoundersnetwork.org/event/derby-center-for-entrepreneurship-ideas-competition-2024-live-finals/
LOCATION:Joyce Cummings Center\, 177 College Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02153\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hyrbid,Networking Event,Pitch Event
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SUMMARY:2024 Building Tech Forum: Accelerating Change in the Built Environment
DESCRIPTION:Calling all clean energy innovators! The 2024 Building Tech Forum is a series of 5-minute lightning talks where industry leaders present the latest innovations in building technology accelerating the sustainable and regenerative design\, construction\, and operation of the built environment field. Hear from cutting-edge manufacturers\, building product companies\, clean technology firms\, engineers\, and more! \n\nAll presenters are available at networking tables for exciting conversations over food and drinks about the future of building science and the collaborative potential of the moment. \n 
URL:https://massfoundersnetwork.org/event/2024-building-tech-forum-accelerating-change-in-the-built-environment/
LOCATION:Joyce Cummings Center\, 177 College Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02153\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Talk/lecture,Themed Event
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SUMMARY:Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting evening at the Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition – Live Finals and Awards Celebration! \n  \nExperience the thrill of live pitches\, as the brightest minds in the Tufts community showcase their groundbreaking ventures. Network with like-minded individuals\, industry experts\, and potential investors\, fostering valuable connections.
URL:https://massfoundersnetwork.org/event/tufts-100k-new-ventures-competition/
LOCATION:Joyce Cummings Center\, 177 College Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02153\, United States
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SUMMARY:An Entrepreneur’s Journey on the Road Less Travelled with Stuart Weitzman
DESCRIPTION:The Tufts University community is invited to learn about Stuart Weitzman’s successful journey in footwear design and entrepreneurship! \n  \nStuart Weitzman’s passion for design has been a lifelong pursuit\, leading to the internationally renowned company that bears his name. He has been honored extensively for his unique approach to entrepreneurship\, and for his uncompromising commitment to prioritizing function as an integral element of fashion. \n  \nCome at 5:30pm and enjoy pizza in the 1st floor hallway area before the event!
URL:https://massfoundersnetwork.org/event/an-entrepreneurs-journey-on-the-road-less-travelled-with-stuart-weitzman/
LOCATION:Joyce Cummings Center\, 177 College Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02153\, United States
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SUMMARY:Pitch to Match @ Tufts
DESCRIPTION:Entrepreneurship students: Do you have an idea and need to recruit team members? Or do you have interests and skills and are looking for a team to join? Come meet people at our Pitch to Match event and find team members to work on projects together – potentially applying to the Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition as a team. The pizza is on us! \n  \nOur Pitch to Match event is moderated by Marcus Johnson-Smith\, the Derby Center’s Entrepreneur in Residence!
URL:https://massfoundersnetwork.org/event/pitch-to-match-tufts/
LOCATION:Joyce Cummings Center\, 177 College Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02153\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Networking Event,Themed Event
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