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SUMMARY:WPI i3 Lab Demo Day 2025
DESCRIPTION:Calling all collegiate founders affiliated with Worcester Polytechnic Institute: Whether you’re looking to launch your venture or take it to the next level\, this is your moment to shine! \nThis exciting event features a dynamic pitch competition\, offering a unique platform for emerging startups to showcase their vision\, gain invaluable exposure\, and compete for a share of more than $60\,000 prize pool! \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://massfoundersnetwork.org/event/wpi-i3-lab-demo-day-2025/
LOCATION:WPI Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center\, 100 Institute Road\, Worcester\, MA\, 01609\, United States
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SUMMARY:Show Me the Money: Funding Options for First-Time Founders
DESCRIPTION:Securing funding is one of the biggest challenges for start-ups\, but understanding your options can make all the difference. This session\, a part of StartUp Worcester Week\, explores diverse funding avenues\, including bootstrapping\, crowdfunding\, angel investments\, and venture capital. Learn how to identify the right financial strategy for your business\, attract investors\, and position your start-up for long-term success. \n  \nPanel Discussion Speakers: \nZachary Dutton\, Executive Director\, Auxilium Worcester and Venture Forum\nRosanna Garcia\, Beswick Professor of Innovation and Entrepreneurship\, WPI \nBenjamin F. Maitland-Lewis\, SVB\, Director\, Startup Banking & Founder Success\nMegan Marszalek\, Program Director\, Entrepreneurial and Regional Ecosystems\, Mass Tech Collaborative 
URL:https://massfoundersnetwork.org/event/show-me-the-money-funding-options-for-first-time-founders/
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SUMMARY:WPI I-Lab Demo Day
DESCRIPTION:Join the Worcester Polytechnic Institute Business Development Lab for an exciting event showcasing innovative startups from the university community. Network with budding entrepreneurs\, explore cutting-edge technologies\, and discover the next big thing in the startup world!
URL:https://massfoundersnetwork.org/event/wpi-i-lab-demo-day/
LOCATION:WPI Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center\, 100 Institute Road\, Worcester\, MA\, 01609\, United States
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SUMMARY:Innovation Nexus
DESCRIPTION:Innovators in Central Massachusetts and WPI students\, alumni\, faculty & staff\, and affiliates in charge of their own startups can come together in an inspiring evening of networking\, where the spirit of change and collaboration comes to life!  \n  \nLight refreshments will be provided.
URL:https://massfoundersnetwork.org/event/innovation-nexus/
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