Startup Breakfast, 8-9 a.m.

• entrepreneurs
• Lexington
• Networking
• Startups

About this event Being a startup entrepreneur is a difficult and lonely job! Sometimes you are lost, confused, frustrated, disappointed, scared, or just need help. Sometimes you have something to celebrate! You definitely have a skill or experience that could benefit your colleagues! Startup Breakfast is an informal meeting of Startup entrepreneurs and leaders – … Continue reading “Startup Breakfast, 8-9 a.m.”

5 Across February Startup Pitch Competition, 5-7 p.m.

• Investment
• Lexington
• Pitch Competition
• Startups

About this event 5 Across, otherwise known as “Lexington’s Version of Shark Tank,” is BACK! This time, 5 startups will step into the spotlight and pitch their businesses at the Lyric Theatre! We will also have networking and a delicious catered meal before the event. Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center, 300 E Third St, Lexington, KY … Continue reading “5 Across February Startup Pitch Competition, 5-7 p.m.”

Startup Advantage, 5-7 p.m.

• BaseHere
• Lexington
• Startups

About this event During COVID – events are both online via Zoom and in person at Base110 in the event space. Randall Stevens and Dan Hollingshead will lead a series of topics designed to help think through the process of testing ideas and creating value for your startup idea. Both are seasoned entrepreneurs (meaning they’ve … Continue reading “Startup Advantage, 5-7 p.m.”

Freelance Friday @ BaseHere, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

About this event Come grab a desk and check out our space for free on Fridays. Enjoy coffee, donuts and community at one of our coworking space desks! BaseHere, 249 E. Main St. Suite 150, Downtown Lexington LEARN MORE: https://www.basehere.com/

WIFL: Women Innovators, Founders, & Leaders Monthly Meetup, 4-6 p.m.

• Networking
• Women Entrepreneurs

About this event Founders, innovators, entrepreneurs, self-starters, side-hustlers, business-leaders, and all that is in between – you are the women in Lexington’s business community. This meetup group is to help support and strengthen the already thriving community of women that are a driving force behind Lexington business. Join us to connect, collaborate and learn from … Continue reading “WIFL: Women Innovators, Founders, & Leaders Monthly Meetup, 4-6 p.m.”

SBIR Unplugged Jan 20 Thu, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM EDT

• CED
• sbir

SBIR/STTR-focused meetup group for Kentucky startups and university innovators About this event SBIR Unplugged is your monthly SBIR/STTR focused networking and peer mentoring connection for Kentucky-based startups and university innovators. Whether you are new to SBIR or an SBIR pro, you will enjoy this chance to connect with your peers, learn, and share your knowledge. … Continue reading “SBIR Unplugged Jan 20 Thu, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM EDT”

SBIR Unplugged Dec 16 Thu, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM EDT

• CED
• sbir

SBIR/STTR-focused meetup group for Kentucky startups and university innovators About this event SBIR Unplugged is your monthly SBIR/STTR focused networking and peer mentoring connection for Kentucky-based startups and university innovators. Whether you are new to SBIR or an SBIR pro, you will enjoy this chance to connect with your peers, learn, and share your knowledge. … Continue reading “SBIR Unplugged Dec 16 Thu, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM EDT”

SBIR Unplugged Nov 18 Thu, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM EDT

• CED
• sbir

SBIR/STTR-focused meetup group for Kentucky startups and university innovators About this event SBIR Unplugged is your monthly SBIR/STTR focused networking and peer mentoring connection for Kentucky-based startups and university innovators. Whether you are new to SBIR or an SBIR pro, you will enjoy this chance to connect with your peers, learn, and share your knowledge. … Continue reading “SBIR Unplugged Nov 18 Thu, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM EDT”

SBIR Unplugged Oct 28 Thu, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM EDT

• CED
• sbir

SBIR/STTR-focused meetup group for Kentucky startups and university innovators About this event SBIR Unplugged is your monthly SBIR/STTR focused networking and peer mentoring connection for Kentucky-based startups and university innovators. Whether you are new to SBIR or an SBIR pro, you will enjoy this chance to connect with your peers, learn, and share your knowledge. … Continue reading “SBIR Unplugged Oct 28 Thu, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM EDT”

Lexington Startup Breakfast Wednesday, Oct. 20, 8-9 a.m.

• CED

Informal meeting of Startup entrepreneurs and leaders About this event Being a startup entrepreneur is a difficult and lonely job! Sometimes you are lost, confused, frustrated, disappointed, scared, or just need help. Sometimes you have something to celebrate! You definitely have a skill or experience that could benefit your colleagues! Startup Breakfast is an informal … Continue reading “Lexington Startup Breakfast Wednesday, Oct. 20, 8-9 a.m.”

Kentucky SBDC Start Smart Series Tuesday, Oct. 19, noon-1 p.m. EDT

• CED

Online meeting the help start your business About this event “Learn how to see marketing as an investment vs. expense and grow your ROI through increased sales.” The critical difference between advertising and marketing How to use the Marketing Equation The importance of Strategy before Tactics Targeting your Audience and the 80-20 Rule How doing … Continue reading “Kentucky SBDC Start Smart Series Tuesday, Oct. 19, noon-1 p.m. EDT”

Startup Breakfast (8-9 a.m. Wednesday, September 29)

Learn more at the Startup Breakfast Meetup site:https://www.meetup.com/Startup-Breakfast/    https://uky.zoom.us/j/875689506 

Kentucky SBDC Weekly Webinar (12-1 p.m. Wednesday, September 29)

Webinars

Startup Advantage (5-7 p.m. Tuesday, September 28)

Base110, 110 W Vine St 4th floor, Lexington, KY 40507, USA  https://www.meetup.com/Startup-Advantage/events/     During COVID – events are both online via Zoom and in person at Base110 in the event space.     Randall Stevens and Dan Hollingshead will lead a series of topics designed to help think through the process of testing ideas and creating … Continue reading “Startup Advantage (5-7 p.m. Tuesday, September 28)”

Techstars Startup Week Louisville (Sept. 20-24)

Techstars Startup Week Louisville is a five-day celebration of our community that builds momentum and opportunity around entrepreneurship. We’re led by local entrepreneurs and hosted in amazing spaces all over town. Can’t make it in person? Grab your ticket below to access our virtual live-stream!    https://emamo.com/event/startup-week-louisville/tickets 

Freelance Friday @ BaseHere (8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Friday, September 24)

BaseHere, 249 E. Main St. Suite 150, Downtown Lexington    Come grab a desk and check out our space for free on Fridays. Enjoy coffee, donuts and community at one of our coworking space desks! https://www.basehere.com/ 

Launch Blue Virtual Office Hours (12:30-1:30 p.m. Friday, September 24)

Launch Blue Virtual Office Hours are the perfect opportunity to engage with the Launch Blue coaches and instructors. Whether you are looking for more information about one of our programs, have a question about your application or are a tech founder looking for advice join us Fridays at 12:30 pm EST.    https://www.launchblue.org/lb-virtual-office-hours 

KYPTAC Overview of Small Business Certifications (11 a.m.-noon Thursday, Sept. 23)

 https://www.kyptac.com/training-events  We will give an overview of all small business certifications on the federal, state, and local levels and what they mean for you as a small business. The following weeks will highlight and dive into each certification specifically. 

LaunchPad Lex Speaker Series: Entrepreneurship in Brewing Industry (5-7 p.m. Wednesday, September 22)

401 S Limestone, Lexington, KY 40508, USA  This fireside conversation will offer a local and global experience so you can walk away with knowledge and resources from entrepreneurs, researchers, founders, and small business owners giving you real-time, insider access to the business world’s brightest insights.    Learn more and register here! 

Venture Sharks Prelims presented by Amplify Louisville & Ky Innovation (5:30 p.m. Sept. 21)

Jump in the water with the Venture Sharks! Semifinalists will compete for $5,000 cash and thousands in prizes in the preliminary round of our 12th annual business pitch competition. Special thanks to our title sponsors, Amplify and KY Innovation, who are allowing us to offer this event free of charge! At the prelims, entrepreneurs will present … Continue reading “Venture Sharks Prelims presented by Amplify Louisville & Ky Innovation (5:30 p.m. Sept. 21)”