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I’m thrilled to invite you all to an inspiring evening with my incredible friend Siya Raj Purohit, Education Leader at OpenAI on December 2nd at Pace University NYC Campus. A remarkable leader at OpenAI Education GTM, Siya Raj Purohit has over a decade of experience in EdTech and workforce development. She is passionate about bridging the gap between education and economic mobility. You will love both her story and her insights! I’ve been a huge fan of Siya since her days at Amazon Web Services (AWS) as the Global Lead for Education and Workforce Development. I couldn’t be more excited to finally have the opportunity to host her for this in-person event. Join us for a live podcast production and engaging interaction, made possible through the amazing partnerships of The Front Yard at Pace University and Coeus Collective with Born Global Community, proudly powered by TrueLeap Inc! THE FUTURE OF AI & EDUCATION ??? Date: Monday, December 2, 2024 ?? Location: 15 Beekman St, New York, NY 10038 ? Time: 6 PM - 8 PM Massive shoutout to Tamir Harosh, Ariel Serber, Yang Cheung and Antonio DiMeglio, J.D. for making this happen! ??Please repost to share with your network. Thanks! Look forward to having you all! #NYC #Event #TrueLeap #BornGlobal #AI #Education #FutureofLearningforALL #GlobalImpact

?? Discover the Future of Learning in the AI Age ?? We are excited to invite you to the Born Global Community NYC In-person event featuring Siya Raj Purohit of OpenAI in partnership with The Front Yard at Pace University, and Coeus Collective, powered by TrueLeap Inc. THE FUTURE OF AI & EDUCATION ??? When: Monday, December 2nd, 2024 ?? Location: Pace University, 15 Beekman St, NYC ? Time: 6 PM - 8 PM This isn’t your typical panel, experience a live podcast recording in a dynamic setup! Featuring a fireside chat with Siya and an interactive audience Q&A. Siya will share her own journey and her insights on how AI is reshaping education, discover how AI is revolutionizing learning, connect with leaders, and network with innovators shaping the future! What to expect:? - Fireside chat with Siya Raj Purohit - Live audience Q&A - Networking opportunities Be part of this unique event that bridges technology, education and collaboration. Whether you're an educator, entrepreneur, or tech enthusiast, don’t miss this chance to join the conversation about the future of learning. Massive shoutout to Sunny Shuoyang Zhang, PhD, Tamir Harosh, Ariel Serber, Yang Cheung and Antonio DiMeglio, J.D. for making this happen! Look forward to having you all! Sign up at https://lu.ma/mawq2h9m . You don't want to miss this!!

For one magical evening every year, Houston’s startup ecosystem trades in company T-shirts for cocktail attire to celebrate the Houston Innovation Awards by InnovationMap. This year was no exception—it was an absolute blast! We were incredibly honored that TrueLeap Inc was recognized as a finalist for the People’s Choice Award: Startup of the Year. A special thanks to everyone who voted for us. We wouldn’t be here without all your tremendous support! Huge kudos to Natalie Harms, Joey Sanchez, the judges, and everyone involved in putting together such a spectacular night. What made the night truly unforgettable was the incredible sisterhood among Houston’s women leaders. Whether on stage or in the audience, we showed up for one another with unwavering support—a rare and special bond that I deeply cherish. Shout out to all the fabulous ladies in the group photo at Houston Women in VC. Congratulations to the fabulous Samantha Lewis, Carrie Colbert, Samia Ahsan, Nada Ahmed, Adrianne Stone for being a finalist and to the marvelous Mitra Miller, Juliana Garaizar, . Grace Rodriguez for taking it home. Cannot wait to celebrate more at #HWVC 2024 Holiday Party! ??When one of us wins, all of us win!?? Wonderful seeing #BornGlobal sisters Natasha Gorodetsky Tanu Jain, MBA, BSN-RN, María Elena Alamo Jara, Jo Clark (I know you were there!) and brothers Seth Eslami. Look forward to 2024 End of Year Celebration in Austin with Lucas Chaya del Pino! Of course always a pleasure catching up with all the ecosystem brothers too: Eric Alfuth, Chris Howard, Wade Pinder, James A. Phelan, Jesse Martinez, Carlos Estrada, Adrian Leal, Fernando Moguel and many more. Congratulations again to all the finalists Neal Dikeman Jason Ethier Atul Varadhachary Tanu Jain, MBA, BSN-RN and winners Frank Parker, Tatiana Fofanova, Ph.D., Sarah Hein, Cindy D. Taff, Anwar Sadek, Ph.D., Sarah "Sassie" Duggleby, Andrew Duggleby, Phillip Yates, Guy de Carufel! Wishing everyone a relaxing weekend! Here’s to continuing to uplift and innovate together. ?? #trueleap #houston #startups #venturecapital #houstoninnovationawards

We are incredibly grateful to our esteemed judges Willy Verbrugghe, Joey Sanchez, Sunny Shuoyang Zhang, PhD, Kike Oduba, MD, MPH, Jacob Parakadan, PMP, MBA and David Skinner for their support of the JA EnTEENpreneur Conference 2024 Presented by Phillips 66 and Enbridge! Serving in our Finals, our judges embody the excellence, grit and exceptional work ethic that we strive to create in our students. With less than a week left to go, this year's JA EnTEENpreneur Conference Finals will be a truly hard-fought one! #JACompanyProgram #JuniorAchievement #BoundlessPossibilities

Which Country Is Your State’s Economic Twin When Comparing the United States with the World? ??????? This infographic takes U.S. states and pairs them up with their global economic “twins” . This is giving you a fresh way to see where your home stacks up in the world economy! ?? ???? #California – From Hollywood to Bollywood, from Silicon Valley to Bangalore: California’s economy is almost as big as #India’s, as the world’s 5th largest economy, with only about 3% of India’s population! ???? #Texas – Grab some pasta and Pecan Pie, because Texas is as rich as #Italy! Yee-haw meets “Ciao Bella.” Equivalent to the world’s 8th largest economy! ???? #NewYork – What’s more Canadian than NYC? Apparently, its GDP! Maple syrup and bagels anyone? ?????#Indiana - Indiana’s economy matches up with #Norway’s, one of the wealthiest countries in Scandinavia. ?????#Colorado - From the School of Mines by the Rocky Mountains to the oil and gas empire in the Middle East, Colorado’s $530 billion GDP rivals the #UAE. ???? #Florida – Sun, sand, and…#Spain? ?? Florida’s economic muscle is giving Spain a run for its euros. Viva la Florida! ???? Iowa - With a GDP of $254 billion, Iowa’s economic power aligns closely with Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation and a major player in oil and agriculture. ???? #SouthDakota – From the Black Hills to Accra, South Dakota’s economy finds a twin in #Ghana. Both pack a punch with growing industries and vibrant cultures! ???? #Montana – economically similar in size to the Democratic Republic of Congo #DRC, a powerhouse of resources and potential. ???? #Illinois – Finding more in common than In difference, Illinois has a GDP matching #SaudiArabia, both with strategic importance in the area. ????#Arkansas – Arkansas's economic twin is the bustling beauty of #Morocco, with its markets, mountain views, and historic cities. Explore more wild comparisons and discover the hidden economies across U.S. states. The world is much more "closer" to us than we think! Do you see your state/country on the map? ??Repost to share with your network. #DataVisualization #Infographics #BornGlobal #TrueLeap Image credit: Visual Capitalist

Join me this Saturday for the biggest cultural celebration of ???? #Indonesia in Texas, showcasing its rich culture and heritage with: ?? Live performances by Indonesian country music stars Tantowi Yahya & Dzaki Sukarno ?? Traditional cultural performances ?? A stunning fashion show ?? Mouthwatering Indonesian cuisine One of the many reasons Houston is the No. 1 city for international business in the United States is that we’re blessed with authentic cultures from around the world right here in our own neighborhoods. This event is particularly fun because it’s family-friendly, so I never miss the chance to take my kids and parents to enjoy the festivities. Mark your calendar and join us: ?? Date: Saturday, November 9, 2024 ? Time: 11 AM - 4 PM ?? Location: Sugar Land Town Square I always enjoy collaborating with the Consulate General of The Republic Indonesia in Houston to raise global awareness and foster community connections in professional settings. I had so much fun with TrueLeap Inc production team learning about the amazing artifacts, batik, and instruments. Special thanks to Ms. Niken Larasati, Mr. Alam, Ms. Aswidya I. and everyone at the Consulate. Here’s an exclusive look behind the scenes as friends at the consulate get ready for the festivities! See you on Saturday! TrueLeap Inc Born Global Ventures Born Global Community #WonderfulIndonesiaFestival #CulturalCelebration #CommunityEngagement #Indonesia #Collaboration #CulturalExchange #BornGlobal #TrueLeap

No but seriously....I'm having way too much fun with this event, and I am so excited that it's less than a week away. I can't wait. Shweta Agrawal: Are you taking a break or are you creating another event graphic with little figures of the m.....nevermind. Me: Can't stop won't stop! Our mentors, yes, they're magical -- and you know it! Jason Kraus, JaaS (Jason As A Service) Erika Haskins doing all the things for all the founders and forging ecosystems fantastically Parna Sarkar-Basu -- taking the biggest toughest-to-unravel tech visions and making them comprehensible and memorable... Irina Sychov -- helping all founders unlock their vast potential and tap into their inner voices... and beyond these mentors, our networks have stepped up to help the founders as well -- looking at you Rafael Obando, Trevor Skene, and more! I've said it before and I'll say it again -- thank you so much to Edith Wangare Njage, MSc, Nandi Mkhwanazi, all the entrepreneurs we interviewed and the ones we chose, all the partners we've brought into the fold (with some additional partners being announced next week), thank you to Shivika Mishra and Goldcast for standing by in case I break anything on the platform (trying hard not to, so many buttons). This is one of the best events I've ever been a part of. Join us next Wednesday and see why! #TheAbundanceSummit #BostonNewTech #Prepare4Event #TheStartupOasisJournal

I'm excited to share that I've been featured in Bold Journey's latest article! In the interview, I discuss my professional journey, the challenges I've faced, and the lessons I've learned along the way. I invite you to read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gxpzDqJi Thank you to everyone who is supporting me throughout this beautiful journey!

Starting off Monday with something really special. I am delighted to feature Miglena Georgieva, a seasoned strategist, advisor, and angel investor, as an expert panelist for The Abundance Summit! As Principal at jtbd.online, Miglena brings her expertise to scaling companies, guiding them in aligning their operations for sustainable growth while de-risking their paths to profitability. Known for her ability to thrive in ambiguity and lead under uncertainty, she specializes in empowering organizations to stay synchronized and resilient in their growth journeys. Miglena’s experience spans a range of impactful roles, including board memberships, advisory positions, and venture investing with a focus on B2B SaaS. Her involvement with pre-seed and nonprofit organizations demonstrates her commitment to shaping innovative, socially conscious ventures. Through her angel investing and work in venture, Miglena actively supports diversity in the tech ecosystem, bringing her seasoned insights to the next generation of founders. When I was first starting out in the startup realm, people like Miglena and Ignacio Castro helped make me feel welcome and supported -- which is exactly what Jason, Shweta, and I want our Boston and pan-Africa founders to feel. Let's drill down on that a bit. Many entrepreneurs admire Miglena's practical wisdom and her "secret sauce"—an imaginative approach that transforms challenges into opportunities. Guided by her favorite quote from Albert Einstein, "Imagination is more important than knowledge," Miglena believes that vision and creativity are at the heart of impactful growth. Her presence at The Abundance Summit is sure to inspire our founders, as she brings not only expertise but a commitment to helping them build purposeful, resilient ventures. Sign up in the comments below and discover Miglena's magic for yourselves. #TheAbundanceSummit #womenwholead #BostonNewTech #ArielleForAfrica

Boston, MA – Boston New Technology (BNT) is thrilled to announce the relaunch of Precision Pitch Practice, kicking off on November 7, 2024, at 12 PM EST. This high-impact series returns with revamped labs that focus on critical industry topics and tailored feedback from top-tier experts, all geared toward sharpening the pitching skills of startups. Each lab will delve into the essentials of effective pitching, giving participants valuable insights and connections within Boston’s thriving tech ecosystem. In addition to the startup track, BNT has opened new tracks tailored to specific audiences: a Tech Professionals track for those in technical roles needing to communicate complex ideas to non-technical audiences, a Students track designed to introduce aspiring entrepreneurs to the art of pitching while offering guidance on presentation skills, and a Business Professionals track, catering to core members of BNT’s community who are looking to refine networking pitches and enhance their impact. Each track is crafted to meet unique needs, ensuring that participants from various backgrounds gain relevant insights and support for their career goals. Also new to this winter season'’s program is a bigger line-up of esteemed mentors and special guest speakers who will further enrich each session, to-be-announced throughout the upcoming week. These mentors bring their industry expertise and networks to BNT, providing participants with unique, meaningful opportunities to build connections and refine their presentations. To add an element of friendly competition, a new ranking system allows high performers to advance toward exclusive showcases in BNT’s 2025 lineup, plus access to other special perks designed to propel startups to success. In celebration of this relaunch, BNT will be hosting monthly giveaways, including Bonfire merchandise and other surprise rewards, offering an extra boost to participants on their journey. Finally, BNT extends a special birthday salute to Marsh Sutherland, whose vision and dedication were instrumental in the original creation of Precision Pitch Practice, an enduring legacy that continues to support and uplift Boston’s startup community. Interested in applying as a pitching individual/company or perhaps interested in lending a hand or sponsoring? Send us an email at [email protected]. See you Thursday.