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???What will you build this summer? We love Eli's take—sometimes the best opportunities come when plans change. Instead of that Big 4 internship or a summer abroad, why not?get paid $6K to work on your own startup? Startup Summer?is a 10-week accelerator for student founders and recent grads to turn their ideas into real companies. With mentorship, funding, and a built-in support system, this is your chance to make serious progress. ???Apply now:?https://lnkd.in/gdcf2UFU #StartupSummer #Entrepreneurship #Startups #Innovation

?? Time is running out! ?? The Mill is searching for its next CEO, a bold leader ready to champion innovation, entrepreneurship, and community growth. Are you (or someone you know) the visionary we’re looking for? ?? Deadline to apply: April 3 ?? Apply now: https://hubs.ly/Q03cLV3L0 Step up and shape the future of Bloomington’s startup ecosystem! #Leadership #CEO #InnovationHub

Spring isn’t the only thing in bloom—the Trades District is too! ???? Innovation is taking root, and we can’t wait to see what flourishes next. Want to read more about what exactly makes the Trades District such fertile ground for innovation? Read all about it here on our blog: https://lnkd.in/gnwZ24Ke

Join us for Collide on March 25 at noon, where entrepreneurship meets innovation. ?? Local founder pitch + ?? Fireside chat with: ? Patrick Henshaw (Render Capital) ? ?Jason Wilber (CoordN8, Inc.) ?? The Mill | ??? Lunch provided Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired! #Collide #Innovation #StartupCommunity #Networking #TheMill

?? Big news!?Bloom is expanding to?The Forge?in Bloomington’s?Trades District! ?? Their new?Network Operations Center (NOC)?will bring cutting-edge?AI development?and?operational monitoring?to the heart of the city’s growing innovation hub. ?? With a?5-year lease?at The Forge, Bloom joins Bloomington-based tech leaders?Folia?and?ViVum AI, further cementing the Trades District as a?thriving hub for tech, talent, and innovation. ???"Bloom is excited to deepen our commitment to Bloomington and position ourselves at the forefront of innovation,"said Kevin Todd, Chief of Staff at Bloom. Welcome to The Forge, Bloom! ?? #InnovationHub #TechEcosystem #BloomThrives #TradesDistrict #TheForge #AI #MedicareTech The Mill | John Fernandez |

It’s the end of an era and the beginning of a new adventure! ?? Please join us in celebrating Pat East, the visionary leader who founded The Mill and has served as its Executive Director since day one. His dedication, passion, and tireless work have shaped The Mill into the thriving hub of innovation and entrepreneurship it is today. ??? The other night, we honored Pat with a special send-off, complete with a piece of The Mill itself—presented by Board Chair Ravi Bhatt—as a token of our immense gratitude. And, of course, we had to recreate an iconic photo with his kids (swipe to see both)! ?? Pat, we wish you nothing but success and happiness in your next chapter. The impact you’ve made here will be felt for years to come. ?? Drop your favorite Pat memory in the comments! ?? #ThankYouPat #AmbitionLivesHere

Spring Break meets St. Patty’s Day! ?? Join us today at 5 PM in the café for a special wine tasting with Monopole Tasting Room ??. Then, keep the party going at Buskirk-Chumley Theater at 7 PM with On The Lash—a night of high-energy Irish music! ???? ? Exclusive Perk for Mill Members ? Get 50% off Buskirk-Chumley tickets with code found at the event! Come sip, connect, and celebrate! ?? #FirstFridays #BloomingtonEvents #TheMill

Advances in biology are transforming lives...and the Indiana-Illinois Innovation Corridor’s economy. During the panel discussion titled “Molecules – Translating Cutting-Edge Biodiscovery to Expanding Healthspans” at the Indiana-Illinois Competitiveness Conversation, Eli Lilly and Company VP Andrew Adams, Stemloop, Inc. Founder & CEO Khalid K. Alam, University of Illinois Chicago Vice Chancellor for Research Joanna Groden, BioCrossroads President & CEO Vince Wong, and John Fernandez, SVP for Innovation and Strategic Partnerships at The Mill, shared remarkable examples of research collaborations across industry, academia, and government to advance regional, national, and global bio innovations. Watch their panel and learn from their insights here: https://lnkd.in/e54rceiB

?? Job well done & heartfelt thanks to ITIA board member Pat East for his incredible work as the Executive Director of The Mill in Bloomington! Pat's leadership has transformed the entrepreneurial ecosystem in his community & beyond. Good luck in your next chapter!

?? Fresh air, fresh ideas! Changing your work location—even for an hour—can break up monotony and give you a new perspective. At The Mill, you can grab a spot on the patio, find inspiration in the Trades District, or take in the fresh air outside The Forge. Where’s your favorite place to work? ???? #Coworking #Productivity #InnovationHub