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Bump is looking for talented individuals! ?? Product Lead Join their team: https://lnkd.in/d-HbqPwR cc: James Jones, Esq. #jobs #hiring

Upper Iowa University Athletics joins the growing list of institutions partnering with Spry to enhance their athletic operations. Through this partnership, Spry equips Upper Iowa's student-athletes, coaches, and administrators with innovative tools to streamline processes and optimize performance. With Spry’s platform, Upper Iowa is setting a new standard for support in collegiate athletics—making resources easily accessible and reinforcing their commitment to fostering excellence on and off the field. We're proud to see Spry continue to empower university sports programs nationwide with solutions designed to make a real impact. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/da7d6vSe cc: Lyle Adams #AthleticsInnovation #FeathersUp ??

Oliver Libby joined the #SEENSummit2024 in NYC, powered by Tech:NYC and Visible Hands, to connect and empower diverse-led teams. On The New VC Playbook panel, Oliver shared insights on navigating venture funding and strategies to support underrepresented founders in securing capital alongside Gabby Cazeau (Harlem Capital), Morgan Blumberg, (M13) and Desiree Almodovar (AlleyCorp) We also celebrated the #SEEN50, recognizing 50 trailblazing NYC founders leading transformational tech startups. Thank you to everyone who made this summit an inspiring celebration of diversity, innovation, and inclusive growth! #ImpactInvesting #DiversityInTech #Entrepreneurship #InclusiveGrowth #TechNYC

Advancements from our portfolio company, Sorcero! Their latest product updates elevate how life sciences teams navigate medical content and drive insights, improving the efficiency and impact of their work. Highlights include: ?? Enhanced AI-powered insights that streamline data analysis, ensuring quicker access to the most relevant information. ?? Precision content search and customizable dashboards designed for medical affairs teams to tailor the platform to their unique needs. ?? Improved analytics to help teams gauge engagement and outcome metrics, driving more informed decisions. Sorcero’s continued innovation supports life sciences professionals in transforming data into actionable insights. https://lnkd.in/dKQWM6hJ cc: Dipanwita Das #AI #LifeSciences #HealthcareInnovation #MedTech

In the wake of recent hurricanes, CNote is stepping up to make a meaningful difference where it’s needed most. Disasters like these often impact low- to moderate-income (LMI) and BIPOC communities hardest, exacerbating existing inequalities. CNote’s Disaster Recovery and Resilience Program provides a critical lifeline through loans and insured deposits to community financial institutions, ensuring that these communities can access the resources needed to rebuild and strengthen their resilience. Proud of CNote’s mission in fostering financial empowerment for a more equitable recovery. Learn more about their impactful work here: https://hubs.ly/Q02Wn41M0 cc: Catherine Berman #FinancialEmpowerment #DisasterRecovery

?? Big news from our portfolio company inCitu! They’ve expanded their innovative urban planning capabilities by partnering with Autodesk Forma, allowing designers to bring urban visions to life with the inCituAR? extension. Now, city planners and architects can instantly transform their geolocated projects into immersive AR experiences. This easy-access tool empowers communities and stakeholders to view and interact with 3D urban designs in a real-world context, fostering transparency and collaboration around urban development. Discover how inCitu and Autodesk Forma are shaping the future of city planning and design here: https://lnkd.in/egnwpJWX cc: Dana Chermesh-Reshef #UrbanPlanning #AR #CityPlanning #AutodeskForma #Innovation

We're thrilled to see Modern Meadow spotlighted in Material World : Oxman Marries Biomaterials and Tech alongside industry innovators, highlighting their breakthrough Bio-Vera?, a sustainable leather alternative with over 90% renewable content, engineered through their proprietary Bio-Alloy? technology. Modern Meadow’s recent partnership with Esbecobv underscores its commitment to pushing boundaries in sustainable materials, creating viable, animal-free alternatives that meet the demands of discerning, eco-conscious consumers. Read more on Modern Meadow's pioneering work in biomaterials and the future of eco-friendly design: https://lnkd.in/dRfns5YK #SustainableInnovation #ModernMeadow #BioMaterials

Solstice is looking for talented individuals! ?? Senior Business Development Manager Join their team: https://lnkd.in/dtwgXmrz cc: Sandhya Murali #jobs #hiring #communitysolar #solar

In the latest episode of For Starters, The Changing Dynamics of AI Funding & 'Following Smart Money', Oliver Libby explores the shifting landscape of AI funding and how the venture capital ecosystem is evolving. ?? Key insights include: Traditional VC Funding for Emerging AI Startups: Beyond the big players, smaller AI companies across industries like healthcare and finance are finding funding from VCs, angel investors, and family offices. The Decline of 'Following Smart Money': The old model of securing deals by following top VCs is fading as large funds take bigger ownership stakes and reduce syndication. Evaluating Opportunities with Care: In today’s market, it’s more important than ever to differentiate between hyped deals and high-value investments. Tune in to the full episode to gain deeper insights: https://bit.ly/3UIpUuu #ForStarters #VentureCapital #AI #Funding #SmartMoney #VC

Big congratulations to Lyle Adams, founder of our portfolio company, Spry, for being featured in Inc. Magazine! Lyle is transforming the college sports landscape with Spry, a game-changing platform that helps athletic departments save time and money in this new era of college sports, all while ensuring compliance and driving innovation. Check out the full article to see how Lyle and Spry are making an impact: https://lnkd.in/dz3UAm4w #FounderSpotlight #NIL #CollegeSports #Innovation