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Looking for startup support in Detroit? Check out "Scale Up! Sessions," our new monthly series hosted at Newlab @ Michigan Central! Join us on Wednesday, November 13th for a Fundraising Strategies Workshop with Tommy Skinner and Vik Mohan. The session will explore different funding types, valuation methods, and key pitfalls to avoid, like managing investor timelines and preventing overvaluation. Register here: https://bit.ly/4f35fsP

It's National Cybersecurity Awareness Month! All October, we're featuring portfolio companies that protect individuals and businesses from digital threats. Today, we’re featuring SecuritySnares, a company that helps prevent ransomware, file-wiping malware, and other harmful software by blocking malicious processes before they cause damage. Learn more about Security Snares here: https://bit.ly/4gZnFfI #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth

Thanks to everyone who joined us at Street Food Connect for an afternoon of great food, music, and community connections. A big shoutout to our food vendors: La Fajita, M I Vegan, Noosh Afghan Cuisine, Everything Is Cheesecake, and MSU student-run businesses Macaronza and Protein Pints. Special thanks to ALL OF THE ABOVE HIP HOP ACADEMY for setting the perfect vibe, and to TechSmith for co-hosting. Check out the article and event photos here: https://bit.ly/4ezTXw5

We had an incredible time at Michigan Tech Week! From Renaissance Venture Capital UnDemo Day to the Michigan Founders Fund Venture Together Pitch Competition, the week was full of great networking, insightful presentations, and opportunities to learn about Michigan startups. Congratulations to Michigan Rise portfolio company, Farmish, for being part of the winning pitch! #MITechWeek

Congratulations to SmithGroup and the team behind this award-winning project! The TechSmith headquarters emphasizes well-being, environmental stewardship, flexible workspaces and energy-efficient systems. We're proud to be part of such groundbreaking work right here on MSU's campus. Learn more about the award here: https://bit.ly/4dyFajZ

It's National Cybersecurity Awareness Month! All October, we're featuring portfolio companies that help protect individuals and businesses from digital threats. Today, we’re highlighting Judy Security, a provider of simple, automated cybersecurity solutions designed to helps small businesses protect their data and systems from cyber threats with minimal effort. Learn more about Judy Security here: https://bit.ly/3TRHnjK #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth

Thank you to everyone who helped make our events during Grand Rapids Tech Week a huge success! The Bridge was full of energy all day--Mark Rieth, entrepreneur and MSU alum, shared his inspiring journey at "It Started At State," followed by panels, pitches, and happy hour on the patio to wrap up the day. A special thanks to our collaborators at The Right Place, Inc. and Grand Ventures. See you next year!

It's National Cybersecurity Awareness Month! All October, we're featuring portfolio companies that help protect individuals and businesses from digital threats. Today, we’re highlighting BitLyft Cybersecurity, a company that provides mid-sized businesses with cybersecurity solutions to detect and stop cyber threats, keeping their systems safe and secure. Learn more about BitLyft here: https://bit.ly/3XY6jIF #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth

Researchers from the Brandizzi lab at Michigan State University discovered two proteins that work in tandem when dealing with life-and-death decisions in plants, offering new insights into improving plant resilience. “Research in our lab is fueled by enthusiasm and gratitude to make important contributions to science,” said Brandizzi. “The work was herculean, possible only through the dedication of a wonderful team.” Read more about this discovery here: https://bit.ly/3TxgmBV

All September, we're featuring portfolio companies that are driving the future of clean energy! Today, we're featuring Virtus Solis Technologies, developing the world’s first space-based solar power system. Their technology captures solar energy in space and wirelessly transmits it to Earth, providing clean, reliable, low-cost energy without the limitations of conventional renewables. Learn more about Virtus Solis here: https://bit.ly/4ec1PDT