Nexus Louisiana

Brown Ribbon Exchange was named the winner of NexusLA's latest PitchBR competition! ?? Brown Ribbon Exchange is a collaborative bartering network for female entrepreneurs to exchange essential business services and thrive together. Thank you to our judges, participants, and community who came out to support our ecosystem last Thursday at PitchBR! https://hubs.la/Q038vnsS0

Tony Zanders, an award-winning software entrepreneur and enterprise software executive, has been selected as Nexus Louisiana's new President and Chief Executive Officer. Under Zanders’ leadership, Nexus Louisiana aims to fuel the next wave of Louisiana-based tech startups and position the region as a hub for innovation and economic resilience. Read more ?? https://hubs.la/Q038tKsR0

?? Tomorrow’s the big day—join us for PitchBR & Open Mic Night at Red Stick Social! Don’t miss the chance to see incredible entrepreneurs pitch their startups for a chance to win $1,000! Register now to secure your seat: https://hubs.la/Q036Zzd60

BREW is all about building a strong community of entrepreneurs and innovators! ?? Here’s a glimpse of the amazing impact #BREW2024 had on Baton Rouge’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Attention software and app developers ?? ?? The deadline to submit your application to pitch your startup business at PitchBR is right around the corner! Don’t miss your chance to pitch and secure a $1,000 investment at PitchBR— send in your application by TOMORROW! https://lnkd.in/gzfQXNDu

ICYMI: 41 students from the LSU Department of Finance’s Venture Capital course taught by Michael Kirby completed the program's ninth cohort. The students worked on projects for local companies, spanning a variety of industries including software development, retail, and renewable energy. The Venture Capital Apprentice Program (“VCAP”) was formed by NexusLA, Innovation Catalyst and the Red Stick Angel Network in collaboration with the LSU E. J. Ourso College of Business, and LSU Innovation. Read more: https://lnkd.in/guxfRReF

Exciting news! NexusLA is partnering with the Founder Institute Louisiana to host an Open Mic Night on February 20th at Red Stick Social, just before the PitchBR competition. Open Mic Night gives entrepreneurs a chance to present a one-minute verbal pitch to a panel of experienced judges. In return, participants will receive valuable, honest feedback to help refine their ideas. If you are interested in participating in Open Mic Night, please fill out the form linked below. See you on February 20th! https://hubs.la/Q03623t90

Did someone say money? ???? Take a look at our recap from the 2024 High Stakes Pitch Competition at Baton Rouge Entrepreneurship Week! #BREW2024 #HighStakesPitch #Entrepreneurship #BatonRouge

Last fall, students in Michael Kirby's venture capital course supported local companies seeking venture capital by providing research and strategic assistance. This initiative is part of the Venture Capital Apprentice Program (VCAP), which is offered in collaboration with Nexus Louisiana, Innovation Catalyst, the Red Stick Angel Network, the LSU E. J. Ourso College of Business, and LSU Innovation Park. Learn more: https://bit.ly/42Kx8Tj

We'll be back again for another PitchBR event with Nexus Louisiana. We love seeing the bright and innovative ideas from our local entrepreneurs! If you're around, won't you join us? ?? Thursday, February 20, 2025 ? 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM ?? @Red Stick Social ? Baton Rouge LA Get your tickets at https://lnkd.in/gmanY2pS? ?? : Nexus LA