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Check out the latest Ladderworks interview to empower children to become social entrepreneurs with our very own Tamar Schapira! Image description: Ladderworks Spiffy's Blog written on the lefthand side of the image. An icon of an animal and the universe in pink stand out next to a profile picture of Tamar. The title of the article below the image read Tamar Shapira: Developing Tools to Increase Accessibility in Digital Products.

Slime isn’t just a playful trend; it’s a fascinating example of innovation and creativity in action. The recent boom in slime culture has transformed a simple childhood activity into a thriving industry, inspiring entrepreneurs and creators alike. From DIY kits to mesmerizing videos, slime engages our senses and fosters community. It teaches us the importance of experimentation and adaptation, as each recipe yields unique textures and colors. In business, just like in slime-making, success often comes from trying new things and embracing the messy process. Let’s celebrate creativity and the unexpected paths it can lead us down. What innovative ideas have you explored lately?

Innovation and growth are fundamentally dependent on diversity and inclusion. Our most recent blog post, "Colorful Ventures: POC Grant Opportunities," delves into the diverse grant programs that are accessible to entrepreneurs who identify as People of Color (POC). These grants offer indispensable assistance to facilitate the expansion and prosperity of enterprises owned by individuals of color. Key Takeaways: ?? Funding Opportunities: Discover the different grants specifically designed to support POC entrepreneurs. ?? Business Growth: Learn how these grants can provide the financial boost needed for expansion and innovation. ?? Community Impact: Understand the broader impact of supporting POC-owned businesses on the community and economy. Grants play a crucial role in leveling the playing field and promoting diversity in the business world. Whether you are a POC entrepreneur or know someone who is, this blog post is a must-read. ?? Ready to explore grant opportunities for your business? Nana Fund is here to help you navigate the process and secure the funding you need. ?? Read more: https://shorturl.at/8w0Yb #POCGrants #BusinessGrowth #NanaFund #DiversityInBusiness #Entrepreneurship #GrantOpportunities #InclusiveGrowth

Hi LinkedIn! I’m Kevin Shaun Domingos, an educator and co-founder of Wired Tech Gadgets, where we’re bringing innovative tech solutions to everyday life. With a background in civil technology and a passion for both education and tech, I’m excited to be part of a field that’s constantly pushing boundaries. Looking forward to connecting with like-minded professionals and sharing our journey as we grow our tech venture. #TechInnovation #Entrepreneurship #EdTech”

?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? We grew a brilliantly sustainable business with no debts by doing the right work at the right time (if not just a little bit early -c'mon, who really knew about AR in 2012 ?? ), steadfast dedication, turning down the wrong opportunities, and taking up the right opportunities not just for ourselves, but for our communities and ngurra (Country). We work alongside knowledge holders every day who hold our feet to the fire (thank you Aunties and Uncles), and have great customers but nothing greases the wheels without learning the money ropes properly. This is where Coralus came in for us in 2020 when we became a Coralus (aka SheEO) venture. Coralus is not just money - it's a genuine network of incredible women and people who identify as women who had had enough of 'the system' so we changed it together. Coralus is a network of women who are there to support, connect, relate, grow, champion, and shout out about you and your business and this year they are only investing in Indigenous Business! Indigital had an investment, a phenomenal mentor in MJ Ryan for a year (and a little bit more!), the ability to learn anything and everything we needed for our business to grow by flexing our 'ask muscle' to the group, and giving where we could along the way while developing a solid group of founder-friends and investors. If you are sick of looking for investment for your brilliant Blak business (and I know - it's damned hard as a First Nations woman to do this but hang in there sissy) you should check this out. There are no sleazy meetings, or pitches to uninterested VCs to apply - and it's OPEN NOW until 10 June 2024. So if you are keen to learn everything and more you need to succeed in your Blak business, please apply! Here's all the info you need: Coralus Website:?https://coralus.world Venture App Info Call Scheduler:?https://lnkd.in/gffSGC6R Venture App Platform:?https://lnkd.in/gfRZkhuw Venture App More Info:?https://lnkd.in/ggWpW5dN

ICYMI: There's still time to join us on Zoom for NUtech Ventures' upcoming panel event, "Inclusive Innovation: Opportunities Across Nebraska." The event will be held from 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. on February 7 in the East Campus Union's Prairie Suite and on Zoom simultaneously. This panel discussion will feature various initiatives across the state of Nebraska that excel in inclusive innovation. Panelists will share best practices of individuals and organizations that take part, as well as how others can get involved with these organizations, and apply their best practices to individual and organizational work. Hearing from each of these panelists will motivate attendees to approach inclusive innovation across the state in more creative?ways. This panel is part of the 2023-2024 Inclusive Innovation series, hosted by NUtech Ventures. This series of events aims to raise awareness of individuals and organizations who are conducting best practices in various aspects of inclusive innovation. Each event will focus on a different aspect of inclusive innovation, covering a range of topics including intellectual property and law, technology transfer, STEM education, startup/small business support, the tech landscape in Nebraska, and venture capital?funding. More information, including panelists and and registration is available?here: https://lnkd.in/g7xSjRDu Registration is now closed for in-person attendance, due to catering requirements. If you would like to be placed on a?waiting?list for in-person attendance, please contact Joy Eakin, [email protected] or [email protected]. Registration deadline for Zoom attendance: Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 8:00AM.? ? This event is hosted by?NUtech Ventures, the nonprofit technology commercialization affiliate of the University of Nebraska, serving the Lincoln and Kearney campuses. Our team?evaluates, protects, markets and licenses the university's intellectual property?to promote economic development and improve quality of life. We also?promote entrepreneurship?through programming and events. #inclusionmatters #inclusionanddiversity #opportunities #entrepreneurship

As parents, our children's future often weighs heavily on our minds. We live in a world that's rapidly changing, and it's natural to wonder how our little ones will navigate the complexities of tomorrow. But what if we could do more to prepare them for the future of work and business? What if we could actively prepare them to not only face the future but to shape it? At Kua Zone, we're turning these 'what ifs' into reality. By fostering a collaborative environment where children and parents come together, we're not just preparing our kids for the future; we're empowering them to co-create it. Our young minds are not only sharpening their tech skills but are also working towards solving real-world problems, with parents playing a crucial role in supporting their entrepreneurial efforts. This partnership between children and parents at Kua Zone is what we are keen on scaling globally. Building a future where millions of families worldwide are actively involved in co-creating solutions that make the world a better place. Join us in this journey. Let's give our children the skills, the mindset, and the networks they need to build a brighter tomorrow. Because when we empower our children today, we light up the world of tomorrow! ?? Hi, I’m Sammy Kariuki — Co-Founder, Kua Zone. I'm excited to engage with parents worldwide to prepare our children for the future of work and business through Kua Zone. If you share this passion, let's connect and support each other on this amazing journey. Drop me a DM, and we can create a brighter future for our children! Click [??] on my profile for updates.

What Sara Blakely new venture can teach us... 1. Learning when it is important to quit your role that made you famous in the past and evolve yourself into something completely new. We are not the ones of 30 years ago. We are much more than that. 2. If you succeeded once with an idea, this doesn't mean that you will always succeed in the same "founder" experience 3. Developing your talent doesn't mean to be nostalgic to who you were 30 years ago and continue to repeat the same experience 4. Nobody's perfect While Spanx was an amazing problem solving product, this one doesn't take into consideration a key point: women who love high heels don't care at all about comfort, otherwise Christian Louboutin wouldn't be the king of stiletto. And women who love comfortable shoes today are not afraid to totally ditch high heels. In my experience as CMO at Sergio Rossi I found that: - a certain kind of women loved so much stilettos that they were keen on doing botox under their feet not to feel the pain and wear crazy high heels - high heels are for sexy women - high heels are a lifestyle, a bold statement - beautiful high heels are painful because they have a very tight fit - there is no compromise: either you wear high heels or a sneaker - good taste is everything in shoes design for high heels In this case, willing to launch another successful venture like a start up in a garage when you are a billionaire and you could do much more for the society seems to be just a little bit sad and nostalgic of a bygone era. It's like if Warren Buffet would decide now to start an investment fund on biotech from the garage of his Omaha house, pretty unlikely Come on Sara, you can do much better than this! Article in comments

Looking for inspiration from my network!! Next week, I'm teaching a workshop at the University of Washington on designing for and scaling impact within consumer products businesses. I'm focusing on the unique challenges and opportunities that small businesses and startups face in integrating impact into their design. What examples do you have of small businesses and startups doing this right? * How did they define and track impact in meaningful ways? * How did they equitably engage community partners? * How did they not lose focus on profitability and business basics? * How did they do ALL of this while also fundraising?

Struggling to make an impact? 'Founders Games' by Webit might be your answer. I'll tell you how it all started Picture this: 17 years ago, after exiting a company I founded, an idea began brewing. A notion about fuelling the dreams of entrepreneurs like you and me. The seed? Giving back to the community that nurtured my dream. And now, that seed has grown into a seminal part of my work, in fact, it's become the bedrock foundation of all my endeavours. Success, as they say, is determined not just by what you know, but who you know. The power of your network can either make you or break you. But what if you're from an environment that falls short in offering the right connections? Is success then a far-fetched dream? Do you uproot your life or simply wait for a miracle? I chose to be the weaver of that miracle. Webit was born out of this very desire. A rendezvous where over 15000 people from 150+ nations come together. Where futures are co-created through exponential tech, AI, and investment opportunities. But most importantly, it's about creating meaningful connections that fuel success. Ready for your miracle? Join us at Webit. Let's redefine success together. https://lnkd.in/dPzdMf85