behind the scenes
Happy Wednesday!
Sometimes, you just gotta see it to believe it.?
That’s why I’m super excited to launch Purpose Studios, our new video production studio that captures the stories of the people leading the way in Midwest tech hubs ??
Our first video series takes an inside look at Veeva, a Silicon Valley tech company becoming one of the best places to work in the Midwest.?
Want to really see Veeva for yourself? Join us on May 16th, for the Behind The Scenes With Veeva event. Check out their office, meet their team, and connect with new and familiar folks in the Columbus tech community.?
?? Startup News
?? Midwest Tech Companies and Startups Who Care About Sustainability: ICYMI — Earth Day was on Saturday. But we’re still celebrating these 10 Midwest-based startups and tech companies who care about the environment. From climate tech products and solutions to ultra eco-friendly offices, these companies are trying to do their part to make a difference. (Purpose Jobs)
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?? Detroiters reclaim Earth Day for environmental justice: Can’t get enough of Earth Day? Um, SAME! Earth Day should be every day, so even though many of these Earth Day events have passed, check out some of the Black leaders and Black-led organizations fighting for environmental justice in Detroit. (Bridge Detroit)
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?? Michigan Fintech Startup TiiCKER Raises $5M in Seed Funding: TiiCKER, a Detroit and Grand Rapids-based startup, announced last week that it has closed a $5 million seed funding round to accelerate its marketing and perks platform. The round was led by Baysore Advisory Group, and will help TiiCKER expand its team and technology. (Purpose Jobs)
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? Why this Cincinnati native returned from San Francisco: After 8 years in San Francisco, Cincy native Tom Williams decided to make the move back to his hometown and join the Heartland Ventures team. Check out why Tom, like thousands of Midwest boomerangs, made the move and how it’s going. (Purpose Jobs)
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?? SentiAR Closes $8.5M Series B Financing: St. Louis-based startup SentiAR announced last week that it closed an $8.5 million Series B funding round, led by cultivate (MD) Ventures with participation from MedVenture Partners alongside insider investors. SentiAR creates holographic, Augmented Reality (AR) technology that gives physicians a real-time, interactive, 360-degree view of the treatment they’re delivering. (FinSMEs)
?? Featured Company: SkySpecs
Meet the Ann Arbor startup leading the charge in co-creating the future of renewable energy.?
SkySpecs is on a mission to simplify renewable energy asset management so that fewer resources can do more for the planet.?
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It’s all about accelerating the transition to the renewable energy future by making wind energy the most efficient source of clean power on the planet.
If you’re looking to be a part of a company that’s changing the world — alongside some fantastic people — check out SkySpecs ??
?? Who's Hiring
?? You can explore all startup and tech jobs here.?
?? Events
Tuesday, May 16th: Join us at next month's happy hour at The Brakeman in downtown Detroit with our friends from DVP and RIVET. Come meet new people, hang out with old friends, talk shop, and connect with hiring companies. RSVP to save your spot.
Tuesday, May 16th: We’re pumped for another happy hour in Columbus, this time hosted by our good friends at Veeva Systems!? Come see their gorgeous office in Dublin, have intentional one-on-one conversations with Veeva team members, and do some networking with the startup & tech community. RSVP now to save your spot!
?? Check out more spring tech events around the Midwest.
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?? Sending love,?
-Ryan and the Purpose Jobs fam