Milestone Markers - January 24, 2025

We're thrilled to bring you another edition packed with updates, achievements, and opportunities from our dynamic entrepreneurial community. This issue highlights the incredible strides you are taking—from launching groundbreaking products to sharing your stories on national platforms.

You'll also find opportunities to engage with our community, from mentorship during National Mentoring Month to upcoming classes and workshops designed to support your entrepreneurial growth. Plus, don’t miss out on resources and insights from our corporate partners to help you tackle challenges and scale with confidence.

Thank you for being part of this journey. Together, we’re celebrating milestones, empowering innovation, and creating lasting impact. Let’s dive in!

Updates from our Entrepreneurial Community?

FOX5 Vegas - KVVU and The Associated Press featured Milestone Maker Gilberto DeSalvo and his company, Delphire Inc , highlighting their Sentinel FD3 technology—a groundbreaking product designed to significantly reduce fire detection time.?More

TechCrunch 's Found podcast featured Milestone Maker Rebecca Rosenberg in?Educating VCs on your lived experience with Rebecca Rosenberg from ReBokeh?More

Milestone Maker Detara Williams 's Made For Locs is officially available at CVS stores?More

CyproSecure, developed by Cherie Griffith-Dunn Security Solutions Architect 's CYPROTEK - Cyber Protection Technologies Limited —a host company for Startup Intern Match—has officially launched in the Microsoft Azure Marketplace.?More

Milestone Maker Matt Doyle shared his interview From Shark Tank to Billion-Dollar Ventures with Yuen Yung in his podcast Not Done Yet More

DPW 's podcast Make Procurement Green (Again): Corporates and Startups Unite features Milestone Maker Daniela Osio , Founder & CEO, Kloopify ?More?

National Mentoring Month is the perfect time to celebrate the transformative power of mentorship and invite passionate professionals to join Mentor Makers, a platform designed to bridge knowledge with ambition. For mentors, it's an opportunity to share your expertise, inspire the next generation of innovators, and make a meaningful impact on entrepreneurs shaping the future. For entrepreneurs, mentorship is the key to navigating challenges, unlocking growth, and achieving milestones with confidence. Together, mentors and mentees can foster a vibrant, supportive community, creating a ripple effect of success in today’s rapidly changing business landscape.

Do you have expertise in Pricing or Hiring? The entrepreneurs on our platform have specifically asked for you!

Find or become a mentor today!

Corporate Partner Resources?& Opportunities

Nasdaq

Nasdaq's 2024 Impact Snapshot - In 2024, Nasdaq invested 6.8M in resources and initiatives designed to empower communities globally.?The Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center is honored to be spotlighted, showcasing how we connect business, capital, and innovative ideas to advance economic progress for all.

毕马威

2025 KPMG Healthcare and Life Sciences Investment Outlook - Despite valuation concerns, healthcare and life science investors are bullish on M&A activity, according to the latest KPMG survey.

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

The Life Sciences Report – January 2025- This latest edition features articles on MedTech and pharma trends for 2025, the eligibility of life sciences companies for qualified small business stock, what life sciences companies need to know about brands, double-patenting jeopardy, and life sciences venture financings for clients across 2H 2023 and 1H 2024.

BPM LLP

Technology Outlook 2025: Navigating the next wave of digital transformation - Discover key trends in Technology Outlook 2025. Navigate AI, data governance, talent, and policy shifts to thrive in digital transformation.

HubSpot

The Top 6 Marketing Challenges Expected Globally in 2025, And How to Overcome Them [Data + Expert Tips] - HubSpot looked at data from 500+ global marketers and listened to experts to determine which challenges marketing teams are facing and how to navigate them.

Community Voices

Adena Friedman , CEO of Nasdaq , shares powerful insights on how innovation ecosystems, smarter regulation, and globally connected capital markets can drive transformative economic growth.

At the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center, we see the immense potential of these ideas in action. Entrepreneurs are the rocket fuel for change, and fostering environments that support their success will shape the future.

Dive into this compelling perspective and join the conversation about how innovation powers progress

Upcoming Classes & Workshops

How to Transition to Entrepreneurship Full-Time Jan 28 - Join Harvard Business School Professor Ethan Bernstein , and Harvard Graduate School of Education lecturer Michael Horn !

Prioritizing Bootstrapping: Strategies for Entrepreneurs in Consumer Retail Feb 5 - Join us for an engaging conversation with special guests from the State of Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity's Michelle Lura White !

Top AI Marketing Tools for 2025 Feb 7 - Learn how AI marketing tools can activate growth and drive impact for your business with Cliff Worley .

Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center Open House Feb 11 - Join us to learn about the Center's resources available for entrepreneurs!

The Art of Elegant Conversion on LinkedIn Feb 18 - Learn how to attract, engage, and convert your audience on LinkedIn into meaningful business relationships with Richard Moore .

Collaboration Powers Lasting Change Feb 20 - Join us for a conversation on the Venture Equity Project's 2024 report with Miami-Dade Innovation Authority and Invest Detroit !

2025 Winter M&A Bootcamp Feb 26 - Join M&A experts from 毕马威 and Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati !

Faces of Entreprenuership

Anand Prakash is a serial entrepreneur with a remarkable track record of building innovative solutions that transform industries and lives. As the founder and CEO of WhiteGlove, Anand is addressing a deeply personal and global challenge: providing seamless healthcare support for families managing the care of loved ones abroad. WhiteGlove pairs cutting-edge AI technology with dedicated telehealth services to create a concierge solution that simplifies complex healthcare logistics, bridging the gap for families separated by continents.

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Only three days left to apply!

The Spring 2025 Milestone Makers cohort is supporting entrepreneurs building businesses focused on Clean and Affordable Energy (UN SDG #7), Innovation, Industry, and Infrastructure (UN SDG #9), Responsible Consumption and Production (UN SDG #12), and Climate Action (UN SDG #13). Express interest now! Once we receive your expression of interest, we will send you the application.

Applications are due by January 27th, 2025 @ 11:59pm PST

Contracts for Women Business Owners

Did you know the federal government actively supports women entrepreneurs by setting aside contracts for businesses like yours? The Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Federal Contract Program is here to help level the playing field.

This program is designed to open doors in industries where women business owners are underrepresented, providing unique opportunities to grow and scale your business. For economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses (EDWOSBs), additional contracts are available.

By becoming certified as a WOSB Program participant, you gain access to exclusive opportunities and a powerful network of support.

Start your certification journey today and take one step closer to securing federal contracts for your business.

Dreamers and Doers Membership Applications

Our friends at Dreamers & Doers? are accepting applications for their membership! This is a wonderful opportunity to join a community of inspiring entrepreneurs and leaders. The application deadline is February 6th, 2025. Apply

Additionally, they offer partially-sponsored community memberships for exceptional individuals who have overcome higher barriers to access.

Take advantage of this incredible chance to connect, grow, and thrive!

Thank you to our corporate partners

We partner with funders and leaders deeply committed to advancing equality and expanding access to opportunities through entrepreneurship. By activating powerful networks of support and expertise, we’re amplifying our impact and driving meaningful change. Thank you to Nasdaq , 毕马威 , Lehigh University , Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati , 富国银行 , NAREIT FOUNDATION , 沃尔玛 , 摩根大通 , HubSpot , BPM LLP , Google Cloud , and more! Learn more about becoming a partner of the Nasdaq Center.

Our mission as a nonprofit is to improve inclusion, access, and knowledge in entrepreneurship to advance economic progress for all.

By honoring the lived experiences of those dedicated to building a better world, the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center delivers world-class education, global networks, and cutting-edge research—fueled by the largest real-time intelligence on entrepreneurship worldwide.