PSL Weekly Digest 8/19 - 8/25

Hello PSL Community!?

Register early for September’s Networking Events!?

Welcome Wagon on September 4 - Info and Registration

Ceiling Smashers on September 10th - Info and Registration

Community opportunities that you won’t want to miss:?

Grace Hopper Celebration - Oct 8 - 11?

• Tickets are now on sale for the Grace Hopper Celebration (GHC), the world’s largest conference for women and non-binary individuals in tech. Let’s show how Philly welcomes the tech world to our city! This event will sell out, so we encourage you to get your tickets quickly! https://ghc.anitab.org/

• PSL has partnered with Anitab.org to produce the PitcHER? competition during GHC - For the 1st time ever - a limited number tickets will be publicly available to attend the competition! Watch the 10 finalists, coached by PSL coaches, as they pitch to Philly judges for a share of $100,000 and a year of mentorship from competition judges. Interested in attending? Contact [email protected] for information on how to register

Event Date and Time:

October 10, 2024 Perelman Theater Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts 300 S Broad St. Philadelphia, PA 19102

PitcHER? Competition Doors open at 2:30 pm ET 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET

PitcHER? Reception 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm ET

Registration cost: $100

*PitcHER registration is only valid for the PitcHER competition and reception, it is not valid for any other GHC 24 programs or related activities.

Enrollment is OPEN for BARDA's Biotech Accelerator & Non-Dilutive Funding Opportunities!

BioLabs has reached out to us with exciting news! They are collaborating with BARDA to execute two amazing programs: the Biotech Accelerator & Non-Dilutive Funding Opportunities. Enrollment for both programs is now OPEN and companies, academics, and individuals are all welcome to apply through August 23, 2024!?

The @VITAL – A BARDA BAN Hub Biotech Accelerator Program seeks groundbreaking startups and university projects focusing on therapeutics and vaccines to fight pandemics and strengthen global health security.

Program Highlights:

• Expert Mentoring: Receive personalized guidance tailored to your company’s needs.
• Extensive Network: Connect with over 250 healthtech and biotech mentors.
• No Cost, No Equity: Take advantage of a fully funded, equity-free program.

This is your opportunity to spearhead global health solutions and be part of an esteemed program and network of innovators. Apply to the VITAL Biotech Accelerator Program and make a difference worldwide!

Upcoming events for this week:?

WEDNESDAY 8/21 @ 6pm – Building Your Foundational Team in Philadelphia

Hosted by: Founder Institute

Join Founder Institute for an interactive workshop designed to equip you with the tools and insights needed to drive your startup's success. They'll dive into crafting scalable systems, identifying critical team roles, and finding the right talent to fill them. Through hands-on activities and collaborative discussions, you'll gain actionable strategies to bridge gaps in your operations and team structure. Walk away with a clear plan to propel your venture forward, foster growth, and achieve your entrepreneurial goals.

Join PSL’s Volunteer Program!

Our volunteer program seeks passionate individuals like you to join us in our mission to ignite change and lead the path toward a brighter future. As a volunteer, you'll have the chance to share your talents and interests, and we'll work together to create a personalized and fulfilling experience that's tailored just for you. We're always open to fresh ideas and suggestions that can help us enhance our program and make an even greater impact in our community.?

What are you waiting for? Don't hesitate to reach out to us at [email protected] or complete our volunteer form to get started. We can't wait to hear from you and welcome you into our community of passionate volunteers.

Go out there, connect, and be a part of the change!?

Team PSL?