PSL Weekly Digest 9/30 - 10/6

Hello PSL Community!?

Last chance to secure your Welcome Wagon tickets!?

We’ll get together again in two days for PSL’s flagship networking event! Welcome Wagon is the opportunity you have been waiting for to expand your net of support and get around brilliant minds with similar interests.?

Mark your calendar for this Wednesday, October 2nd, and meet us at Tactix Philadelphia for a night filled with insightful conversations, and life-changing ideas!?

There are some spots still available, but only for a short time! Get your tickets now.?

October’s Ceiling Smashers Salon is almost here!

Be part of a supportive community of women, non-binary, and ally entrepreneurs. Join Ceiling Smashers Salons for monthly gatherings filled with inspiration, education, and networking opportunities.?

Grow your career and smash your goals.?

October 22nd. Secure your spot today!

Save the Date! - Founder Factory 2024 is November 20th

• Watch this space for more details coming soon!?

Global Entrepreneurship Week - November 18 - 24

PSL is proud to be spearheading the Philadelphia Global Entrepreneurship Week celebration. This year’s theme is “Entrepreneurship is for Everyone”. So how can YOU get involved??

• If you are holding any entrepreneurship or economic development focused events on any day during November, we invite you to add it to the Philadelphia GEW 2024 calendar. Email [email protected] for information on adding your event to the calendar.?
• Support and learn from other entrepreneurs and members of the innovation and economic development ecosystem by attending the various events during GEW 2024. Follow the event listings by searching Philadelphia at GEW 2024.?

Grace Hopper Celebration - Oct 8 - 11?

• Grace Hopper Celebration (GHC), the world’s largest conference for women and non-binary individuals in tech is Next Week here in Philadelphia! If you have not already, get your tickets today! Don’t miss networking and learning from tens of thousands of other technologists!? https://ghc.anitab.org/

• Watch 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. PSL has partnered with Anitab.org to produce the PitcHER? competition during GHC - For the 1st time ever - a limited number of tickets are publicly available to attend the competition! Interested in attending? Register Here

Join other innovators at Philly’s first Open Innovation Tournament!

• This is a dynamic and collaborative event where individuals and teams come together to generate, develop, and showcase innovative ideas. Unlike traditional innovation processes that often occur within closed environments, an Open Innovation Tournament invites participants from diverse backgrounds—such as entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs, policymakers, and makers—to contribute their unique perspectives and skills.

The key benefits of an Open Innovation Tournament include:

• Diverse Perspectives: Bringing together a wide range of participants to inspire creative solutions.
• Collaborative Environment: Encouraging teamwork and knowledge sharing.
• Real-World Impact: Focusing on practical solutions to pressing challenges.
• Networking Opportunities: Connecting innovators with potential partners, mentors, and investors.

When: October 26-27, 2024

Location: Netrality Data Center Meeting Hall, 401 North Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19123

Interested in participating? Sign up here!

Discover the Next Big Opportunity at the 2024 Mid-Atlantic Capital Conference

PSL can’t wait to attend the 2024 Mid-Atlantic Capital Conference, taking place on October 29-30 at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. This event is the premier platform for connecting with top investors, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders.?

Don’t miss your chance to generate deal flow, build relationships, and discover the next big opportunity. Secure your spot today!?

SXSW Pitch Applications Open till November 3rd

• Apply to pitch: September 9 - November 3, 2024?
• Find details, eligibility criteria, and application at https://www.sxsw.com/pitch/

Upcoming events for this week:?

WEDNESDAY 10/2 @ 8:30am – i2n Tax Credit 101 - October 2024

Hosted by: Ideas x Innovation Network (i2n)

Understanding and navigating tax credit opportunities can be a challenge for any business and this special educational program breaks through the complexities to help you and your team understand which tax credit programs your business may qualify for, and the steps needed to apply. Register Here.?

WEDNESDAY 10/2 @ 3pm – Monthly Marketing w/ Dave - How to validate a startup idea?

Hosted by: Dave Schneider

In this webinar, we will explore how to assess the validity of a startup idea and avoid building something that lacks market demand. Register Here.?

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?