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Elevate Northeast Indiana @elevatenei

Paving the way for entrepreneurs in Northeast Indiana focused on high-growth, scalable ventures.

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Origins offers training for early-stage entrepreneurs in Indiana. Aspiring entrepreneurs can participate in the Pre-Seed or Seed training programs. All cohorts develop the necessary materials to apply to participate in the Nexus Pitch Competitions. zcu.io/tI41
There’s Still Time to Apply for 2020 Small Business Recovery Funding Qualified businesses in all 92 counties can apply for the Indiana Small Business Restart Grant program through January 22, 2021. zcu.io/eDqi
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Indiana Black Expo’s local chapter recently awarded grants of $5,000 to 20 minority-owned businesses in the Fort Wayne area. In partnership with Flagstar and Fort Wayne UNITED, the grants were given to qualified applicants affected by the pandemic. zcu.io/QLWm
EIR Nicholas Kuhn explores best practices for entrepreneurs as they work from concept to prototype in the latest Elevate Perspective. zcu.io/bg9y
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Congrats to LensQuote, a seed recipient in the Elevate Nexus Pitch Competition! Ryan Gustus from the company said “Receiving funding is a fantastic stepping stone on our path to further growth and invaluable experience." Keep up the good work! zcu.io/aczQ
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Problems are par for the course in the life of a startup. While they might feel threatening, problems can also fuel change and improvement. When discerning solutions, taking a broader look at your options may be the best thing you can do for growth. zcu.io/ouTH
Congratulations to the 2020 BBB Torch Awards Recipients from Fort Wayne! These businesses stand out for building trust and integrity in the marketplace. Keep up the good work! zcu.io/srUw
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Who can you nominate for the Own Your Success Exalt Awards? These awards recognize women entrepreneurs in Fort Wayne who show commitment, vision, and perseverance in entrepreneurship and who contribute to the success of other women in the marketplace. zcu.io/C98Z
The pandemic has been especially hard on small businesses this year. While adjusting to ongoing challenges, small businesses can also make moves that help them survive, and even thrive. zcu.io/eXSH
Register for the 2020 Unvalley Virtual Conference! Hear from tech leaders and connect with some of the fastest-growing startups in the country. Join the event online to learn about future-defining innovation in these rising tech hubs. zcu.io/qWwv
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First-time founders need a lot of support and guidance in order to thrive. In this interview, our own regional EIR Dan Meek shares about his varied experiences as an entrepreneur as well as the rich future he sees developing in northeast Indiana. zcu.io/O9HL
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If you’re an entrepreneur in Northeast Indiana looking for a clear path to growth, connect with us! zcu.io/v9Ro
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These programs provide access to R&D funds to stimulate technological innovation by small businesses. Our event will introduce you to the resources Indiana has to offer, tips on what agencies look for, and supply you with the program's structure. zcu.io/dU3T
Northeast Indiana offers real benefits to those looking to relocate from the coast, like a higher standard of living or closer proximity to family. Check out Tim Harvey’s story about moving back to Northeast Indiana from Silicon Valley two years ago. zcu.io/ReIY
What has 2020 taught you?
Plan now to participate in the 2021 Elevate Origins Pre-Seed and Seed Program. Each cohort provides startups with the right tools for their business stage and all the tools needed to compete for an Elevate Nexus Pre-Seed or Seed Pitch Competition Award. zcu.io/THCI
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