Passionate about my family, entrepreneurship, @iwpgh, @alphalab, @alphalabgear. @alphalabhealth and Pittsburgh! (Opinions are my own)

Joined June 2011
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28 Aug 2023
The @thewarholmuseum @historycenter and @pghkids are offering free admission in August. Support these great local resources!
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Excited to see local energy startup, @CorePowerMag, on @ORB_Pittsburgh today. Great job Sam and Paul! @AlphaLabGear @iwpgh
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Great seeing products from local entrepreneurs in my day-to-day activities. #aethon #tug
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17 Nov 2022
Thanks to @misslauries and @AndyKuzneski for supporting student entrepreneurs at the @pittbigidea center. #KuzneskiCup
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20 Sep 2022
Today is our 3rd set of Factory Tours highlighting our region's manufacturers. We are visiting MECCO and Butler Technologies, Inc.. Thanks in advance to both companies! I have worked with Butler Tech for nearly 20 years and in that time they have produced…lnkd.in/eCbB6Jbz
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Thank you to @ExOneCo, the @ConnectWCCC and @intervalaLLC for hosting our group this week for our Factory Tour series. Thank you to our partners @MadeinSWPA, @AlleghenyConf, @robopgh, and @iwpgh . #PittsburghTech #Manufacturing #BuildLocal #LocallyMade #Hardware
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IW's Kelley Benson will receive a Fire Award for her work as an Ecosystem Advocate. As the Vice President of Human Resources & Inclusion, Kelley advocates for focusing on DE&I talent to help startups grow. buff.ly/3xk3a8t #PittsburghTech #EcosystemAdvocates #Startups
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14 Jul 2022
Congrats to Dave, Joe, and the entire @iraLogix team!
iraLogix employs around 80, with headquarters in Nova Tower One. Expect big (local) hiring in the next few years. technical.ly/startups/iralog…
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13 Jul 2022
Thanks to @helloneighborhq for all you do to support refugee and immigrant families settling in Pittsburgh. The @iwpgh and startup community enjoyed working with your team today!
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Great to see products by PGH entrepreneurs at my local hardware store! @PittMoss was rated the #1 potting soil by @BHG
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We are a week away from the @upprize application deadline. Check out this podcast with @pghtech and apply today!
6 Jul 2022
Take a listen to the TEQ One podcast from @pghtech! @Iwpgh's Joyce Howard discusses the upcoming UpPrize: Social Innovation Challenge. Don't miss the application deadline on July 15th. buff.ly/3Rpwy5F #UpPrize2022 #socialinnovation #UpPrize
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The BNYMellon & @iwpgh @upprize Social Innovation Challenge application is open! $300K in grants for @Pittsburgh-area #nonprofits & #forprofits! upprize.org #socialinnovation #socialimpact

1 Jul 2022
Calling all UpPrizers! The deadline for applications is rapidly approaching. Be sure to submit all applications by Friday, July 15th at 11:59PM. Find application and details here: buff.ly/3a2WQJL #UpPrize2022 #socialinnovation #UpPrize
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27 Jun 2022
Congrats to @ssinghpa @marcelbergerman and the entire @NEAutonomy team!
Pittsburgh's @NEAutonomy landed a $10M equity investment for its autonomous aircraft tech: The @CarnegieMellon spinout was already a partner of Connecticut-based Kaman Corporation, an aerospace and defense manufacturer technical.ly/startups/near-e…
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IW is spreading good vibes with @helloneighborhq on July 13th! HN works to improve the lives of recently resettled refugee & immigrant families by matching them with dedicated neighbors to guide & support them in their new lives. Join us on July 13th: buff.ly/3bjcGjQ
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The @upprize Social Innovation Challenge is back! There is still time to apply for this year's challenge and catch a few UpPrize 2022 Bootcamp sessions. Find out more at buff.ly/3a2WQJL #UpPrize2022 #Socialinnovation #UpPrize
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Replying to @PittMoss
@PittMoss was ranked by Better Homes & Gardens as the #1 best overall potting mix of 2022. Check out this feature by the @pghregion to learn more about the best soil on the planet, for the planet. #Pittsburgh #PittMoss #IWPortfolio #NextIsNow
“Made by soil scientists and loved by Mother Earth,” @PittMoss is revolutionizing potting mixes to grow bigger, stronger plants while advancing carbon reduction. Read more about the company’s innovative approach: pittsburghregion.org/2022/06…
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IW is giving back to the community that has provided our startups w/ so much! Join us for a celebration of Good Vibes. Good Vibes Community Days are coming! Volunteer opportunities are coming soon. Register now for the July 14th party to wrap up the week! buff.ly/3mka4o7
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Applications are open to be a part of ALH's next cycle of companies! Companies selected to participate receive: ✳️ Investment ✳️ Mentorship with industry leaders ✳️ Free office and lab space ✳️ Access to clinicians ✳️ And More! Apply today: buff.ly/3Nb5jJt
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17 May 2022
Congrats to @Navid_Kazem, Carmel and the entire @Arieca_Thubber team!
ALG Alum, @Arieca_Thubber just closed a $6.5M Series A round! Arieca develops patented liquid metal embedded elastomer technology. The funds raised will go towards product development and scaling up manufacturing. #IWPortfolio #PittsburghTech #Startups buff.ly/3PqQlAE
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Cafe IW: Hiring with an Impact | May 26th Support the neighbor next-door & hire innovative talent! Our local experts will help you bridge the gap between career openings & non-traditional talent to make your team more dynamic & effective. Register today: buff.ly/3N48G4j
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