IDEAinstitute applications close THIS Monday, September 2nd! Apply now at https://lnkd.in/g8Ztpybe
The Idea Village
Non-profit Organizations
New Orleans, LA 5,652 followers
For Entrepreneurs and Those Who Believe in Them
About us
Founded in 2000, The Idea Village formalized in 2002 as an independent 501©(3) nonprofit dedicated to engaging our community to embrace innovation, entrepreneurship, and new thinking. The Idea Village has established itself as a globally-recognized leader in developing place-based entrepreneurial ecosystems. As a result, New Orleans is now in the top 10% of best cities to start a business in the country (WalletHub), with startup activity 64% above the national average (The Data Center). We've been called America's #1 Biggest Brain Magnet (Forbes) and 1 of the 20 Hottest Startup Hubs in America (The Kauffman Foundation). The Idea Village is committed to sustaining the local entrepreneurial movement by providing direct services to entrepreneurs, engaging the community, and supporting initiatives that leverage entrepreneurship to catalyze change.
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http://www.ideavillage.org
External link for The Idea Village
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- New Orleans, LA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2000
- Specialties
- Startup Acceleration, Ecosystem Building, Entrepreneur Education, Community Development, and Program Development
Locations
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Primary
900 Camp St
Suite 308
New Orleans, LA 70130, US
Employees at The Idea Village
Updates
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Curious about how investment firms decide who gets funded? In episode 4, experts from New Orleans and other emerging hubs will explore the unique world of BioTech & healthcare investing. Thanks to Tulane University Innovation Institute for presenting this season in #BioTech 🎧 bigeasyideas.com
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The Idea Village reposted this
⚡DATE CHANGE!! UPDATE YOUR CALENDARS!⚡ Due to the Labor Day holiday weekend, we are pushing back the next⚡#StartupNOLANow #Meetup⚡ to Tuesday, September 10, 5pm to 7pm, at the #Broadside for an early Fall ecosystem social and program. As always, registration is strongly encouraged; complimentary light bites and drinks will be served; and all are welcome. Help us to spread the word! ⚡ Date & Time: Tuesday, September 10, 2024, 5pm to 7pm ⚡ Location: The Broadside, 600 N Broad St, New Orleans, LA 70119 ⚡Description: From Idea to Impact: Navigating I-Corps and SBIR Programs for Business Development, Funding, and Success. ⚡Speaker #1: Customer discovery with Jacob Clemmons of LSU Innovation. Jacob will discuss customer discovery and finding product market fit from the perspective of I-Corps programs. ⚡Speaker #2: Early-stage funding strategies with Hutch Hutcherson of the Louisiana Technology Transfer Office (LTTO). Hutch will discuss funding strategies with an emphasis on non-dilutive funding such as Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) awards. ⚡Register Here: https://lnkd.in/ggwhWSSK #startupnola #nola #startup #startups #gno #ecosystem #ecosystembuilding #louisiana #innovation #founders #funders #investors #vc #venturecapital #funding #accelerator #incubator #eso #scaleup #entrepreneurs #entrepreneurship #nolainnovation #innovatenola Startup NOLA
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The Idea Village reposted this
Are you a Louisiana-headquartered startup raising funding between now and year-end? Apply by September 3, 2024, for a chance to pitch to four angel groups simultaneously during a private session on Wednesday, Sept 18, 2:30pm - 4:00pm, with the Gulf South Angels, Red Stick Angel Network, NewLouisianaAngelFund3, and Flamingo Funders. Thank you to New Orleans BioInnovation Center for serving as our venue and providing food and beverage. Criteria for startups: - Startups either have not yet raised any funds (track 1) or have raised less than $500K (track 2) - Startups must be headquartered in Louisiana - Startups may or may not be revenue-positive - Startups must be actively raising funds between now and YE 2024 - 8 startups will pitch for 8 minutes each (no Q&A) - September 3 – Deadline to apply to pitch - September 3-10 – Angel Groups review period - September 10 – Selected startups invited to pitch (with optional coaching) - September 18 – Closed Pitch Session + Networking (2:30pm - 4:00pm) Apply: https://hubs.ly/Q02MnKbT0
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LAST CALL 📢 The IDEAinstitute Fall 2024 application deadline has been extended to next week, Monday, September 2nd, at midnight! Countless great applications have been submitted, and there's still time for more founders to apply: https://lnkd.in/g8Ztpybe
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The Idea Village reposted this
Applications are open for the Fall 2024 IDEAinstitute cohort – an idea-stage accelerator that introduces innovative entrepreneurs and aspiring startup founders to the tools they need to turn an idea into a scalable venture. Applications close THIS Tuesday, August 27th. Learn more & apply: https://lnkd.in/g8k7XWrR
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IDEAinstitute has been led by Dr. Felipe Massa since its debut. Dr. Massa has significant expertise in idea-stage startups. Dr. Valencia Belle - pictured here - CEO & founder of S.C.H.O.O.L.S. Program, participated in both IDEAinstitute & VILLAGEx. In 2023, Dr. Belle achieved over $400K in sales through bootstrapping and is currently on track to earn $1M. Deadline to apply is next Tuesday, August 27th! https://lnkd.in/g8Ztpybe
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Exciting news! Ochsner Health announces $10M Ochsner Louisiana Innovation Fund, dedicated to investing in early-stage health companies in Louisiana. This partnership with Louisiana Economic Development drives innovation, job creation, and improves healthcare access, strengthening Louisiana’s economy & ecosystem. Read more: ochsner.org/ventures/funds
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The Idea Village reposted this
The Olivia Pope of SaaS | Podcast Host | Speaker | Founder The Missing Piece & HopeDealers.io I Mom of 4 | ForbesBLK➜ Using principles of ABA to increase Sales & Build relationships
Last year Nikki Carney and I set out with The Idea Village to really bring our vision with The Missing Piece App to life. We enrolled in the 10 week accelerator where we built upon identifying our first customer to learning to pitch our business. I've met some of the most incredible entrepreneurs and been introduced to resources and community that has been supportive, collaborative, and truly instrumental into the space we are currently in. If you have an idea or you're in the early stages of your business and want to take it a step further click the link below and start shooting your shot!!! Ready to bring your startup idea to life? Apply for the Fall 2024 IDEAinstitute cohort – an idea-stage accelerator that introduces innovative entrepreneurs & aspiring startup founders to the tools they need to turn an idea into a scalable venture. Applications close on Tuesday, August 27th. Learn more & apply:
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IDEAinstitute alumni have reported raising over $8M in capital following their completion of the program & it all started with an idea! Apply now: https://lnkd.in/g8Ztpybe
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