How to Build a Robust STEM Startup Community in SECT
The Whiteboard Startup Roadshow Presents: How To Build A Robust STEM Startup Community in Southeastern Connecticut
Presented in partnership with the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT
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Southeastern Connecticut has been identified as an area of the state that has great potential for growth in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) arena. However, support resources, as well as a sense of general community cohesion, are needed to grow and support this important economic cluster.
The first step toward building a robust community for high-growth STEM startups is to convene the entrepreneurs and supporters who will benefit from its creation. To get this conversation into play, Independent Software, producers of The Whiteboard Startup Roadshow, is bringing together the key constituents who will:
Present the critical ingredients found in other successful startup communities and discuss why and how entrepreneurs benefit from being a part of a greater community
Share the resources that Connecticut’s startup ecosystem offers, including the CURE Innovation Commons space under construction at Pfizer’s Groton campus
Lead a town hall type discussion that captures ideas, concerns and priorities that can plant the seeds for future community building efforts
Ideal participants for this discussion include principals of startup businesses in the STEM disciplines and experienced entrepreneurs who can share their personal challenges and experiences of what it takes to start a business in Connecticut.
Moderated by:
Tim Coates, Program Manager, Economic Development, IBM Corporate Citizenship
Panelists:
Susan Froshauer, President and CEO, CURE
Derek Koch, Independent Software
Kevin Logan, MACSEA, Ltd. and Body Biolytics
Bob Gorman, Founder, Applied Physical Sciences
Date and Time
Thursday Sep 4, 2014
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM EDT
5:30: Check-In, Networking, Appetizers and Drinks
6:15: Panel Discussion with Moderator
7:00: Open forum/ Q&A
8:00: Wrap up
Location
Applied Physical Sciences
475 Bridge Street
Kingsbridge Square, Suite 100
Groton, CT
Fees/Admission
$10 per person