May
18
5:30 PM17:30

Work in Tech on May 18th

Meet up with people who are currently working in NOLA Tech and those who want to join the fun!

Join us upstairs at NOLA Brewing on Thursday, May 18th from 5:30-7 PM for networking and beers.

For those working in tech already, join us early (5:00) for the industry only happy hour with fellow tech enthusiasts!

For seniors, graduates, or career switchers, join us at 5:30, this is a great opportunity to network and learn more about some great New Orleans tech companies.

Beer for those 21+

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

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May
11
5:00 PM17:00

Demo Day 2023

RSVP for DEMO DAY 2023 (RSVP HERE)

Join us for the culmination of this year's VILLAGEx accelerator program. Watch all 13 start-ups from the 2023 VILLAGEx cohort showcase their growth over the last 4 months and pitch live from The Civic Theater!

This special event is open to all interested in seeing the region's up and coming companies, making deep connections with the local start-up scene, and networking with fellow entrepreneurs, investors, business leaders, and more. You can expect to experience an evening of high-energy pitches, accompanied by music, light bites, and drinks!

View all 13 VILLAGEx 2023 startups that will be pitching

Time:

Doors Open | 5:00pm
Pitches Start | 6:00pm
Celebration/Afterparty | 7:30pm
Doors Close | 9:30pm

Location:
The Civic Theater
510 O'Keefe Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113

RSVP HERE.

Questions? Contact programs@ideavillage.org
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About The Idea Village

The Idea Village’s core belief is that entrepreneurship is an agent of social and economic change. As an early champion of entrepreneurship in New Orleans, the organization has played an integral role in catalyzing the city’s entrepreneurial movement. In addition to supporting over 16,000 entrepreneurs, The Idea Village has successfully elevated New Orleans’ reputation as a hub of innovation, entrepreneurship, and business. By serving as a catalyst and developing programs that provide direct support and education to founders and early-stage companies, The Idea Village helps entrepreneurs build innovative and industry-leading companies that generate revenue and jobs and help create a more vibrant, inclusive, and resilient local econom

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Mar
27
to Apr 1

New Orleans Entrepreneur Week (NOEW) 2023

New Orleans Entrepreneur Week (NOEW) 2023 is a 6-day entrepreneurial fest where startup founders, business leaders, aspiring entrepreneurs, industry experts, investors, and leaders come together to celebrate, learn, and network at the intersection of innovation and culture.

NOEW (pronounced, noh-wee!) will host expert-led sessions and activations that explore top industry trends across the Gulf Coast and beyond.

Now in its 12th year, NOEW has been an integral part of putting New Orleans “on the map” as a global thought leader and new center of gravity for creative entrepreneurship, technological innovation, and forward-thinking leadership.

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND GRAB YOUR PASS.

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Jan
26
5:30 PM17:30

Work in Tech

Meet up with people who are currently working in NOLA Tech and those who want to join the fun!

Join us upstairs at NOLA Brewing on Thursday, January 26 from 5:30-7 PM for networking and beers.

For those working in tech already, join us early (5:00) for the industry only happy hour with fellow tech enthusiasts!

For seniors, graduates, or career switchers, join us at 5:30, this is a great opportunity to learn more about non-technical positions at some great New Orleans tech companies.

Beer for those 21+

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

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Nov
10
5:30 PM17:30

IDEAinstitute: Pitch Night

We're inviting entrepreneurs, investorsstartup enthusiasts, and aspiring business owners across industries to join us at the culmination of The Idea Village’s Fall 2022 IDEAinstitute* cohort: Pitch Night.

At Pitch Night, you’ll have the opportunity to learn more about NOLA's entrepreneurial scene and engage with the region's newest emerging businesses. The companies who will be pitching went through a competitive selection process for a chance to win a cash prize to support their business’s next stage of growth. Reviewed by a panel of esteemed judges, companies will be evaluated on their company concept, market validation, and business model.

Pitch Night is an in-person event that will also offer a live stream option.

Registration for this event is coming soon .Sign-up for The Idea Village newsletter to get notified when registration is live for this event.

 *IDEAinstitute is a 10-week, idea-stage accelerator program that introduces innovative entrepreneurs and first time startup founders in the New Orleans and south Louisiana regions to the tools they need to turn an idea into a scalable venture. This program runs two times per year, one in spring and one in fall, and is currently taking interest in applications for the next upcoming cohort. 

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Oct
21
to Oct 22

Fresh Mint Fest

The Idea Village’s partner, Fresh Mint Fest, is inviting you to join us for a 2-day jam-packed weekend full of sessions ranging in Web3, music, technology, innovation, gaming, and so much more. Fresh Mint Fest will take place from October 21- 22 in the heart of New Orleans!

Learn more about the event and grab your ticket: www.freshmintfest.xyz

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Oct
18
to Oct 19

Angel Investor Training

Are you interested in becoming an angel investor? Do you believe more women should be empowered and equipped to invest in founders and startups? If yes, then now is the time to secure your spot for the Angel Investor Training on October 18th & October 19th to develop your skill and grow your network, alongside fellow rising angel investors. (Only 24 spots available!)

This training* will be led by a prolific angel investor, Gwen Edwards, Managing Director at Golden Seeds (and co-founder of the Golden Seeds Silicon Valley Chapter) and Chair of Angel Resource Institute, brought to you in partnership with The Idea Village.

*The training is built for anyone who is curious to begin their journey as an angel investor, with a special emphasis on bringing more women into angel investing; the training is also open to men who support women investors and women entrepreneurs.

*** Participants must meet the requirements of an ACCREDITED INVESTOR to take part in this training. Please visit this link to learn more about SEC guidelines and definition of accredited investors.


Learn more and secure your spot today: www.ideavillage.org/purchase/angel-investor-training


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Oct
6
5:30 PM17:30

Builders, Backers, + Brews: A Climate Tech Mini Challenge and Happy Hour

Join The Idea Village and Scale New Orleans for a mini-challenge aimed at promoting local climate-techinnovation that addresses critical needs in the GNO region.

During the event, teams will be paired up and put to the test to ideate and prototype a solution to an environmental issue in just an hour. The issue topic won’t be released until the night of the event.

Attendance to Builders, Backers, + Brews: A Climate Tech Mini Challenge and Happy Hour is free!

This event is intended for engineers, practitioners, and researchers with experience in energy, environmental, and climate-related industries — including experience in mechanical systems, offshore, coastal restoration and resiliency, AgTech, living resources, and industrial infrastructure.

Click here for more event information and to register.

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Sep
15
5:00 PM17:00

Work in Tech

Interested in Tech, but you’re not into being a developer? Join us to learn about non-technical positions in New Orleans Tech companies.

Learn about local tech companies ranging from startups to high-growth larger companies. Join us in NOLA Brewing’s new space on September 15th from 5-7 PM to network with people from RentCheck, Prokeep, Levelset, Align, Torsh, Rasa.io, Blue Cypress, PureSpectrum, and more! For seniors, graduates, or career switchers, this is a great opportunity to learn more about non-technical positions at some great New Orleans tech companies. For those working in tech already, join us for a happy hour with fellow tech enthusiasts!

Free beer for those 21+

Click here to register.

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Apr
8
9:00 AM09:00

Advisory Board #3

BypassLines (9 - 10 AM CT)
Spot2 Nite (9 - 10 AM CT)El Guapo ( 10 - 11 AM CT)
Skilltype ( 10 - 11 AM CT)Bloks (1-2 PM CT)
HookM (1-2 PM CT)
Something Borrowed Blooms (1-2 PM CT)Kinemagic (2 - 3 PM CT)
Broderickhampr (2 - 3 PM CT)

See calendar invites for zoom links.

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Mar
22
to Mar 26

NOEW

NOEW is the premier event celebrating the entrepreneurial spirit of our city, showcasing emerging trends and innovations, and strengthening New Orleans’ ties to the global business community. Produced by The Idea Village, NOEW features keynotes, pitch competitions, workshops, networking events, and panel discussions that support innovation and entrepreneurial thinking in the region.

Register Now.

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Mar
11
9:00 AM09:00

Advisory Board #2

BypassLines (9 - 10 AM CT)
Spot2 Nite (9 - 10 AM CT)El Guapo ( 10 - 11 AM CT)
Skilltype ( 10 - 11 AM CT)Bloks (1-2 PM CT)
HookM (1-2 PM CT)
Something Borrowed Blooms (2-3 PM CT)

Kinemagic (2 - 3 PM CT)
Broderick

hampr (2 - 3 PM CT)

See calendar invites for zoom links.

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