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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Join us for the next Startup NOLA Now on July 9th at The Shop At The CAC! There will be an overview of the newly rebranded Gulf South Angels, formerly NOLA Angel Network- a premier angel investment network dedicated to fostering growth and innovation across the Gulf South region. #NOLAEntrepreneurship Register Now: https://bit.ly/3zae2JB
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This weekend, Essence Festival proudly celebrated its 30th year in New Orleans. Essence Magazine’s marquee celebration, held during the first weekend of each July, is a beloved tradition that embodies the heart and soul of New Orleans, drawing visitors from all over the world. This year the event marked three decades of celebrating African American culture, music, and community. Essence Festival is also a major economic boost for the New Orleans region. Over 250,000 people attend the festivities, bringing an economic impact of over $300,000,000. Read More: https://bit.ly/3Y1DD1E
Last month, the IDEAinstitute Spring 2024 cohort wrapped up our 10-week program! 💡 Five selected companies showcased their learnings at Pitch Night. Ready to join the next cohort? Learn more & apply now at https://lnkd.in/g8Ztpybe
🎨 Join us for an exciting conversation on how NFTs and other market innovations are revolutionizing the way artists engage with their fans and customers! Angélique R., Erin Frankenheimer, Terrance Osborne, and Lindsey Roussel explore the future of art and fan interaction. 🎙️ 🎧 bigeasyideas.com
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✨ Dive into the next level of live performances! 🎶 Join Otura Mun of ÌFÉ, blending Cuban hand drumming with modern sampling, & Everett Woods, Chief of Partnerships & Experience at Rypplzz, a spatial computing company; in a captivating discussion with moderator Lou Hill. Discover how technology is reshaping live events and creating deeper, more immersive experiences. 🎧 bigeasyideas.com
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Join The Idea Village alumni, including bEHR Health Systems, Inc., Kinkz Hair Products, KMBOOBIES, & more, at ESSENCE Fest! Are you planning to attend ESSENCE Fest, or know of an entrepreneurial event you think should be shared with our network? Comment below or DM us the details!
Join The Idea Village alumni, including bEHR Health Systems, Inc., Kinkz Hair Products, KMBOOBIES, & more, at ESSENCE Fest! Are you planning to attend ESSENCE Fest, or know of an entrepreneurial event you think should be shared with our network? Comment below or DM us the details!
✨ Dive into the next level of live performances! 🎶 Join Otura Mun of ÌFÉ, blending Cuban hand drumming with modern sampling, & Everett Woods, Chief of Partnerships & Experience at Rypplzz, a spatial computing company; in a captivating discussion with moderator Lou Hill. Discover how technology is reshaping live events and creating deeper, more immersive experiences. 🎧 bigeasyideas.com
IDEAfuel aims to address BIPOC-founded startups' significant shortage of support and capital as they navigate the early stages of going to market. Learn more here: ideavillage.org/ideafuel ⬅️
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Check out our latest news about our Co-Founder and CEO Amber Bonner as she takes Top Prize at IDEAinstitute's Pitch Night Competition! #Startup #Accelerator #PitchCompetition #Zokyo #IdeaVillage