[Jackson, Miss.] Innovate Mississippi is pleased to announce the Accelerate 2024 Conference, celebrating 25 years of dedicated service to building a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem in Mississippi. The Accelerate conference takes place November 19-20, 2024, bringing together startup founders, investors, and business leaders from across the state to explore innovative solutions and…

Seven companies successfully pitched their product concepts on May 31, 2024 with the hope of winning a total of $10,000 in cash prizes and a seat in the statewide Innovate Mississippi CoBuilders Accelerator program. The Top 3 will be announced on June 6 at this award ceremony. On June 6,…

Through its CoBuilders initiative, Innovate Mississippi seeks to fuel innovation and growth across the state. This spring, CoBuilders Region Partners hosted five exciting pitch events across the state, highlighting our communities' ingenuity and entrepreneurial spirit. Let's celebrate the winners and the impact these events have had on Mississippi's startup ecosystem.…

Eight companies are collectively preparing to pitch their product concepts on May 31, 2024 with the hope of winning cash and a seat in the statewide Innovate Mississippi CoBuilders Accelerator program. The Meeting Place and Innovate Mississippi are excited to announce the official kick off of the 2024 MS Gulf…

The Innovate Mississippi team recently participated in the MSU Startup Summit, an event that showcased the entrepreneurial spirit thriving within Mississippi's ecosystem. This annual summit serves as a launchpad for student founders, providing a platform to pitch their ideas, connect with mentors, and secure funding to bring their visions to…

In entrepreneurship, community and collaboration are critical for success! Innovate Mississippi’s CoBuilders accelerator is designed to empower startups and entrepreneurs by providing the tools and resources they need to thrive. Entrepreneurs can enroll in CoBuilders by participating in one of 8 regional pitch competitions in the first half of the…

Applications are now open for the 3rd annual business concept pitch competition on May 31, 2024. Competitors are eligible to win $10,000 in cash prizes and will be considered for a seat in the statewide Innovate Mississippi CoBuilders Accelerator program. MS Gulf Coast - April 5, 2024 The Meeting Place…

You know the adage: "It's who you know." Being an entrepreneur means committing to a life of challenges and triumphs. To succeed, it's good to know people who can help you on the journey. But these days, making connections that lead to more success as an entrepreneur seems even more…

The America's Seed Fund Road Tour is a nationwide initiative to link innovators and entrepreneurs with non-dilutive funding opportunities in technology offered through the SBIR/STTR programs. Running from February 7 to July 19, the in-person tour spans 16 states and territories, facilitating connections between innovators, entrepreneurs, and federal agencies before…

  Innovate Mississippi's CoBuilders Pitch Day on November 8, 2023, part of the Accelerate 2023 Conference, showcased various startups, each bringing unique and exciting ideas to the forefront of Mississippi's entrepreneurial landscape. The event at the Mississippi Museum of Art was a testament to the state's burgeoning innovation and technology…