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SUMMARY:MPI Sustainability Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Help tackle hard-to-recycle plastics\, including polystyrene\, PVC\, PET\, films\, and plastic bags. Choose your track. Create a scalable and market-ready solution in the Innovation Track\, or turn plastic waste into powerful artwork in the Art Track. This challenge is your chance to rethink plastic\, reduce landfill impact\, and show how creativity and innovation can drive sustainability. \nLocation: Mississippi Polymer Institute\, 46 Shelby Thames Dr\, Hattiesburg\, MS 39402\nDate and time: Feb 23\, 3:00 PM – Mar 6\, 3:00 PM \nRegister Here
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CATEGORIES:Summit
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SUMMARY:CONNECT: Networking for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:CONNECT is an opportunity for entrepreneurs\, mentors\, investors and anyone interested in entrepreneurship and innovation to network and form meaningful relationships. \nCONNECT is held the first Thursday of every month from 4:30 -6:30 pm. This month we will be meeting at the Fertile Ground\, 800 Manship St.\, Jackson\, MS. \nJoin us at Fertile Ground and enjoy a cash bar and plenty of food options available for purchase while you connect. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRegister here \nFertile Ground:\n800 Manship Street #Suite 101 Jackson\, MS 39202
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LOCATION:Fertile Ground Beer Co.\, 800 Manship St Suite 101\, Jackson\, MS\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Connect,Jackson
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260310
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260313
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SUMMARY:3rd Coast Venture Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Gulf South\, known as the 3rd Coast\, is an emerging center of venture activity where experienced talent and global-caliber resources fuel the next generation of high-growth companies. \nEncompassing Texas\, Louisiana\, Mississippi\, Alabama\, and Florida\, the 3rd Coast is establishing itself alongside the East and West coasts as a credible\, investable startup region. \n3rd Coast Venture Summit convenes founders\, investors\, and corporate partners at the center of this momentum\, creating a focused environment for connection\, capital\, and scale. \nLearn more- https://3rdcoastventuresummit.com
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CATEGORIES:Summit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T190000
DTSTAMP:20260816T144745
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T182115Z
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SUMMARY:FoundersPlus Spring Cohort – Now Accepting Applications
DESCRIPTION:Applications Open: Monday\, February 23\nApplications Close: Friday\, March 6 at 8:00 AM\nProgram Kickoff: Wednesday\, March 11 at 6:00 PM\n\nFoundersPlus will meet each Wednesday virtually at 6:00 PM from March 11 through April 8 (five consecutive weeks). \n\n\nThis structured webinar series is designed to help early-stage founders gain clarity\, traction\, and momentum as they build and grow their ventures. \nApplication link: https://airtable.com/appA3cnVKTqDfNuMC/pagyxhbct4Xd2zuT9/form
URL:https://innovate2redesign.securehost.services/event/foundersplus-spring-cohort-now-accepting-applications/
CATEGORIES:Launch/Startup Challenges
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T150000
DTSTAMP:20260816T144745
CREATED:20260319T160215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T160215Z
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SUMMARY:Canva Basics for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:A hands-on class that shows you how to design simple\, eye-catching graphics using Canva. Create a flyer or social post from scratch and work on a design you’re proud to share. No experience needed—computers provided\, or bring your own laptop \nRegister here: https://www.beanpath.org/event-details/canva-basics-for-beginners-day-class-1-3pm-10
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CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T183000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T155056Z
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SUMMARY:Hattiesburg CONNECT
DESCRIPTION:Want to grow your business and connect with other entrepreneurs? Come network at our CONNECT event\, a monthly informal gathering designed for startups and entrepreneurs in our area. This is a casual\, come-as-you-are atmosphere where you can gain insight\, meet potential collaborators\, and tap into local resources to help move your business forward. \nWhether you’re just starting out or looking to scale\, this is your chance to exchange ideas\, tackle challenges\, and build relationships with people who understand the entrepreneurial journey. \nMake connections\, seek and give guidance\, and strengthen the local startup community on Thursday\, March 19th at 4:30 PM at Mahogany Bar in Hattiesburg\, MS. \nCONNECT is brought to you collaboratively by the Mississippi Polymer Institute (MPI) at USM\, which offers hands-on support and technical expertise for inventors and businesses\, and by Innovate Mississippi\, the state’s driver for entrepreneurial growth. \nRSVP HERE: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/7f87d494-00bc-49c6-923d-d1f8079921bf
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CATEGORIES:Connect
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260326
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SUMMARY:IDEA Institute
DESCRIPTION:Got a startup idea—or ready to take your business to scale? Applications are now open for the Spring 2026 IDEAinstitute cohort at The Idea Village. \nIDEAinstitute is a 12-week hybrid accelerator for early-stage entrepreneurs ready to level up. Whether you’re refining a new concept or finally bringing that idea to life\, this program gives you the structure\, support\, and startup fundamentals to launch with confidence. \nWhat you’ll get:\n✅ Weekly founder sessions & 1:1 coaching\n✅ Tools and frameworks to launch a scalable venture\n✅ Training in the Lean Startup Method\n✅ A shot at Spring Pitch Night\n✅ A community of founders\, investors\, and mentors \nAlumni have gone on to raise funding\, grow revenue\, and join later-stage accelerators—starting with the foundation they built in IDEAinstitute. \nApply by March 25\, 2026 by submitting a founder profile here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDjiG1_lG4CElu4TD9GZQUdHaK1ALQJ-f5ZAyO-OstpmKbgg/viewform?mc_cid=2d84e3e571&mc_eid=5e1a4a661f
URL:https://innovate2redesign.securehost.services/event/idea-institute/
CATEGORIES:Launch/Startup Challenges
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T215851Z
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SUMMARY:MSU at MCity Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the DAWG Tank 2026 Pitch Event for a high-energy event where founders pitch their businesses\, compete for cash prizes\, and connect with Mississippi’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. This event is part of Mississippi’s statewide pitch network\, powered by Innovate Mississippi and the Mississippi Small Business Development Center Network\, bringing together entrepreneurs from across the state. \nThe competition features two pitch tracks—Scalable Business and Traditional Business—and is one of eight regional pitch events held statewide\, with over $200\,000 in total prize money available across all eight events. Participants gain access to experienced mentors\, receive valuable feedback from judges\, and ventures with high-growth potential may be invited to join Innovate Mississippi’s CoBuilders Accelerator\, beginning August 2026. \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number SSBCI-21034-0003 awarded to Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
URL:https://innovate2redesign.securehost.services/event/msu-at-mcity-pitch-competition/
LOCATION:MCITY Vicksburg\, 1622 Washington St\, Vicksburg\, MS\, 39180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Vicksburg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T130000
DTSTAMP:20260816T144745
CREATED:20260323T192723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T214608Z
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SUMMARY:Financing to Fit your Business
DESCRIPTION:The wrong money can cost you more than no money at all\, and chasing the wrong money costs you your time. High-growth companies must align their financing strategy with their stage\, business model\, and long-term vision. In this webinar\, Tony Jeff of Innovate Mississippi will break down debt\, equity\, and alternative funding options and share what investors truly look for when evaluating opportunities. Whether you’re scaling a venture-backed startup or building a strong growth company\, you’ll learn how to pursue capital strategically. \nRegister here: \n\nhttps://startupspace.app/v2/dynamic-survey/view/402/10676\n\n \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number SSBCI-21034-0003 awarded to Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
URL:https://innovate2redesign.securehost.services/event/financing-to-fit-your-business/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T170000
DTSTAMP:20260816T144745
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T155752Z
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SUMMARY:MSBDCN event - Get Expert Help on Your Business Plan Today
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to move your business plan forward—together. \nJoin us for this no-cost\, live webinar led by Mississippi SBDC Network counselors\, where you’ll get practical guidance and personalized support to help you regain momentum and confidently continue building your business plan. \nDeveloping a business plan is one of the most important challenges you will face as an entrepreneur. The process of developing a good business plan requires an understanding and appreciation for the tools required to do it right. \nThis workshop was developed to guide you through that process and give you a hands-on systematic way to develop an outline\, investigate and evaluate the resources and create a draft of your own business plan. In this workshop\, we’ll show you how to: \n\nResearch and analyze the individual components needed for a business plan\nApply skills to create a business plan for different audiences\, including investor\nand banks.\nExplain the purpose and future of your business in easy to understand terms\nDescribe your marketing\, sales\, and planning strategies and more\nLearn how your finished plan should look in this live webinar!\n\nLive Q&A session! Write your business planning questions down in advance\, to ask them during the webinar. \nSpeaker(s): \nApril Williams\, Mississippi SBDC \nDr. Alex White ED.D\, Training Specialist \nREGISTRATIONS ENDS 24 HOURS BEFORE THE EVENT! SIGN UP TODAY! \nLearn More
URL:https://innovate2redesign.securehost.services/event/mississippi-sbdc-network-webinar-finish-writing-your-business-plan/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T162023Z
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SUMMARY:CONNECT: Networking for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:CONNECT is an opportunity for entrepreneurs\, mentors\, investors and anyone interested in entrepreneurship and innovation to network and form meaningful relationships. \nCONNECT is held the first Thursday of every month from 4:30 -6:30 pm. This month we will be meeting at the Fertile Ground\, 800 Manship St.\, Jackson\, MS. \nJoin us at Fertile Ground and enjoy a cash bar and plenty of food options available for purchase while you connect. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRegister here \nFertile Ground:\n800 Manship Street #Suite 101 Jackson\, MS 39202
URL:https://innovate2redesign.securehost.services/event/connect-networking-for-entrepreneurs-33/
LOCATION:Fertile Ground Beer Co.\, 800 Manship St Suite 101\, Jackson\, MS\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Connect,Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T183000
DTSTAMP:20260816T144746
CREATED:20260209T231000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T220335Z
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SUMMARY:Mississippi State E-Center Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Mississippi State E-Center Pitch Competition for a high-energy event where founders pitch their businesses\, compete for cash prizes\, and connect with Mississippi’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. This event is part of Mississippi’s statewide pitch network\, powered by Innovate Mississippi and the Mississippi Small Business Development Center Network\, bringing together entrepreneurs from across the state. \nThe competition features two pitch tracks—Scalable Business and Traditional Business—and is one of eight regional pitch events held statewide\, with over $200\,000 in total prize money available across all eight events. Participants gain access to experienced mentors\, receive valuable feedback from judges\, and ventures with high-growth potential may be invited to join Innovate Mississippi’s CoBuilders Accelerator\, beginning August 2026. \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number SSBCI-21034-0003 awarded to Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) by the U.S. Department of the Treasury. \nLearn more: https://ecenter.msstate.edu/startupsummit/
URL:https://innovate2redesign.securehost.services/event/mississippi-state-e-center-pitch-competition/
LOCATION:The Mill at MSU\, 600 Russell St\, Starkville\, MS\, 39759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Starkville
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T160000
DTSTAMP:20260816T144746
CREATED:20260209T230814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T220934Z
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SUMMARY:Mississippi Polymer Institute Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Mississippi Polymer Institute Pitch Competition for a high-energy event where founders pitch their businesses\, compete for cash prizes\, and connect with Mississippi’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. This event is part of Mississippi’s statewide pitch network\, powered by Innovate Mississippi and the Mississippi Small Business Development Center Network\, bringing together entrepreneurs from across the state. \nThe competition features two pitch tracks—Scalable Business and Traditional Business—and is one of eight regional pitch events held statewide\, with over $200\,000 in total prize money available across all eight events. Participants gain access to experienced mentors\, receive valuable feedback from judges\, and ventures with high-growth potential may be invited to join Innovate Mississippi’s CoBuilders Accelerator\, beginning August 2026. \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number SSBCI-21034-0003 awarded to Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
URL:https://innovate2redesign.securehost.services/event/mississippi-polymer-institute-pitch-competition-2/
LOCATION:Mississippi Polymer Institute\, 46 Shelby Thames Drive\, Hattiesburg\, MS\, 39402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hattiesburg
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260506
DTSTAMP:20260816T144746
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SUMMARY:The BeanPath Pitch Competiton
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the BeanPath Pitch Event for a high-energy event where founders pitch their businesses\, compete for cash prizes\, and connect with Mississippi’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. This event is part of Mississippi’s statewide pitch network\, powered by Innovate Mississippi and the Mississippi Small Business Development Center Network\, bringing together entrepreneurs from across the state. \nThe competition features two pitch tracks—Scalable Business and Traditional Business—and is one of eight regional pitch events held statewide\, with over $200\,000 in total prize money available across all eight events. Participants gain access to experienced mentors\, receive valuable feedback from judges\, and ventures with high-growth potential may be invited to join Innovate Mississippi’s CoBuilders Accelerator\, beginning August 2026. \nApply Here: https://airtable.com/appEXKLwQ5oSAorxH/pagcvoz5weGfz0lhX/form \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number SSBCI-21034-0003 awarded to Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
URL:https://innovate2redesign.securehost.services/event/the-beanpath-pitch-competiton/
LOCATION:The Bean Path Makerspace\, 451 N Gallatin Street\, Jackson\, MS\, 39203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T183000
DTSTAMP:20260816T144746
CREATED:20251126T162140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T162140Z
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SUMMARY:CONNECT: Networking for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:CONNECT is an opportunity for entrepreneurs\, mentors\, investors and anyone interested in entrepreneurship and innovation to network and form meaningful relationships. \nCONNECT is held the first Thursday of every month from 4:30 -6:30 pm. This month we will be meeting at the Fertile Ground\, 800 Manship St.\, Jackson\, MS. \nJoin us at Fertile Ground and enjoy a cash bar and plenty of food options available for purchase while you connect. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRegister here \nFertile Ground:\n800 Manship Street #Suite 101 Jackson\, MS 39202
URL:https://innovate2redesign.securehost.services/event/connect-networking-for-entrepreneurs-34/
LOCATION:Fertile Ground Beer Co.\, 800 Manship St Suite 101\, Jackson\, MS\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Connect,Jackson
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260520
DTSTAMP:20260816T144746
CREATED:20260317T170601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T221334Z
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SUMMARY:StartUp Gulf Coast 2026 Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the StartUp Gulf Coast 2026 Pitch Competition for a high-energy event where founders pitch their businesses\, compete for cash prizes\, and connect with Mississippi’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. This event is part of Mississippi’s statewide pitch network\, powered by Innovate Mississippi and the Mississippi Small Business Development Center Network\, bringing together entrepreneurs from across the state. \nThe competition features two pitch tracks—Scalable Business and Traditional Business—and is one of eight regional pitch events held statewide\, with over $200\,000 in total prize money available across all eight events. Participants gain access to experienced mentors\, receive valuable feedback from judges\, and ventures with high-growth potential may be invited to join Innovate Mississippi’s CoBuilders Accelerator\, beginning August 2026. \nReady to take the stage? Apply now! \nDeadline: April 12 \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number SSBCI-21034-0003 awarded to Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
URL:https://innovate2redesign.securehost.services/event/startup-gulf-coast-2026-pitch-competition/
LOCATION:Lynn Meadows Discovery Center\, 246 Dolan Ave\, Gulfport\, MS\, 39507\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gulf Coast,Pitch Competition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260604T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260604T183000
DTSTAMP:20260816T144746
CREATED:20251126T162439Z
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SUMMARY:CONNECT: Networking for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:CONNECT is an opportunity for entrepreneurs\, mentors\, investors and anyone interested in entrepreneurship and innovation to network and form meaningful relationships. \nCONNECT is held the first Thursday of every month from 4:30 -6:30 pm. This month we will be meeting at the Fertile Ground\, 800 Manship St.\, Jackson\, MS. \nJoin us at Fertile Ground and enjoy a cash bar and plenty of food options available for purchase while you connect. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRegister here \nFertile Ground:\n800 Manship Street #Suite 101 Jackson\, MS 39202
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LOCATION:Fertile Ground Beer Co.\, 800 Manship St Suite 101\, Jackson\, MS\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Connect,Jackson
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260611
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260612
DTSTAMP:20260816T144746
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T221453Z
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SUMMARY:Oxford Lafayette Incorporated Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the OLinc Pitch Competition in Oxford for a high-energy event where founders pitch their businesses\, compete for cash prizes\, and connect with Mississippi’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. This event is part of Mississippi’s statewide pitch network\, powered by Innovate Mississippi and the Mississippi Small Business Development Center Network\, bringing together entrepreneurs from across the state. \nThe competition features two pitch tracks—Scalable Business and Traditional Business—and is one of eight regional pitch events held statewide\, with over $200\,000 in total prize money available across all eight events. Participants gain access to experienced mentors\, receive valuable feedback from judges\, and ventures with high-growth potential may be invited to join Innovate Mississippi’s CoBuilders Accelerator\, beginning August 2026. \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number SSBCI-21034-0003 awarded to Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
URL:https://innovate2redesign.securehost.services/event/oxford-lafayette-incorporated-pitch-competition/
LOCATION:Oxford Conference Center\, 102 Ed Perry Blvd\, Oxford\, MS\, 38655\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oxford,Pitch Competition
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SUMMARY:The Community Development Foundation Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Community Foundation Pitch Competition for a high-energy event where founders pitch their businesses\, compete for cash prizes\, and connect with Mississippi’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. This event is part of Mississippi’s statewide pitch network\, powered by Innovate Mississippi and the Mississippi Small Business Development Center Network\, bringing together entrepreneurs from across the state. \nThe competition features two pitch tracks—Scalable Business and Traditional Business—and is one of eight regional pitch events held statewide\, with over $200\,000 in total prize money available across all eight events. Participants gain access to experienced mentors\, receive valuable feedback from judges\, and ventures with high-growth potential may be invited to join Innovate Mississippi’s CoBuilders Accelerator\, beginning August 2026. \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number SSBCI-21034-0003 awarded to Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
URL:https://innovate2redesign.securehost.services/event/the-community-development-foundation-pitch-competition-2/
LOCATION:Renasant Center for Ideas\, 398 E Main St\, Tupelo\, MS\, 38804\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pitch Competition,Tupelo
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260625
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SUMMARY:Sloss.Tech/Ideas Southeast Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:Funded by a grant from the Regions Foundation \n  \nSloss.Tech/Ideas is a platform for early-stage companies in the Southeast U.S. to present their groundbreaking solutions in Agtech and foodtech; Healthtech and biotech; Talent and Productivity Tech; and Emerging tech to investors and industry experts. \n  \nWhen: \nWednesday\, June 24th\, 2026 \n  \nLocation: \nLyric Theatre \n1800 3rd Avenue North \nBirmingham\, AL 35203 \n  \nWhy Apply to Sloss.Tech/Ideas? \n$135\,000 in total prizes\, including a $100\,000 Best in Show Grand PrizeAt least 25% of finalists walk away with cash prizes$375 travel stipend for every finalist company to support participationVIP access to Sloss Tech\, unlocking curated exposure to investors\, customers\, partners\, and collaborators across the SoutheastPre-event and on-site pitch coaching to sharpen your story before you step on stageHigh-signal founder-funder touchpoints\, including the Startup Showcase and Founders & Funders programming \nProof point: 100% of finalists in Year 1 reported meeting at least one investor\, customer\, or partner they planned to follow up with after the conference. \nIf you’re a Southeast-based early-stage founder looking for capital\, credibility\, and real conversations that move your company forward\, Sloss.Tech/Ideas is built for you. \n  \nCategories \nSloss.Tech/Ideas\, funded by a grant from the Regions Foundation\, is currently accepting applications from startups from the Southeast\, focusing on the following technology. \n  \nAgtech and Foodtech \nInnovative technologies and solutions transforming agriculture\, aquaculture\, and food industries\, with an emphasis on sustainability\, efficiency\, and resilience. This includes advances in genomics-improved crop varieties\, cold storage capacity\, eco-friendly bio-stimulants\, and innovations in food processing and supply chain resilience. Cutting-edge methods like hydroponics\, vertical farming\, and precision agriculture enable growers to enhance productivity and address emerging challenges while exploring opportunities in Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) and value-added food manufacturing. \n  \nHealthtech and Biotech \nInnovative technologies revolutionizing healthcare\, biotechnology\, and life sciences by advancing biopharmaceutical manufacturing\, regenerative medicine\, and clinical trials with diverse populations. This category also highlights breakthroughs in diagnostics\, bioinformatics\, and synthetic biology\, supported by workforce training and technology transfer. These innovations foster collaboration and growth in fields like drug development\, medical devices\, and environmental health. \n  \nTalent and Productivity Tech \nTechnologies that power how work is organized\, managed\, and delivered across modern organizations. This category includes platforms that support hiring\, workforce planning\, training\, scheduling\, compliance\, productivity\, and performance across a wide range of industries. Solutions often leverage data\, automation\, and AI to help organizations and workers operate more efficiently\, adapt to changing skill demands\, and succeed in evolving models of work. \n  \nEmerging Tech \nInnovative technologies at the forefront of industry transformation\, serving as a home for startups that defy traditional categories. This includes advancements in artificial intelligence\, machine learning\, internet of things (IoT)\, software as a service (SaaS)\, edtech\, fintech\, and Tech for Good initiatives. It also spans breakthroughs in chemical manufacturing\, advanced engineering\, forestry innovations\, clean energy\, and sustainability solutions. From real-time monitoring and smart infrastructure to energy-efficient data centers and sustainable materials\, these technologies enhance connectivity\, drive automation\, and address global challenges. This category captures pioneering ideas shaping the future of tech and tech-enabled industries\, bridging the gap between emerging needs and innovative solutions. \nSloss Tech will accept applications from February 3rd\, 2026\, to April 10th\, 2026. To learn more and apply\, click HERE.
URL:https://innovate2redesign.securehost.services/event/sloss-tech-ideas-southeast-pitch-competition/
CATEGORIES:Pitch Competition
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SUMMARY:CONNECT: Networking for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:CONNECT is an opportunity for entrepreneurs\, mentors\, investors and anyone interested in entrepreneurship and innovation to network and form meaningful relationships. \nCONNECT is held the first Thursday of every month from 4:30 -6:30 pm. This month we will be meeting at the Fertile Ground\, 800 Manship St.\, Jackson\, MS. \nJoin us at Fertile Ground and enjoy a cash bar and plenty of food options available for purchase while you connect. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRegister here \nFertile Ground:\n800 Manship Street #Suite 101 Jackson\, MS 39202
URL:https://innovate2redesign.securehost.services/event/connect-networking-for-entrepreneurs-37/
LOCATION:Fertile Ground Beer Co.\, 800 Manship St Suite 101\, Jackson\, MS\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Connect,Jackson
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SUMMARY:CONNECT: Networking for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:CONNECT is an opportunity for entrepreneurs\, mentors\, investors and anyone interested in entrepreneurship and innovation to network and form meaningful relationships. \nCONNECT is held the first Thursday of every month from 4:30 -6:30 pm. This month we will be meeting at the Fertile Ground\, 800 Manship St.\, Jackson\, MS. \nJoin us at Fertile Ground and enjoy a cash bar and plenty of food options available for purchase while you connect. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRegister here \nFertile Ground:\n800 Manship Street #Suite 101 Jackson\, MS 39202
URL:https://innovate2redesign.securehost.services/event/connect-networking-for-entrepreneurs-38/
LOCATION:Fertile Ground Beer Co.\, 800 Manship St Suite 101\, Jackson\, MS\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Connect,Jackson
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SUMMARY:CONNECT: Networking for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:CONNECT is an opportunity for entrepreneurs\, mentors\, investors and anyone interested in entrepreneurship and innovation to network and form meaningful relationships. \nCONNECT is held the first Thursday of every month from 4:30 -6:30 pm. This month we will be meeting at the Fertile Ground\, 800 Manship St.\, Jackson\, MS. \nJoin us at Fertile Ground and enjoy a cash bar and plenty of food options available for purchase while you connect. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRegister here \nFertile Ground:\n800 Manship Street #Suite 101 Jackson\, MS 39202
URL:https://innovate2redesign.securehost.services/event/connect-networking-for-entrepreneurs-39/
LOCATION:Fertile Ground Beer Co.\, 800 Manship St Suite 101\, Jackson\, MS\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Connect,Jackson
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SUMMARY:CONNECT: Networking for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:CONNECT is an opportunity for entrepreneurs\, mentors\, investors and anyone interested in entrepreneurship and innovation to network and form meaningful relationships. \nCONNECT is held the first Thursday of every month from 4:30 -6:30 pm. This month we will be meeting at the Fertile Ground\, 800 Manship St.\, Jackson\, MS. \nJoin us at Fertile Ground and enjoy a cash bar and plenty of food options available for purchase while you connect. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRegister here \nFertile Ground:\n800 Manship Street #Suite 101 Jackson\, MS 39202
URL:https://innovate2redesign.securehost.services/event/connect-networking-for-entrepreneurs-40/
LOCATION:Fertile Ground Beer Co.\, 800 Manship St Suite 101\, Jackson\, MS\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Connect,Jackson
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SUMMARY:CONNECT: Networking for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:CONNECT is an opportunity for entrepreneurs\, mentors\, investors and anyone interested in entrepreneurship and innovation to network and form meaningful relationships. \nCONNECT is held the first Thursday of every month from 4:30 -6:30 pm. This month we will be meeting at the Fertile Ground\, 800 Manship St.\, Jackson\, MS. \nJoin us at Fertile Ground and enjoy a cash bar and plenty of food options available for purchase while you connect. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRegister here \nFertile Ground:\n800 Manship Street #Suite 101 Jackson\, MS 39202
URL:https://innovate2redesign.securehost.services/event/connect-networking-for-entrepreneurs-41/
LOCATION:Fertile Ground Beer Co.\, 800 Manship St Suite 101\, Jackson\, MS\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Connect,Jackson
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