David Cohen

Pixspan Selected for Prestigious Techstars Space Accelerator Program

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Monday, June 7, 2021

Pixspan , Inc. provider of the fastest and easiest data acceleration for moving large data files of any type and size on-premise and to, from and within the Cloud is pleased to announce it has been selected by Techstars for its prestigious Los Angeles-based Space Accelerator program, which focuses on the next generation of commercial space technology companies and related frontier technologies.

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  • Pixspan , Inc. provider of the fastest and easiest data acceleration for moving large data files of any type and size on-premise and to, from and within the Cloud is pleased to announce it has been selected by Techstars for its prestigious Los Angeles-based Space Accelerator program, which focuses on the next generation of commercial space technology companies and related frontier technologies.
  • Given this is our first foray into this hyper-competitive industry, its a double whammy to be selected for Techstars and enter the market at the same time.
  • Participation in the accelerator program will allow Pixspan to advance its game-changing technology that is designed to empower satellite industry players.
  • The Techstars Space Accelerator has been helping entrepreneurs successfully navigate the space ecosystem since its first class in 2019.

Techstars Joins Forces With Tennessee Powerhouses to Bring the Techstars Industries of the Future Accelerator to Oak Ridge-Knoxville in 2022

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Thursday, June 3, 2021

In bringing these startups to Oak Ridge-Knoxville, the program will support and drive growth of the regions entrepreneurial ecosystem.

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  • In bringing these startups to Oak Ridge-Knoxville, the program will support and drive growth of the regions entrepreneurial ecosystem.
  • The chief executives of the three partners will discuss the accelerator today at the Tennessee Valley Corridor Summit at the University of Tennessee.
  • The inaugural class of the Techstars Industries of the Future Accelerator will operate over a three-month period from January 2022 through April 2022.
  • Startups interested in the program are encouraged to learn more by visiting the Techstars Industries of the Future Accelerator page or expressing interest here .

Techstars Teams Up With the Roux Institute at Northeastern University to Drive Innovation in Northern New England

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Monday, February 22, 2021

Today, Techstars, the worldwide network that helps entrepreneurs succeed, announced the launch of The Roux Institute Techstars Accelerator.

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  • Today, Techstars, the worldwide network that helps entrepreneurs succeed, announced the launch of The Roux Institute Techstars Accelerator.
  • Its an exciting time to be joining the Northern New England entrepreneurial ecosystem, said Nancy Wolff, General Manager at Techstars.
  • www.techstars.com
    Northeasterns Roux Institute is designed to spur innovation, build talent, and drive economic growth in Portland, the state of Maine, and the Northeast.
  • In 2020, Northeastern launched the Roux Institute with tech entrepreneur David Roux to build expertise at the intersection of humans and machines.

Techstars Introduces Accelerator to Address Present Labor Market Challenges

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Monday, May 4, 2020

BOULDER, Colo., May 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Techstars, the global platform for innovation and investment, today announced the launch of the Techstars Workforce Development Accelerator .

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  • BOULDER, Colo., May 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Techstars, the global platform for innovation and investment, today announced the launch of the Techstars Workforce Development Accelerator .
  • McLemore is also a Techstars alumni, graduating from the Techstars Boulder Accelerator in 2013.
  • Techstars operates three divisions: Techstars Mentorship-Driven Accelerator Programs, Techstars Corporate Innovation Partnerships and Techstars Communities.
  • Techstars accelerator portfolio includes more than 2,100 companies with a market cap of more than $26 Billion.

Techstars Launches Global Online Startup Weekend Events Aimed at Fighting COVID-19

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Friday, April 3, 2020

BOULDER, Colo., April 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Techstars, the global platform for investment and innovation, today announced the launch of the first-of-its-kind Global Online Startup Weekend, " Unite to Fight COVID-19 ."

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  • BOULDER, Colo., April 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Techstars, the global platform for investment and innovation, today announced the launch of the first-of-its-kind Global Online Startup Weekend, " Unite to Fight COVID-19 ."
  • Each online Startup Weekend will be run at a country level, with support from both Techstars staff and volunteers.
  • "Startup Weekend has always been an amazing opportunity for entrepreneurs and startups to refine their ideas and gain exposure to collaborators, investors and sponsors.
  • Techstars operates three divisions: Techstars Startup Programs, Techstars Mentorship-Driven Accelerator Programs, and Techstars Corporate Innovation Partnerships.

Techstars Launches Global Online Startup Weekend Events Aimed at Fighting COVID-19

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Friday, April 3, 2020

BOULDER, Colorado, April 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Techstars, the global platform for investment and innovation, today announced the launch of the first-of-its-kind Global Online Startup Weekend, " Unite to Fight COVID-19 ."

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  • BOULDER, Colorado, April 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Techstars, the global platform for investment and innovation, today announced the launch of the first-of-its-kind Global Online Startup Weekend, " Unite to Fight COVID-19 ."
  • Each online Startup Weekend will be run at a country level, with support from both Techstars staff and volunteers.
  • "Startup Weekend has always been an amazing opportunity for entrepreneurs and startups to refine their ideas and gain exposure to collaborators, investors and sponsors.
  • Techstars operates three divisions: Techstars Startup Programs, Techstars Mentorship-Driven Accelerator Programs, and Techstars Corporate Innovation Partnerships.

Cox Enterprises Social Impact Accelerator Powered by Techstars Announces Inaugural 2020 Class

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Monday, January 27, 2020

ATLANTA, Jan. 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Cox Enterprises (Cox) today announced the inaugural class of the Cox Enterprises Social Impact Accelerator powered by Techstars.

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  • ATLANTA, Jan. 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Cox Enterprises (Cox) today announced the inaugural class of the Cox Enterprises Social Impact Accelerator powered by Techstars.
  • The 2020 Social Impact Accelerator class includes:
    ACT House: A premier co-living incubator enabling young innovators to grow their skills, develop entrepreneurial mindsets and create new products and services.
  • The Social Impact Accelerator is the second accelerator in partnership between Techstars and Cox Enterprises.Cox also funds and supports startups and entrepreneurs through otherAtlanta-based partnerships, including Techstars Atlanta , Engage , Endeavor and Startup Runway .
  • Techstars operates three divisions: Techstars Startup Programs, Techstars Mentorship-Driven Accelerator Programs, and Techstars Corporate Innovation Partnerships.

Techstars Partners with Pivotal Ventures to Bring New Thinking and Innovative Ideas to Care for the Aging Population

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Monday, January 6, 2020

"There could not be a better time to bring an accelerator focused on innovation in this sector to market.

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  • "There could not be a better time to bring an accelerator focused on innovation in this sector to market.
  • We are thrilled to be working with Pivotal Ventures to help startups achieve success in delivering new life-changing and impactful solutions to meet the needs of our aging population."
  • Startups interested in the program are encouraged to contact Techstars or visit the Techstars Future of Longevity Accelerator program page for more information.
  • Techstars operates three divisions: Techstars Startup Programs, Techstars Mentorship-Driven Accelerator Programs, and Techstars Corporate Innovation Partnerships.

Byron Allen Statement Regarding The Comcast/Brian Roberts Announcement Of David Cohen Stepping Down

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Thursday, December 5, 2019

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --With David Cohen out of the way, this is a pivotal moment in the history and legacy of Comcast and Brian Roberts.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Dec. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --With David Cohen out of the way, this is a pivotal moment in the history and legacy of Comcast and Brian Roberts.
  • Mr. Roberts and the Comcast board of directors should immediately rescind their petition in the U.S. Supreme Court challenging the civil rights of over 100 million Americans and sit down with staunch critics of Comcast/NBCUniversal -- including myself, Robert Rodriguez, Sean Diddy Combs, Paula Madison, U.S.
  • Senator Kamala Harris, U.S.
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Techstars Announces Virtual Accelerator Focused on Next Generation Space and Frontier Technologies with International Partners

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Wednesday, November 13, 2019

BOULDER, Colo., Nov. 13, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Techstars, the worldwide network that helps entrepreneurs succeed, today announced the launch of the Techstars Allied Space Accelerator.

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  • BOULDER, Colo., Nov. 13, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Techstars, the worldwide network that helps entrepreneurs succeed, today announced the launch of the Techstars Allied Space Accelerator.
  • The new mentorship-driven accelerator will focus on the next generation of space technologies with a concentration on companies in the commercial space industry.
  • Startups interested in participating in the Techstars Allied Space Accelerator are encouraged to learn more by visiting the program page or expressing interest here .
  • Techstars operates three divisions: Techstars Startup Programs, Techstars Mentorship-Driven Accelerator Programs, and Techstars Corporate Innovation Partnerships.