Mentorships

Techstars partners with Alphabit Fund and Launchpool to bring blockchain-focused accelerator to London

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021

Techstars , the worldwide network that helps entrepreneurs succeed, today announced a new accelerator program, the Launchpool Web3 Techstars Accelerator.

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  • Techstars , the worldwide network that helps entrepreneurs succeed, today announced a new accelerator program, the Launchpool Web3 Techstars Accelerator.
  • Applications for the Launchpool Web3 Techstars Accelerator will open on September 13, 2021 and be accepted through December 1, 2021.
  • Launchpool is thrilled to be partnering with Techstars and Alphabit to bring the Launchpool Web3 Techstars Accelerator to the crypto world.
  • Startups interested in the program are encouraged to learn more by visiting the Launchpool Web3 Techstars Accelerator page or expressing interest here .

Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Reignites Its Commitment To Inspiring Youth Through Mentorship During Its National "Bigger Together" Conference

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Monday, June 28, 2021

"This year's conference marks an exciting milestone for Big Brothers Big Sisters, as we focus on how we can further amplify our purpose which is, and always has been, to ensure all kids reach their full potential," said Artis Stevens, President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.

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  • "This year's conference marks an exciting milestone for Big Brothers Big Sisters, as we focus on how we can further amplify our purpose which is, and always has been, to ensure all kids reach their full potential," said Artis Stevens, President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.
  • Founded in 1904, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is the largest and most experienced youth mentoring organization inthe United States.
  • The mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters has over 230 local agencies serving more than 5,000 communities across all 50 states.

KFC Is Feeding The Next Generation Of Leaders Through A New Partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters Of America

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021

We are inspired by the work Big Brothers Big Sisters of America does to feed the potential of youth across the country."

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  • We are inspired by the work Big Brothers Big Sisters of America does to feed the potential of youth across the country."
  • During the Program Period, KFC will donate $275,000 to Big Brothers Big Sisters of America through cash and in-kind support.
  • Founded in 1904, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is the largest and most experienced youth mentoring organization in the United States.
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters has 230+ local agencies serving more than 5,000 communities across all 50 states.

Homeboy Industries Announces Gift From Mackenzie Scott And Dan Jewett

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Tuesday, June 15, 2021

Following Homeboy Industries' recognition as the 25threcipient of the Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize in 2020, the MacKenzie-Jewett gift supports Homeboy Industries global leadership as a paradigm for social justice and creating lasting change for those on the margins.

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  • Following Homeboy Industries' recognition as the 25threcipient of the Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize in 2020, the MacKenzie-Jewett gift supports Homeboy Industries global leadership as a paradigm for social justice and creating lasting change for those on the margins.
  • Amidst renewed pursuit for alternatives to incarceration in L.A. County and beyond, this gift will enable Homeboy Industries to expand its transformative impactto reachmore people.
  • "We are blessed to stand with MacKenzie Scott and Dan Jewett in pursuit of a more just world."
  • To expand its humanitarian impact, Homeboy Industries is in the quiet phase of a $120 million comprehensive capitalcampaign and MacKenzie Scott and Dan Jewett's gift will be catalytic in this effort to secure the organization's bold vision for its future.

Pathway Capital Tees up Support for Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York City

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Friday, June 11, 2021

The fundraising event benefited Big Brothers Big Sisters NYC (BBBS of NYC), the nation's first and New York City's largest youth mentoring organization.

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  • The fundraising event benefited Big Brothers Big Sisters NYC (BBBS of NYC), the nation's first and New York City's largest youth mentoring organization.
  • "We have been strong supporters of Big Brothers Big Sisters NYC since 2018 and were delighted to play a part in this event's success," said Glenn Thomas, president of Pathway Capital.
  • Representing Pathway Capital were (l. to r.) Dylan Thomas, India Burgess, Alina Massaro, Patricia Kirk, Thomas Ravert, Glenn Thomas and Adam Jutte.
  • Its finance professionals have firsthand knowledge of the capital markets and diverse products to deliver efficient access to business capital.

XSET Partners With Big Brothers Big Sisters Of America To Bring The World Of Gaming To A New Generation

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Thursday, June 10, 2021

"Partnering with Big Brothers Big Sisters is such an exciting milestone for us," said Marco Mereu, COO and co-founder of XSET.

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  • "Partnering with Big Brothers Big Sisters is such an exciting milestone for us," said Marco Mereu, COO and co-founder of XSET.
  • "Mentoring opens doors of possibilities for young people, and by connecting with partners like XSET, it allows our Littles to learn first-hand about this growing industry," Big Brothers Big Sisters, said Adam Vasallo, Chief Marketing Officer of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.
  • The mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters has 230+ local agencies serving more than 5,000 communities across all 50 states.

Xairos Announces Selection into Prestigious Techstars Space Accelerator and Brand Update

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Tuesday, June 8, 2021

Xairos, formerly known as Speqtral Quantum Technologies, Inc., was selected today to join the Techstars Space Accelerator Class of 2021 .

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  • Xairos, formerly known as Speqtral Quantum Technologies, Inc., was selected today to join the Techstars Space Accelerator Class of 2021 .
  • Xairos provides secure and accurate timing through entangled photons, which are quantum mechanically linked particles of light.
  • It is a great honor to be part of the Techstars Space Accelerator Class of 2021, said David Mitlyng, co-founder and CEO of Xairos.
  • Xairos is a fantastic addition to our class, said Dr. Jonathan Fentzke, Managing Director of Techstars.

Thermexit™ Announced as Member of Techstars Space Accelerator Class of 2021

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Tuesday, June 8, 2021

BOSTON and LOS ANGELES, June 8, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Techstars, today announced Thermexit as one of only 10 companies selected for the Techstars Space Accelerator class of 2021.

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  • BOSTON and LOS ANGELES, June 8, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Techstars, today announced Thermexit as one of only 10 companies selected for the Techstars Space Accelerator class of 2021.
  • This three-month program focuses on the next generation of commercial space technology companies and related frontier technologies.
  • Thermexit will meet with around 100 mentors to work through product development, fundraising, technology, marketing, market-fit, and more.
  • "We are thrilled to be included in the prestigious Techstars Space Accelerator program alongside such innovative companies," said Katie Willgoos, CEO of Thermexit.

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 Sports Accelerator Powered By Indy Announces The Class Of 2021

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Monday, June 7, 2021

INDIANAPOLIS, June 7, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Techstars, the worldwide network that helps entrepreneurs succeed, is announcing the Techstars Sports Accelerator Powered by Indy class of 2021.

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  • INDIANAPOLIS, June 7, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Techstars, the worldwide network that helps entrepreneurs succeed, is announcing the Techstars Sports Accelerator Powered by Indy class of 2021.
  • The 2021 Class of the Techstars Sports Accelerator Powered by Indy includes:
    Curastory (NYC, NY) - Allows creators to shoot and edit high quality video, monetize shows, and distribute to all of their video channels, 100% free.
  • For more information about the Techstars Sports Accelerator Powered by Indy, visit http://www.techstars.com/accelerators/indy-sports .
  • Techstars has invested in more than 2,500 companies with a combined market cap of more than $209B.