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SUMMARY:Entrepreneurial Pizza Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Venture Lab (Room 301\, Joyce Cummings Center) and mingle with aspiring innovators and entrepreneurs at Tufts. Reconnect with friends and make new connections. Learn about the New Ventures Competition and other Spring opportunities. Meet recent alumni of the Tufts Venture Accelerator and hear their founding stories. Explore potential internships and other collaborations. Meet entrepreneurial alumni who have received internship grants\, won prizes\, or are building real ventures. Connect with current MSIM students to learn about the program. Learn how DEC can support you in your journey to become entrepreneurial leaders. \nThis event is hosted by the Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts. Learn more: \n\nhttps://derbyecenter.tufts.edu
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/decpizza-fall25-2/
LOCATION:Tufts Venture Lab (JCC301)\, 177 College Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Information Sesssion,Innovation month
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T153000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20250818T043655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T043711Z
UID:14278-1758886200-1758900600@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Visit us at the Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Tufts Gordon Institute and Derby Entrepreneurship Center tables at the Career Fair and learn about entrepreneurial internship opportunities and more! \nThis event is hosted by the Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts. Learn more: \n\nhttps://derbyecenter.tufts.edu
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/careerfair-fa25/
LOCATION:Gantcher Center\, 161 College Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Sesssion,Innovation month
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20250804T190617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T013606Z
UID:14189-1757505600-1757509200@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Entrepreneurial Pizza Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Venture Lab (Room 301\, Joyce Cummings Center) and mingle with aspiring innovators and entrepreneurs at Tufts. Reconnect with old friends and make new connections. Meet recent alumni of the Tufts Venture Accelerator and hear their founding stories\, and explore potential internships and other collaborations. Meet entrepreneurial alumni who have received internship grants\, won prizes\, or are building real ventures. Connect with current MSIM students to learn about the program. Learn how DEC can support you in your journey to become entrepreneurial leaders. \nThis event is hosted by the Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts. Learn more: \n\nhttps://derbyecenter.tufts.edu
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/decpizza-fall25/
LOCATION:Tufts Venture Lab (JCC301)\, 177 College Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Information Sesssion,Innovation month
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20250818T042235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T043907Z
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SUMMARY:Frisbee giveaway!
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Campus Center\, pick up a free frisbee\, chat with our student ambassadors and learn about entrepreneurial and innovative resources for you at Tufts! No registration necessary. \nThis event is hosted by the Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts. Learn more: \n\nhttps://derbyecenter.tufts.edu
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/frisbee25/
LOCATION:Tufts Venture Lab (JCC301)\, 177 College Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Sesssion,Innovation month
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20250114T191952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T013749Z
UID:13306-1739188800-1739192400@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Tufts School of Dental Medicine - New Ventures Competition Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Tufts School of Dental Medicine student interested in starting your own venture? The Derby Entrepreneurship Center team will be on campus Feb 10th and can answer any questions you might have. Learn how to apply to the Tufts New Ventures Competition. Application open Feb 3 – Feb 23. \nClick here for more information on the Tufts New Ventures Competition https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/competitions/newventurescompetition/ \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/tufts-school-of-dental-medicine-new-ventures-competition-info-session/
LOCATION:Alumni Lounge\, 1514\, 1 Kneeland Street\, Boston\, MA
CATEGORIES:Information Sesssion,Tufts New Ventures Competition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20250114T212540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T013705Z
UID:13310-1738843200-1738846800@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:New Ventures Competition - Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy student interested in starting your own venture? The Derby Entrepreneurship Center team will be hosting an online information session on Thursday\, February 6th at noon and can answer any questions you might have. DEC offers free coaching and guidance to help you on your entrepreneurial journey. Learn how to apply to the Tufts New Ventures Competition. Application open Feb 3rd through Feb 23rd. \nClick here for more information on the Tufts New Ventures Competition https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/competitions/newventurescompetition/ \n 
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/new-ventures-competition-fletcher-school-of-law-and-diplomacy/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Information Sesssion,Tufts New Ventures Competition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20250122T205403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T205416Z
UID:13431-1738756800-1738760400@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Tufts MS in Innovation & Management Virtual Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Join Tufts Gordon Institute at this virtual info session to learn more about the MS in Innovation & Management: \nLearn 4 Core Business Skill Sets: Explore the practical skills at the heart of the MSIM program \nSee Career Outcomes: Discover how our graduates accelerate their careers in just one year \nEmbrace Action-Oriented Leadership: Equip yourself with the skills to lead\, innovate\, and drive change from day one \nEligible for Tufts Fifth Year: Extend your time at Tufts and save time and money by double-counting courses across your undergraduate and graduate degrees \nPrepare for Real-World Impact: See how our expert faculty and hands-on curriculum set you up for success \nRegister for the info session here!
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/tufts-ms-in-innovation-management-virtual-info-session/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Information Sesssion
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20250108T210713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T215714Z
UID:13278-1738753200-1738764000@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:New Ventures Competition - SMFA Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the atrium on Monday Feb 3rd or Wednesday Feb 5th from 11am to 2pm to learn how you can develop your venture idea into a reality. The Derby Entrepreneurship Center team will be joining the Feb 5th session and can answer any questions you might have. Learn about the Tufts New Ventures Competition and the newly added $2500 Creative Arts Prize. No registration required.
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/new-ventures-competition-smfa-information-session/
LOCATION:SMFA Campus\, Boston\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Sesssion,Tufts New Ventures Competition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20250108T212132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T143723Z
UID:13284-1738584000-1738587600@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:New Ventures Competition - Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine student interested in starting your own venture? The Derby Entrepreneurship Center team will be on campus Feb 3rd and can answer any questions you might have. DEC offers free coaching and guidance to help you on your entrepreneurial journey. Learn how to apply to the Tufts New Ventures Competition. Application open Feb 3rd through Feb 23rd. \nClick here for more information on the Tufts New Ventures Competition https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/competitions/newventurescompetition/ \n  \n 
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/new-ventures-competition-smfa-information-session-2/
LOCATION:SMFA Campus\, Boston\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Sesssion,Tufts New Ventures Competition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20240827T184649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T184649Z
UID:12149-1724846400-1724850000@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn with Dental Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:Interested in entrepreneurship? Join this lunch and learn with the Derby Entrepreneurship Center and learn how DEC can support you in your entrepreneurial goals. We have individualized coaching\, online learning\, and more! Hear about the upcoming Ideas Competition as well as our flagship New Ventures Competition. Pizza will be provided.
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/lunch-and-learn-with-dental-entrepreneurship/
LOCATION:Tufts Dental School\, Rachel’s 1415\, Boston\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Sesssion,Innovation month,entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20240202T230350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T163955Z
UID:9888-1712332800-1712345400@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition - Finals
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting evening at the Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition – Live Finals and Awards Celebration! This highly anticipated event will take place on Fri Apr 05 2024 at 4:00PM (Eastern Daylight Time). \nWitness the culmination of innovative ideas and entrepreneurial spirit as the finalists compete for the grand prize. The event will be held at the Joyce Cummings Center\, 2nd floor and on Zoom from 4:00PM to 6:30PM\, followed by an awards celebration from 6:30PM-7:30PM. \nExperience the thrill of live pitches\, as the brightest minds showcase their groundbreaking ventures. Network with like-minded individuals\, industry experts\, and potential investors\, fostering valuable connections. \nDon’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to witness the beginning of game-changing innovations and celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit at the Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition – Live Finals and Awards Celebration! Mark your calendars and secure your spot today! \nLearn more about the Tufts $100k: https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/100k \nEvent landing page with Zoom link coming soon!
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/100k2024-finals/
LOCATION:Joyce Cummings Center\, 177 College Ave\, Medford\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Sesssion,Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20240118T190909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T010713Z
UID:9470-1707393600-1707397200@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Cummings School - $100k Info Session and Application Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Are you an Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine student and innovative thinker working on a new venture? The Derby Entrepreneurship Center welcomes you to an info session and application clinic for the Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition. Learn how DEC can support you through coaching\, an online learning center\, pitching clinics\, and advice on how to apply. Winners are collectively awarded over $115k of prize money and over $100k of in-kind services. \nThe pizza is on us! Learn more about DEC and the $100k! \nIf you are joining via Zoom\, here is the link.https://bit.ly/dec-eventzoom
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/cummings-school-100k-infosessions2024/
LOCATION:AVA Lecture Hall\, Cummings School for Veterinarian Medicine\, 5 Jumbo's Path\, North Grafton\, MA\, 01536\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Sesssion,Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20240125T203548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T203548Z
UID:9596-1707307200-1707314400@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:DEC Cookie Giveaway
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the campus center and get a free cookie and learn about what DEC can offer you. Ask about summer internship opportunities. Ask about the Entrepreneurial Initiative Fund. Learn about our upcoming events and business plan competitions. No registration necessary!
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/dec-cookie-giveaway-2/
LOCATION:Mayer Campus Center\, 44 Professors Row\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Information Sesssion
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20240111T210127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T010344Z
UID:9364-1707307200-1707310800@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Tufts School of Dental Medicine - $100k Info Session and Application Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Are you an Tufts School of Dental Medicine student and innovative thinker working on a new venture? The Derby Entrepreneurship Center welcomes you to an info session and application clinic for the Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition. Learn how DEC can support you through coaching\, an online learning center\, pitching clinics\, and advice on how to apply. Winners are collectively awarded over $115k of prize money and over $100k of in-kind services. \nThe pizza is on us! Learn more about DEC and the $100k! \nIf you are joining via Zoom\, here is the link.\nhttps://bit.ly/dec-eventzoom
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/tusdm-100kinfosessions2024/
LOCATION:Tufts University School of Dental Medicine\, Alumni Lounge\, 1514\, 1 Kneeland Street\,\, Boston\, MA\, 02111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Sesssion,Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition,Pitch Competition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20240123T032150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T171908Z
UID:9577-1707231600-1707235200@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Friedman - $100k Info Session and Application Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Are you an innovative thinker working on a new venture? The Derby Entrepreneurship Center welcomes you to an info session and application clinic for the Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition. Learn how DEC can support you through coaching\, an online learning center\, pitching clinics\, and advice on how to apply. Winners are collectively awarded $115k of prize money and over $100k of in-kind services. \nThis info session is in Room 118 is 150 Harrison Ave\, Boston\, MA 02111. \nIf you are joining via Zoom\, here is the link.\nhttps://bit.ly/dec-eventzoom
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/friedman-100k24/
LOCATION:Room 118\, 150 Harrison Avenue\, Room 118\, 150 Harrison Avenue\, Boston\, 02111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Sesssion,Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition,Pitch Competition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T133000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20240111T205205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T010159Z
UID:9360-1707223500-1707226200@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:SMFA - $100k Info Session and Application Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Are you a SMFA student and innovative thinker working on a new venture? The Derby Entrepreneurship Center welcomes you to an info session and application clinic for the Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition. Learn how DEC can support you through coaching\, an online learning center\, pitching clinics\, and advice on how to apply. Winners are collectively awarded over $115k of prize money and over $100k of in-kind services. \nThe pizza is on us! Learn more about DEC and the $100k! \nIf you are joining via Zoom\, here is the link.\nhttps://bit.ly/dec-eventzoom
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/smfa-100k-infosessions2024/
LOCATION:School of the Museum of Fine Arts\, 230 Fenway\, B311\,\, Boston\, MA\, 02115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Sesssion,Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition,Pitch Competition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240205T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20240202T225159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T131558Z
UID:9869-1707134400-1707138000@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Tufts University School of Medicine - Tufts $100k Infosession and Application Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Are you an innovative thinker working on a new venture? The Derby Entrepreneurship Center welcomes you to an info session and application clinic for the Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition. Learn how DEC can support you through coaching\, an online learning center\, pitching clinics\, and advice on how to apply. Winners are collectively awarded over $115k of prize money and over $100k of in-kind services. \nNo registration is required. The pizza is on us! Learn more about DEC and the $100k! \nIf you are joining via Zoom\, here is the link.\nhttps://bit.ly/dec-eventzoom
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/tusm-infosession-2024/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Information Sesssion,Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition,Pitch Competition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240205T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20240122T115829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T010129Z
UID:9558-1707134400-1707138000@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Medford - $100k Info Session and Application Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Are you an innovative thinker working on a new venture? The Derby Entrepreneurship Center welcomes you to an info session and application clinic for the Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition. Learn how DEC can support you through coaching\, an online learning center\, pitching clinics\, and advice on how to apply. Winners are collectively awarded over $115k of prize money and over $100k of in-kind services. \nThe pizza is on us! Learn more about DEC and the $100k! \nIf you are joining via Zoom\, here is the link.\nhttps://bit.ly/dec-eventzoom
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/medford-100kinfosession2024/
LOCATION:Tufts Venture Lab (JCC301)\, 177 College Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Sesssion,Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition,Pitch Competition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240103T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240103T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20231216T201414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231216T201414Z
UID:9265-1704272400-1704276000@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:How to Scale a Boston Based Start Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an informative and engaging event designed to guide aspiring entrepreneurs through the process of starting and scaling a successful startup in the vibrant ecosystem of Boston. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just getting started\, this event will provide valuable insights\, practical tips\, and networking opportunities to help you on your entrepreneurial journey. \nDuring this virtual panel\, we’ll answer some of your most burning questions\, including: \n\nResources – the unique advantages and resources available to startups in the Boston Area\nRecruitment – where to find top talent\nFundraising – what the funding landscape looks like here\nAnd much more – come armed with questions!\n\nThis event is perfect for entrepreneurs new to Boston\, first-time founders and veteran entrepreneurs who are curious how else the city can support their startup.
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/how-to-scale-a-boston-based-start-up/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Information Sesssion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20231112T152207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231112T152207Z
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SUMMARY:FoodHack Boston: Building a Plant-Based Company in New England
DESCRIPTION:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/foodhack-boston-building-a-plant-based-company-in-new-england-tickets-685347130717?aff=oddtdtcreator \nJoin our meetup for entrepreneurs\, professionals\, investors and food enthusiasts to network and hear from food industry speakers. \nWhether you’re just starting your food business\, looking to connect with startups to invest in or want to network with other like-minded professionals – this event is for you. \nThe event is free but registration is necessary AND we need you to register via Venture Cafe too for you to get an access to the building. \nGuest Speakers : \nAakash Shah\, Cofounder at High Time Foods \nJosh Velasquez & Adam Hamilton\, Cofounders at Shire’s (previously Nuttin Ordinary) \nQ&A: you will have the opportunity to ask questions to your local speakers. \nPitch: \nAre you launching a new product? Are you looking for your next R&D expert or your next CEO? Are you looking for a job or an internship? Join our 30-second pitch session and share your business update with the audience (open to anyone). \nNetworking with Food & Drinks \nDate: November 16th\, 2023 \nHour: 6-7.30pm \nLanguage: English \nVenue: CIC\, 1 Broadway\, Cambridge MA 02142 \nAbout the Organizer: \nFoodHack is a community-driven platform that inspires\, highlights and connects food entrepreneurs and innovators. With meetups across the globe\, a bi-weekly food industry newsletter\, a membership program and an annual summit. \nMust RESERVE in advance and please do let us know for cancellation
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/foodhack-boston-building-a-plant-based-company-in-new-england/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Networking,Information Sesssion,Ecosystem Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20231030T140352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T224026Z
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SUMMARY:Cybernetix Collective Insights Webinar: Smart Biomanufacturing
DESCRIPTION:Event Link: https://app.session.com/cybernetix/Collective-Insights-Smart-Biomanufacturing?s=1&passcode=805068\n\nBiomanufacturing is an emerging industry that stands at the intersection of biotech\, engineering\, and cutting-edge automation with the promise of redefining the way we produce essential products. As part of these biomanufacturing breakthroughs\, smart machines and enabling software are critical.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCybernetix Ventures is bringing together a multidisciplinary group of experts in biotech/biomanufacturing to explore the industry’s potential\, developments necessary for realizing that impact\, and the perspectives that entrepreneurs\, investors\, and industry leaders bring to the table.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll cover:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n▪️How experts define biomanufacturing and the larger landscape\n▪️The potential for positive impact of biomanufacturing technologies\n▪️Innovations\, enabling technologies\, and companies in the space\n▪️Current challenges and necessary developments in order to scale companies\n▪️Investor perspectives on biomanufacturing\n▪️Corporate involvement and perspective\n▪️Entrepreneur perspective\n▪️Success stories\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Experts\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChristine Gebski\, Senior Vice President\, Repligen\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChristine Gebski joined Repligen in May 2015 and currently serves as the Senior Vice President\, Filtration and Chromatography where she oversees the general management and strategy of the Company’s upstream and downstream filtration and chromatography portfolio. Ms. Gebski also manages the Field Applications function within the Company\, ensuring strong customer experience. Prior to joining Repligen\, Ms. Gebski was head of the Chromatography Business Unit within the Bioproduction Division of Thermo Fisher Scientific. At Thermo Fisher she managed the Global Process Chromatography Applications and R&D functions for ten years. Before joining Thermo Fisher Scientific\, Ms. Gebski was a Process Development Scientist for 15 years in the biotechnology industry\, having held positions of increasing responsibility at Genzyme\, TKT/Shire and EMD Pharmaceuticals. She has significant experience in downstream process development and engineering\, technology transfer and validation across a variety of biological molecule classes and diagnostic reagents.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMichael Orrico\, Managing Director\, ARMI BioFab Startup Lab\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMichael Orrico is the Managing Director of the BioFab Startup Lab\, which is a program that was launched through a grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration\, offers newly formed and nearly-formed companies an opportunity to translate biofabrication research toward commercialization. Michael is an experienced executive who has worked in combination of business development and technical roles in med-tech\, biotech and consulting industries. He has led projects and organizations tissue engineering and regenerative medicine for over 25 years including the Cryobiology Lab at MIT\, AxoGen\, and Aastrom Biosciences (now Vericel).\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChristian Uhrich\, Principal\, M Ventures\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChristian Uhrich joined M Ventures in August 2019 as Head of Strategy\, and is currently a Principal in the Biotechnology team. Previously\, he worked at Merck KGaA\, Darmstadt\, Germany as a Senior Consultant in its in-house Consulting practice where he focused on impactful strategy related projects across all three business sectors of Merck KGaA\, Darmstadt\, Germany (Healthcare\, Life Science\, Electronics). Before joining Merck KGaA\, Darmstadt\, Germany\, Christian has spent over ten years in the external consulting space\, previously working for Accenture in its Strategy practice where he successfully consulted key Pharma and Biotech industry players on strategic challenges and management decisions in the areas of business and digital strategy\, R&D\, marketing & sales\, organizational development\, and post-merger integration & carve-outs.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n—\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Cybernetix Ventures\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCybernetix is a venture capital firm leading the way for investment into early-stage robotics\, automation\, and AI startups. Headquartered in Boston\, the world’s epicenter for robotics innovation\, Cybernetix connects its portfolio to the national and global robotics ecosystems\, bringing unparalleled expertise to companies poised to make major impacts in sectors including advanced manufacturing\, logistics/warehousing\, architecture\, engineering and construction and healthcare/medical devices. The fund will also invest in key robotics-enabling software companies in AI/machine learning\, cloud robotics\, cybersecurity\, autonomy\, and sensors/edge computing.
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/cybernetix-collective-insights-webinar-smart-biomanufacturing/
LOCATION:Virtual event\, MA\, 02115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Sesssion,Ecosystem Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231030T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231030T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20231030T140722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T140722Z
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SUMMARY:The Greentown Labs Climatetech Summit 2023
DESCRIPTION:The Greentown Labs Climatetech Summit is a deep dive into accelerating deployment through collaboration. Climatetech entrepreneurs are developing the solutions that are the core of global decarbonization\, yet they need support and partnership from investors\, policymakers\, and the growing climatetech workforce in order to scale their critical technologies. The energy transition is here\, and the climatetech ecosystem needs your involvement to propel climatetech out into the world. \nOn Nov. 1 and 2\, we’re inviting you\, your colleagues\, and all the climate champions in your life into our Houston\, TX and Boston\, MA incubators for a day of hands-on exploration with our 200+ startups and their climatetech solutions; keynotes and sessions featuring leaders across climatetech\, finance\, policy\, and justice; and networking with key climate action pioneers. \nWe’ll highlight the momentum our startups\, corporate partners\, and ecosystem champions have been building together\, how these collaborations will chart the course for climatetech deployment\, and how everyone can play a role in commercializing climate technologies. \nClimatetech Summit 2023
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/the-greentown-labs-climatetech-summit-2023/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Networking,Information Sesssion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20230930T194259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230930T195422Z
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SUMMARY:Boston Campus Virtual Infosession #1
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Derby Entrepreneurship Center information session! Learn how DEC can support you on your entrepreneurial journey. We offer free workshops and online learning as well as coaching. \nYou will also learn about the Ideas Competition\, our first pitch competition of the year where we encourage students to tackle problems worth solving. Applications accepted through October 22nd and no experience is needed! Learn more at https://go.tufts.edu/ideas. \nThis event is hosted by the Derby Entrepreneurship Center (DEC). Learn more:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/bostoncampusinfo1/
LOCATION:Virtual event\, MA\, 02115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Sesssion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231002T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231002T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20230905T205859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T181929Z
UID:8536-1696266000-1696273200@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Ideas Competition - Launch Party!
DESCRIPTION:Are you a current Tufts University or SMFA undergraduate\, graduate\, or gap year student\, who wants to develop innovative ideas to solve real problems? \nJoin us in the Venture Lab (JCC301) for the Ideas Launch Party 5pm-7pm and learn all about the Ideas Competition. Meet winners from 2022 and hear how they developed their early stage ideas with coaching and other resources from the Derby Entrepreneurship Center. \nIf you cannot join in person then you are welcome to join on Zoom. Please register to receive the Zoom link. \nThis event is hosted by the Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts. Learn more: https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu 
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/ideas-competition-launch-party/
LOCATION:Tufts Venture Lab\, Joyce Cummings Center\, 177 College Ave\, room 301\, Medford\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Sesssion,Pitch Competition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230927T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230927T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20230824T034720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T201346Z
UID:8351-1695816000-1695819600@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:DEC Pizza Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Venture Lab (Room 301\, Joyce Cummings Center) and mingle with aspiring innovators and entrepreneurs at Tufts. Reconnect with old friends and make new connections. Meet recent alumni of the Tufts Venture Accelerator and hear their founding stories\, and explore potential internships and other collaborations. Meet $100k New Venture Competition finalists. Connect with current MSIM students to learn about the program. Learn how DEC can support you in your journey to become entrepreneurial leaders. This event is hosted by the Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts. \nLearn more: \n\nhttps://derbyecenter.tufts.edu
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/dec-pizza-open-house/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Networking,Information Sesssion,Innovation month
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20230217T214330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T071428Z
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SUMMARY:Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition - Finals
DESCRIPTION:Join us in person or on zoom to support the Finalists in the Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition Semi Finals! \nTeams will virtually live pitch in one of 3 tracks – General Technology\, Social Impact\, or Healthcare and Life Science for opportunity to collectively win over $200k in cash and in-kind services! \nWe are hosting 3 “watch parties” on the 3rd floor of the Joyce Cummings Center – one for each track. You are welcome to join either in-person or on Zoom. If you are on campus\, consider joining in-person! Enjoy some pizza and refreshments\, meet other student innovators and entrepreneurs\, and support the semi finalists! \nLearn more: https://go.tufts.edu/100k
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/100k23-finals/
LOCATION:Joyce Cummings Center\, 177 College Ave\, Medford\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops,Information Sesssion,Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230411T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230411T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20230410T181915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230410T181915Z
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SUMMARY:Tufts Venture Accelerator - Hybrid Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Join this hybrid Tufts Venture Accelerator Information Session to learn about this 10 week summer accelerator that provides structure\, accountability\, educational experiences and more. Participants in the Venture Accelerator will be guided through all the key stages of venture creation\, from defining their market and customer to developing and testing a solution with a go-to-market strategy and pricing architecture\, to building out their financials and planning their next steps regarding financing\, team and company building. Full time and part time options are available. We look forward to seeing you in JCC301 or on Zoom at Tuesday\, April 11th at noon.
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/tufts-venture-accelerator-hybrid-information-session/
LOCATION:Tufts Venture Lab (JCC301)\, 177 College Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Sesssion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T213000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20230217T215503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T162710Z
UID:7084-1678384800-1678397400@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition - Semi Finals
DESCRIPTION:Join us in person or on zoom to support the semi finalist in Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition Semi Finals! \nTeams will virtually live pitch in one of 3 tracks – General Technology\, Social Impact\, or Healthcare and Life Science for opportunity to move to the Finals on 4/13. \nWe are hosting 3 “watch parties” on the 3rd floor of the Joyce Cummings Center – one for each track. You are welcome to join either in-person or on Zoom. If you are on campus\, consider joining in-person! Enjoy some pizza and refreshments\, meet other student innovators and entrepreneurs\, and support the semi finalists!
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/100ksemi/
LOCATION:Joyce Cummings Center\, 177 College Ave\, Medford\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops,Information Sesssion,Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20230203T200819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230217T210614Z
UID:6775-1676980800-1676984400@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition - Hybrid $100k Application Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Join this hybrid Tufts $100k application clinic and and learn tips on applying to the Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition. Learn how the Derby Entrepreneurship Center can support you through coaching and self guided learning. We look forward to seeing you in JCC390 or on Zoom at our $100k application clinic on Tuesday\, Feb 21st at noon.
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/https-www-eventbrite-com-e-tufts-100k-new-ventures-competition-hybrid-application-clinic-tickets-533948533437-2/
LOCATION:Tufts Venture Lab (JCC301)\, 177 College Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops,Information Sesssion,Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230209T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T182446
CREATED:20230202T162904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T163036Z
UID:6763-1675965600-1675969200@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition - Virtual Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us on February 9th at 6:00pm for a virtual information session to learn about the Derby Entrepreneurship Center coaching\, self-guided learning\, and the upcoming Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition.
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/derby-entrepreneurship-center-at-tufts-info-session-at-tufts-smfa-2/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Information Sesssion,Tufts $100k New Ventures Competition
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