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Vincent Vu, SVA member and founder of Kinis, a min

Vincent Vu, SVA member and founder of Kinis, a minimalist footwear startup, is running his first marathon barefoot to raise money for Afghan refugees. As a former Vietnam refugee who spent six years in a refugee camp before immigrating to the U.S. in 1998, he understands the challenges refugees face in a new country.

Vincent is asking for the community's support to raise $10,000. Learn more and contribute at gofundme.com/f/kinis-barefoot-marathon!

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Still thinking about whether or not to apply to th

Still thinking about whether or not to apply to the Idea Factory? Well, let's talk about what you'll be producing throughout the process to help you determine whether you should move forward with your business idea:

- Target customer list
- Interview script
- Survey questions
- Market opportunity map
- Value proposition statement
- Customer experiment strategy* to move your idea forward or a clear understanding of why your idea does not support MVP development

PLUS - Participants who successfully complete the program will be considered for continued support at our incubator!

APPLY BY FEB 1: startupvirginia.org/idea-factory (link in bio)

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The Hopewell Downtown Partnership is excited to of

The Hopewell Downtown Partnership is excited to offer a community business pitch competition called 'Homegrown for Hopewell'! This opportunity is for entrepreneurs, business owners, and creatives who are interested in enhancing their business savvy and potentially opening a brick-and-mortar business in the Hopewell Downtown Historic District.

Complete a free Business Bootcamp through Virginia State University's Minority Small Business Launch Center and then choose to compete for gap-financing in front of a panel of judges with $30,000 to award!

Participants do not have to be from Hopewell, VA to be eligible for the program. Learn more and apply at hopewelldowntown.com/resources/cbl.

IDEA FACTORY: How It Works - 6-Week Virtual Progr

IDEA FACTORY: How It Works

- 6-Week Virtual Program: We'll begin with an onboarding meeting, followed by a 5-week product discovery process with one in-person session during Week 4 (March 21), and ends with a plan and free resources to move forward.

- Multiple Sessions: The Idea Factory is offered twice a year in the fall and winter. Each session will accept 6-8 participants with a technology-driven or manufacturing-based business idea.

- Live Workshops + Assignments: Facilitated virtually (with one in-person session during Week 4), the program consists of live workshops and discussions led by experts in their field, individual meetings, and weekly assignments.

APPLY BY FEB 1: startupvirginia.org/idea-factory (link in bio)

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Apply today for this year's Center Street Pitch Co

Apply today for this year's Center Street Pitch Competition co-hosted by the Dominion Energy Innovation Center (DEIC) and Randolph-Macon College (R-MC). Emerging technology and small business startups from across Virginia that fall under two categories – sustainability-focused or RVA Metro ag-enterprise – are welcome to apply.

Six companies will be selected to compete for two prizes worth a combined $10,000, and a free one-year membership to the DEIC. The winner in each category will also receive a comprehensive branding package courtesy of a local marketing agency.

Applications close: Tuesday, February 1st. Learn more and apply at www.dominnovation.com/center-street-pitch-competition.

IDEA FACTORY: What You Need to Know - Who’s it

IDEA FACTORY: What You Need to Know

- Who’s it for? Anyone in the Central Virginia area with a technology-driven or manufacturing-based business idea is welcome to apply.

- What is the investment? There's no cost to you!

- What is the commitment? 10 hours per week for 6 weeks

- When is it offered? The Idea Factory is offered twice a year in the fall and winter months. The 2022 winter session runs from Feb 28 - April 4th.

- Am I ready? All you need is an idea and a willingness to explore starting something new to apply to the Idea Factory. So yes, you're ready!

APPLY BY FEB 1: startupvirginia.org/idea-factory (link in bio)

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