BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Launch Pad - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://thelaunchpad.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Launch Pad REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20150308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20151101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20160313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20161106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20170312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20171105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160312T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160617T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160309T195342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160309T195342Z UID:5998-1457776800-1466186400@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:01 Foundations DESCRIPTION:Foundations is a 12-week after-school program for children (K-8) to introduce and explore the big ideas of computing and the writing skills necessary to communicate with both people and technology. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/01-foundations/ LOCATION:01 Wynwood 219 NW 20th ST\, Suite #104\, Miami\, FL\, 33127\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160312T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160617T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160309T195342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160309T195342Z UID:6344-1457776800-1466186400@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:01 Foundations DESCRIPTION:Foundations is a 12-week after-school program for children (K-8) to introduce and explore the big ideas of computing and the writing skills necessary to communicate with both people and technology. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/01-foundations-2/ LOCATION:01 Wynwood 219 NW 20th ST\, Suite #104\, Miami\, FL\, 33127\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160513T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160513T235900 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160421T035020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160421T035020Z UID:6019-1463157000-1463183940@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Hacks/Hackers Connect DESCRIPTION:On May 13th and 14th\, join media innovators\, journalists\, technologists\, and 50+ national industry leaders for Hacks/Hackers Connect at The Idea Center at Miami-Dade College. Supported by Google News Lab\, program contributors include: Jennifer Brandel\, Co-Founder and CEO at Hearken\, Hillary Frey\, Co-Chief Creative Officer at Matter Studios\, Bharat Krish\, Corporate Vice President IT (CIO) at HBO Latin America\, and Edward “Ed” Rodriguez\, Vice President of Americas Marketing at Citrix. Cost: Your Industry Knowledge and Energy Learn more and request a personal invitation at https://bit.ly/hhconnectmia. Space is limited\, so respond ASAP! URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/hackshackers-connect/ LOCATION:315 NE 2nd Avenue\, Building 8th – 5th Floor\, Miami\, FL\, 33132\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160513T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160513T235900 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160421T035020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160421T035020Z UID:6443-1463157000-1463183940@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Hacks/Hackers Connect DESCRIPTION:On May 13th and 14th\, join media innovators\, journalists\, technologists\, and 50+ national industry leaders for Hacks/Hackers Connect at The Idea Center at Miami-Dade College. Supported by Google News Lab\, program contributors include: Jennifer Brandel\, Co-Founder and CEO at Hearken\, Hillary Frey\, Co-Chief Creative Officer at Matter Studios\, Bharat Krish\, Corporate Vice President IT (CIO) at HBO Latin America\, and Edward “Ed” Rodriguez\, Vice President of Americas Marketing at Citrix. Cost: Your Industry Knowledge and Energy Learn more and request a personal invitation at https://bit.ly/hhconnectmia. Space is limited\, so respond ASAP! URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/hackshackers-connect-2/ LOCATION:315 NE 2nd Avenue\, Building 8th – 5th Floor\, Miami\, FL\, 33132\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160513T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160515T190000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160503T195248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160503T195248Z UID:1703-1463160600-1463338800@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Startup Weekend Education DESCRIPTION:TACKLE BIG CHALLENGES IN EDUCATION THROUGH ENTREPRENEURSHIP! PITCH-TO-PROTOTYPE IN ONE WEEKEND! Startup Weekend Education (SWEDU) brings together people of all skillsets and experience levels to collaboratively launch tools\, schools and learning spaces that reimagine the future of school and education more broadly. Everyone is welcome and no previous entrepreneurial experience is required! SWEDU Miami is a unique opportunity to experiment with all the necessary stakeholders in the South Florida education landscape. JOIN THE CONVERSATION USING #SWEDUMIAMI on TWITTER & INSTAGRAM URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/startup-weekend-education/ CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160513T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160515T190000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160503T195248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160503T195248Z UID:6455-1463160600-1463338800@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Startup Weekend Education DESCRIPTION:TACKLE BIG CHALLENGES IN EDUCATION THROUGH ENTREPRENEURSHIP! PITCH-TO-PROTOTYPE IN ONE WEEKEND! Startup Weekend Education (SWEDU) brings together people of all skillsets and experience levels to collaboratively launch tools\, schools and learning spaces that reimagine the future of school and education more broadly. Everyone is welcome and no previous entrepreneurial experience is required! SWEDU Miami is a unique opportunity to experiment with all the necessary stakeholders in the South Florida education landscape. JOIN THE CONVERSATION USING #SWEDUMIAMI on TWITTER & INSTAGRAM URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/startup-weekend-education-2/ CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160516T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160516T210000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160504T195642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160504T195642Z UID:6026-1463423400-1463432400@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Brainfood with Endeavor feat. Frank Azor DESCRIPTION:Hired in 1998 as Alienware’s fourth employee\, Frank Azor now oversees Dell’s premium consumer business units under the brands of Alienware and XPS. Learn how Frank took his experience on the groundfloor of Alienware to a global\, managerial role in Dell. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/brainfood-with-endeavor-feat-frank-azor/ LOCATION:400 Northwest 26th Street\, Miami\, 33127\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160516T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160516T210000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160504T195642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160504T195642Z UID:6456-1463423400-1463432400@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Brainfood with Endeavor feat. Frank Azor DESCRIPTION:Hired in 1998 as Alienware’s fourth employee\, Frank Azor now oversees Dell’s premium consumer business units under the brands of Alienware and XPS. Learn how Frank took his experience on the groundfloor of Alienware to a global\, managerial role in Dell. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/brainfood-with-endeavor-feat-frank-azor-2/ LOCATION:400 Northwest 26th Street\, Miami\, 33127\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160517T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160517T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160509T195320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160509T195320Z UID:1719-1463475600-1463504400@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:The Startup Nation Conference DESCRIPTION:How did a country the size of New Jersey end up with the second highest concentration of startups in the world? The Startup Nation Conference is an opportunity to understand Israel’s unique entrepreneurial ecosystem. The Idea Center @ MDC and StarTau Tel Aviv University Entrepreneurship Centre have partnered together to host a groundbreaking initiative to connect two ecosystems through education\, networking\, and investments. This is the first conference of its kind to focus exclusively on Israel’s rise to become one of the leading startup communities in the world. Join us on May 17th to explore the hows and whys of Israel’s success\, directly from some of Israel’s own wildly successful entrepreneurs. Register now: https://startupnationconference.com/ URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/the-startup-nation-conference/ LOCATION:315 N.E. Second Ave Building 8\, 5th Floor\, Miami\, FL\, 33132\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ORGANIZER;CN="The Idea Center":MAILTO:ideacenter@mdc.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160517T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160517T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160509T195320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160509T195320Z UID:6459-1463475600-1463504400@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:The Startup Nation Conference DESCRIPTION:How did a country the size of New Jersey end up with the second highest concentration of startups in the world? The Startup Nation Conference is an opportunity to understand Israel’s unique entrepreneurial ecosystem. The Idea Center @ MDC and StarTau Tel Aviv University Entrepreneurship Centre have partnered together to host a groundbreaking initiative to connect two ecosystems through education\, networking\, and investments. This is the first conference of its kind to focus exclusively on Israel’s rise to become one of the leading startup communities in the world. Join us on May 17th to explore the hows and whys of Israel’s success\, directly from some of Israel’s own wildly successful entrepreneurs. Register now: https://startupnationconference.com/ URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/the-startup-nation-conference-2/ LOCATION:315 N.E. Second Ave Building 8\, 5th Floor\, Miami\, FL\, 33132\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ORGANIZER;CN="The Idea Center":MAILTO:ideacenter@mdc.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160518T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160518T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160428T143734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160428T143734Z UID:1662-1463592600-1463601600@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:HYPE MIAMI: It's a H.I.T. DESCRIPTION:  HYPE Miami\, the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce’s young professionals committee\, and the young professionals of the Greater Miami and the Beaches Hotel Association will jointly host our signature spring event in a new and exciting space in the heart of Lincoln Road! Join us at WeWork and hear a distinguished and diverse group of panelists discuss how the interplay between the Hospitality Industry and Technology has made Miami a global travel destination. PANELISTS Miguel Alonso Jr.\, Ph.D.\, Director of Research & Economic Development\, Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management\, FIU Annie Evans\, Marketing Director\, Glam Squad Rueben Martinez\, President\, Head Geek In Charge Marisa Marcus\, Vice President of Marketing\, Menin Hospitality Moderated by: Saif Y. Ishoof\, Vice President for Engagement\, Florida International University URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/hype-miami-its-a-h-i-t/ LOCATION:350 Lincoln Road\, Miami Beach\, FL\, 33139\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160518T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160518T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160428T143734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160428T143734Z UID:6450-1463592600-1463601600@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:HYPE MIAMI: It's a H.I.T. DESCRIPTION:  HYPE Miami\, the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce’s young professionals committee\, and the young professionals of the Greater Miami and the Beaches Hotel Association will jointly host our signature spring event in a new and exciting space in the heart of Lincoln Road! Join us at WeWork and hear a distinguished and diverse group of panelists discuss how the interplay between the Hospitality Industry and Technology has made Miami a global travel destination. PANELISTS Miguel Alonso Jr.\, Ph.D.\, Director of Research & Economic Development\, Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management\, FIU Annie Evans\, Marketing Director\, Glam Squad Rueben Martinez\, President\, Head Geek In Charge Marisa Marcus\, Vice President of Marketing\, Menin Hospitality Moderated by: Saif Y. Ishoof\, Vice President for Engagement\, Florida International University URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/hype-miami-its-a-h-i-t-2/ LOCATION:350 Lincoln Road\, Miami Beach\, FL\, 33139\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160518T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160518T213000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160512T195245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160512T195245Z UID:1739-1463596200-1463607000@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Miller Lite Tap the Future Presents Business and Beer DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of networking alongside the city’s best and brightest entrepreneurs and business owners. Enjoy complimentary MillerCoors products and connect live with guests to expand your network. Hosted by the Rolling Out Mag CEO and Founder\, Munson Steed RSVP now\, spots are limited. Must be 21 years old or older to attend\, please bring valid photo ID. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/miller-lite-tap-the-future-presents-business-and-beer/ LOCATION:11735 Sherry Lane \, Miami\, FL\, 33183\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160518T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160518T213000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160512T195245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160512T195245Z UID:6470-1463596200-1463607000@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Miller Lite Tap the Future Presents Business and Beer DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of networking alongside the city’s best and brightest entrepreneurs and business owners. Enjoy complimentary MillerCoors products and connect live with guests to expand your network. Hosted by the Rolling Out Mag CEO and Founder\, Munson Steed RSVP now\, spots are limited. Must be 21 years old or older to attend\, please bring valid photo ID. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/miller-lite-tap-the-future-presents-business-and-beer-2/ LOCATION:11735 Sherry Lane \, Miami\, FL\, 33183\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160518T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160518T213000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160512T195246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160512T195246Z UID:1742-1463596200-1463607000@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Jurnid Session: Multicultural Marketing DESCRIPTION:Based on the 2015 census\, minorities make up 37.02 percent of the U.S. population; that number will increase to 42.39 percent by 2025\, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Collectively\, the buying power of minorities in the U.S. is well over $3 Trillion Dollars. Most businesses are not taking full advantage of the opportunities to connect with this growing multicultural audience. In a globally connected economy\, ignoring “ethnic media” and content marketing is a decision brands make at the risk of losing market share to their emerging competitors. Where should you start with multicultural marketing? Join the experts for a Q&A session\, learn how to navigate the world of multicultural marketing. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/jurnid-session-multicultural-marketing/ LOCATION:400 NW 26 Street\, Miami\, FL\, 33127\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ORGANIZER;CN="Andrew Quarrie":MAILTO:andrew@jurnid.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160518T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160518T213000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160512T195246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160512T195246Z UID:6471-1463596200-1463607000@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Jurnid Session: Multicultural Marketing DESCRIPTION:Based on the 2015 census\, minorities make up 37.02 percent of the U.S. population; that number will increase to 42.39 percent by 2025\, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Collectively\, the buying power of minorities in the U.S. is well over $3 Trillion Dollars. Most businesses are not taking full advantage of the opportunities to connect with this growing multicultural audience. In a globally connected economy\, ignoring “ethnic media” and content marketing is a decision brands make at the risk of losing market share to their emerging competitors. Where should you start with multicultural marketing? Join the experts for a Q&A session\, learn how to navigate the world of multicultural marketing. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/jurnid-session-multicultural-marketing-2/ LOCATION:400 NW 26 Street\, Miami\, FL\, 33127\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ORGANIZER;CN="Andrew Quarrie":MAILTO:andrew@jurnid.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160519T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160519T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160509T195320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160509T195320Z UID:1722-1463677200-1463688000@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:StartUP FIU Application Launch Party! DESCRIPTION:You are invited to StartUP FIU’s launch party! Come network with fellow students\, faculty\, alumni\, and members of the community that are also interested in this entrepreneurship and innovation movement. We will be having activities in a round-table setting where we will be discussing topics such as leadership\, storytelling\, and branding. Applications will also be going LIVE on this day (startup.fiu.edu) and we will be answering questions related to this. Come out for a fun evening with us\, where you can bring friends\, business partners\, fellow idea creators\, and where you can potentially meet new team members\, or future friends. We look forward to having you attend! *Food will be provided. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/startup-fiu-application-launch-party/ CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160519T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160519T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160509T195320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160509T195320Z UID:6460-1463677200-1463688000@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:StartUP FIU Application Launch Party! DESCRIPTION:You are invited to StartUP FIU’s launch party! Come network with fellow students\, faculty\, alumni\, and members of the community that are also interested in this entrepreneurship and innovation movement. We will be having activities in a round-table setting where we will be discussing topics such as leadership\, storytelling\, and branding. Applications will also be going LIVE on this day (startup.fiu.edu) and we will be answering questions related to this. Come out for a fun evening with us\, where you can bring friends\, business partners\, fellow idea creators\, and where you can potentially meet new team members\, or future friends. We look forward to having you attend! *Food will be provided. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/startup-fiu-application-launch-party-2/ CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160519T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160519T210000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160517T195530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160517T195530Z UID:2278-1463682600-1463691600@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:NEW: Ironhack Hackshow #6 DESCRIPTION:We’re getting ready to graduate another group of students who decided to take the non-traditional approach to learning. They now have the tools and confidence to enter the global technology marketplace. Join us in giving them a warm welcome and watching them gracefully fly the Ironhack nest\, one by one. Each Ironhack student will have 60 seconds to pitch their project to the audience (that’s you) who will vote for the top 3 presentations\, from which our panel of esteemed judges will pick a grand winner. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/new-ironhack-hackshow-6/ CATEGORIES:Community Events ORGANIZER;CN="Ironhack":MAILTO:alia@ironhack.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160519T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160519T210000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160517T195530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160517T195530Z UID:6478-1463682600-1463691600@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:NEW: Ironhack Hackshow #6 DESCRIPTION:We’re getting ready to graduate another group of students who decided to take the non-traditional approach to learning. They now have the tools and confidence to enter the global technology marketplace. Join us in giving them a warm welcome and watching them gracefully fly the Ironhack nest\, one by one. Each Ironhack student will have 60 seconds to pitch their project to the audience (that’s you) who will vote for the top 3 presentations\, from which our panel of esteemed judges will pick a grand winner. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/new-ironhack-hackshow-6-2/ CATEGORIES:Community Events ORGANIZER;CN="Ironhack":MAILTO:alia@ironhack.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160520T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160520T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160427T112651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160427T112651Z UID:6025-1463729400-1463767200@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Vitalize Florida - CEO Summit for Second-Stage Entrepreneurs DESCRIPTION:We are convening the best and the brightest CEOs from around Florida in one great event: Vitalize Florida! Presented by GrowFL and Broward College. Join us in South Florida for a one of a kind event\, featuring industry leaders from the human resources\, finance\, gaming\, and legal fields\, as well as many others. This program is presented by GrowFL\, in association with the Innovation Hub at Broward College This summit is designed as a day-long conference in which you will learn from industry leaders across the board who are all committed to enriching the careers of entrepreneurs around the state. Some topics that will be covered include: Proven Approaches to Brainstorming and Thinking Outside of the Box How to Build an Online Following What You Need to Know to Affordably Outsource Your Company’s HR Function Intellectual Property The Gaming Industry in Florida Business Planning and Structuring URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/vitalize-florida-ceo-summit-for-second-stage-entrepreneurs/ LOCATION:7200 Pines Blvd\, Pembroke Pines\, FL\, 33024\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160520T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160520T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160427T112651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160427T112651Z UID:6449-1463729400-1463767200@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Vitalize Florida - CEO Summit for Second-Stage Entrepreneurs DESCRIPTION:We are convening the best and the brightest CEOs from around Florida in one great event: Vitalize Florida! Presented by GrowFL and Broward College. Join us in South Florida for a one of a kind event\, featuring industry leaders from the human resources\, finance\, gaming\, and legal fields\, as well as many others. This program is presented by GrowFL\, in association with the Innovation Hub at Broward College This summit is designed as a day-long conference in which you will learn from industry leaders across the board who are all committed to enriching the careers of entrepreneurs around the state. Some topics that will be covered include: Proven Approaches to Brainstorming and Thinking Outside of the Box How to Build an Online Following What You Need to Know to Affordably Outsource Your Company’s HR Function Intellectual Property The Gaming Industry in Florida Business Planning and Structuring URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/vitalize-florida-ceo-summit-for-second-stage-entrepreneurs-2/ LOCATION:7200 Pines Blvd\, Pembroke Pines\, FL\, 33024\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160520T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160520T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160504T195642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160504T195642Z UID:1715-1463734800-1463767200@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Mentor Day DESCRIPTION:Looking for advice on a specific problem for your startup? You are in luck. Mentor Day is returning to Miami on Friday May 20th. It’s your chance for a one-on-one session with top mentors for entrepreneurs and innovators. Define your problem\, get help\, for free! The first Mentor Day was a great success with 30 free sessions and 22 mentors!! Applications close on May 9th. Apply for mentorship at mentorday.co! URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/mentor-day/ LOCATION:400 Northwest 26th Street\, Miami\, 33127\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160520T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160520T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160504T195642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160504T195642Z UID:6457-1463734800-1463767200@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Mentor Day DESCRIPTION:Looking for advice on a specific problem for your startup? You are in luck. Mentor Day is returning to Miami on Friday May 20th. It’s your chance for a one-on-one session with top mentors for entrepreneurs and innovators. Define your problem\, get help\, for free! The first Mentor Day was a great success with 30 free sessions and 22 mentors!! Applications close on May 9th. Apply for mentorship at mentorday.co! URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/mentor-day-2/ LOCATION:400 Northwest 26th Street\, Miami\, 33127\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160520T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160520T220000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160517T195530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160517T195530Z UID:2280-1463770800-1463781600@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Techversify Broadcast Debut Party DESCRIPTION:Celebrate techversify’s broadcast debut on national “Be a Millionaire Day” recognizing technology’s economic impact on our lives. Pre-screening complimentary reception includes live entertainment followed by post-screening presentation and performance. RUN OF SHOW 7:00pm ‑ 8:00pm Networking/Cocktails/Studio Tour 8:00pm ‑ 8:15pm PBS Announcements 8:15pm ‑ 8:30pm Opening Performance – DJ Irie & kids 8:30pm ‑ 9:00pm Premiere 30 min TechVersify 9:00pm ‑ 9:15pm Jessica Pitches to Funders 9:15pm ‑ 9:30pm Closing Performance – DJ Irie & kids 9:30pm ‑ 10:00pm Networking Broadcast debut party is sponsored by:  Office Depot Foundation\, Two Parrots Production\, Center for Social Change\, Tabatha Mudra Photo/Video\, Emerge Americas\, Irie Foundation and Blacktech. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/techversify-broadcast-debut-party/ LOCATION:14901 Northeast 20th Avenue\, North Miami\, FL\, 33181\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160520T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160520T220000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160517T195530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160517T195530Z UID:6479-1463770800-1463781600@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Techversify Broadcast Debut Party DESCRIPTION:Celebrate techversify’s broadcast debut on national “Be a Millionaire Day” recognizing technology’s economic impact on our lives. Pre-screening complimentary reception includes live entertainment followed by post-screening presentation and performance. RUN OF SHOW 7:00pm ‑ 8:00pm Networking/Cocktails/Studio Tour 8:00pm ‑ 8:15pm PBS Announcements 8:15pm ‑ 8:30pm Opening Performance – DJ Irie & kids 8:30pm ‑ 9:00pm Premiere 30 min TechVersify 9:00pm ‑ 9:15pm Jessica Pitches to Funders 9:15pm ‑ 9:30pm Closing Performance – DJ Irie & kids 9:30pm ‑ 10:00pm Networking Broadcast debut party is sponsored by:  Office Depot Foundation\, Two Parrots Production\, Center for Social Change\, Tabatha Mudra Photo/Video\, Emerge Americas\, Irie Foundation and Blacktech. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/techversify-broadcast-debut-party-2/ LOCATION:14901 Northeast 20th Avenue\, North Miami\, FL\, 33181\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160523T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160523T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160504T195642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160504T195642Z UID:6027-1464026400-1464033600@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Craft & Craft : Handmade Digital Goods with Autodesk Fusion 360 DESCRIPTION:Join Jeff Smith\, Education Program Manager | Autodesk\, Inc.\, and Werner Blumenthal\,  CEO of WB Engineering\, for an evening of crafting and 3D printing products for production using Fusion 360. Fusion 360 is a cloud-based software that integrates surface and solid modeling into a single workspace that is easy to use while collaborating with colleagues. Hosted by The LAB Miami\, IDSA Florida\, AIGA Miami and IAM Foundation. Craft beer will be on tap. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/craft-craft-handmade-digital-goods-with-autodesk-fusion-360/ LOCATION:400 Northwest 26th Street\, Miami\, 33127\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ORGANIZER;CN="Carl Hildebrand":MAILTO:carlchildebrand@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160523T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160523T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160504T195642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160504T195642Z UID:6458-1464026400-1464033600@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Craft & Craft : Handmade Digital Goods with Autodesk Fusion 360 DESCRIPTION:Join Jeff Smith\, Education Program Manager | Autodesk\, Inc.\, and Werner Blumenthal\,  CEO of WB Engineering\, for an evening of crafting and 3D printing products for production using Fusion 360. Fusion 360 is a cloud-based software that integrates surface and solid modeling into a single workspace that is easy to use while collaborating with colleagues. Hosted by The LAB Miami\, IDSA Florida\, AIGA Miami and IAM Foundation. Craft beer will be on tap. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/craft-craft-handmade-digital-goods-with-autodesk-fusion-360-2/ LOCATION:400 Northwest 26th Street\, Miami\, 33127\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ORGANIZER;CN="Carl Hildebrand":MAILTO:carlchildebrand@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160524T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160524T203000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160512T195246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160512T195246Z UID:1745-1464114600-1464121800@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:How are Spotify and Pandora Innovating to Reshape Their User Experiences? DESCRIPTION:How are companies like Pandora and Spotify innovating to create great user experiences? Learn more about the algorithms\, human curation\, and design philosophies that deliver a much higher level of context-aware personalization. Join us on May 24th! Free event\, RSVP required. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/how-are-spotify-and-pandora-innovating-to-reshape-their-user-experiences/ LOCATION:25 Northwest 34 Street\, Miami\, FL\, 33127\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160524T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160524T203000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102829 CREATED:20160512T195246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160512T195246Z UID:6472-1464114600-1464121800@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:How are Spotify and Pandora Innovating to Reshape Their User Experiences? DESCRIPTION:How are companies like Pandora and Spotify innovating to create great user experiences? Learn more about the algorithms\, human curation\, and design philosophies that deliver a much higher level of context-aware personalization. Join us on May 24th! Free event\, RSVP required. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/how-are-spotify-and-pandora-innovating-to-reshape-their-user-experiences-2/ LOCATION:25 Northwest 34 Street\, Miami\, FL\, 33127\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR