BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Launch Pad - ECPv6.15.19//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:20160505T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160505T113000 DTSTAMP:20260408T100405 CREATED:20160502T195250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160502T195250Z UID:1700-1462438800-1462447800@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Create Miami Workshop @CIC DESCRIPTION:Are you a creator in Miami? We are happy to invite you to a workshop on how to successfully create and launch your crowdfunding campaign. If you have an idea that fits any of the following categories\, don’t miss the chance to make your dream project come true! (Civic Projects\, Environment\, Technology\, Entrepreneurship) The Create Miami campaign\, aims to identify 20 finalist entrepreneurs to feature on the idea.me platform. Knight foundation will match any funds raised on the platform with a limit of $5\,000 per project! For more information please check the Terms & Conditions. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/create-miami-workshop-cic/ LOCATION:1951 Northwest 7th Avenue\, Miami\, FL\, 33136\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160505T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160505T113000 DTSTAMP:20260408T100405 CREATED:20160502T195250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160502T195250Z UID:6453-1462438800-1462447800@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Create Miami Workshop @CIC DESCRIPTION:Are you a creator in Miami? We are happy to invite you to a workshop on how to successfully create and launch your crowdfunding campaign. If you have an idea that fits any of the following categories\, don’t miss the chance to make your dream project come true! (Civic Projects\, Environment\, Technology\, Entrepreneurship) The Create Miami campaign\, aims to identify 20 finalist entrepreneurs to feature on the idea.me platform. Knight foundation will match any funds raised on the platform with a limit of $5\,000 per project! For more information please check the Terms & Conditions. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/create-miami-workshop-cic-2/ LOCATION:1951 Northwest 7th Avenue\, Miami\, FL\, 33136\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160505T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160505T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T100405 CREATED:20160425T224619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160425T224619Z UID:6022-1462464000-1462478400@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:2016 Florida Business Boost Conference DESCRIPTION:Enjoy Cross Industry Networking & Learn the Latest in Marketing Technology  Ever feel like you have too many “top” priorities? Do work pressures sometimes threaten to overwhelm you? And even if you are in the midst of all that\, the marketplace still demands growth and expansion. How do you keep pace? Guest speakers include: Coral Springs Vice-Mayor Dan Daley\, Coral Springs Chief Economic Development Officer Ana Barbosa\, Juan Ortega from the Action Group\, Andre Cvijovic from Referrizer.com\, and Cesar Lou from Tasty Alerts.com. Attend the Florida Business Boost Conference on May 5th\, 2016 in Coral Springs\, Florida for strategies\, stories and powerful solutions from successful leaders around the world. Find new energy to be creative\, innovative and productive. You will learn to become more\, achieve more and earn more! To register\, visit our website: https://www.flbusinessboost.com URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/2016-florida-business-boost-conference/ LOCATION:recruitment CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160505T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160505T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T100405 CREATED:20160425T224619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160425T224619Z UID:6446-1462464000-1462478400@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:2016 Florida Business Boost Conference DESCRIPTION:Enjoy Cross Industry Networking & Learn the Latest in Marketing Technology  Ever feel like you have too many “top” priorities? Do work pressures sometimes threaten to overwhelm you? And even if you are in the midst of all that\, the marketplace still demands growth and expansion. How do you keep pace? Guest speakers include: Coral Springs Vice-Mayor Dan Daley\, Coral Springs Chief Economic Development Officer Ana Barbosa\, Juan Ortega from the Action Group\, Andre Cvijovic from Referrizer.com\, and Cesar Lou from Tasty Alerts.com. Attend the Florida Business Boost Conference on May 5th\, 2016 in Coral Springs\, Florida for strategies\, stories and powerful solutions from successful leaders around the world. Find new energy to be creative\, innovative and productive. You will learn to become more\, achieve more and earn more! To register\, visit our website: https://www.flbusinessboost.com URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/2016-florida-business-boost-conference-2/ LOCATION:recruitment CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160505T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160505T183000 DTSTAMP:20260408T100405 CREATED:20160425T224619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160425T224619Z UID:6023-1462465800-1462473000@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:How to Build Your Online Store - Retailers(Tips and Tricks) DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion on “How to Build Your Online Store.” Easy Steps to Establishing an Online Retail Store. Learning how to build an online store from scratch can be a discouraging task. We know! This Meetup will cover the necessary steps in establishing an Online Retail Store\, no matter where you are in the product development process – from a simple landing page to a website which accepts pre-orders\, to finally\, a fully functioning eCommerce site. Let the industry pros provide you with easy “Tips & Tricks” for establishing your online retail store\, whether you already sell products at a brick and mortar location or are looking to start a new business online. This Meetup will cover: • First steps in creating your site (Hosting & development) • How to create beautiful product images and keyword-rich content • Importing & Management of Inventory • Shipping & Logistics • How to Increase conversion • Customer service & communication Panelists (TBD) Web Agency- Development SEO URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/how-to-build-your-online-store-retailerstips-and-tricks/ LOCATION:software-2 CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160505T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160505T183000 DTSTAMP:20260408T100405 CREATED:20160425T224619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160425T224619Z UID:6447-1462465800-1462473000@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:How to Build Your Online Store - Retailers(Tips and Tricks) DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion on “How to Build Your Online Store.” Easy Steps to Establishing an Online Retail Store. Learning how to build an online store from scratch can be a discouraging task. We know! This Meetup will cover the necessary steps in establishing an Online Retail Store\, no matter where you are in the product development process – from a simple landing page to a website which accepts pre-orders\, to finally\, a fully functioning eCommerce site. Let the industry pros provide you with easy “Tips & Tricks” for establishing your online retail store\, whether you already sell products at a brick and mortar location or are looking to start a new business online. This Meetup will cover: • First steps in creating your site (Hosting & development) • How to create beautiful product images and keyword-rich content • Importing & Management of Inventory • Shipping & Logistics • How to Increase conversion • Customer service & communication Panelists (TBD) Web Agency- Development SEO URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/how-to-build-your-online-store-retailerstips-and-tricks-2/ LOCATION:software-2 CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160506T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160506T170000 DTSTAMP:20260408T100405 CREATED:20160429T195539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160429T195539Z UID:1698-1462543200-1462554000@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Create Miami Workshop @WeWork DESCRIPTION:Are you a creator in Miami? We are happy to invite you to a workshop on how to successfully create and launch your crowdfunding campaign. If you have an idea that fits any of the following categories\, don’t miss the chance to make your dream project come true! (Civic Projects\, Environment\, Technology\, Entrepreneurship) The Create Miami campaign\, aims to identify 20 finalist entrepreneurs to feature on the idea.me platform. Knight foundation will match any funds raised on the platform with a limit of $5\,000 per project! For more information please check the Terms & Conditions. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/create-miami-workshop-wework/ LOCATION:The Common Space at WeWork Lincoln Road 350 Lincoln Road\, Miami Beach\, FL\, 33139\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160506T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160506T170000 DTSTAMP:20260408T100405 CREATED:20160429T195539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160429T195539Z UID:6452-1462543200-1462554000@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Create Miami Workshop @WeWork DESCRIPTION:Are you a creator in Miami? We are happy to invite you to a workshop on how to successfully create and launch your crowdfunding campaign. If you have an idea that fits any of the following categories\, don’t miss the chance to make your dream project come true! (Civic Projects\, Environment\, Technology\, Entrepreneurship) The Create Miami campaign\, aims to identify 20 finalist entrepreneurs to feature on the idea.me platform. Knight foundation will match any funds raised on the platform with a limit of $5\,000 per project! For more information please check the Terms & Conditions. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/create-miami-workshop-wework-2/ LOCATION:The Common Space at WeWork Lincoln Road 350 Lincoln Road\, Miami Beach\, FL\, 33139\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160509T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160509T113000 DTSTAMP:20260408T100405 CREATED:20160502T195250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160502T195250Z UID:1701-1462784400-1462793400@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Create Miami Workshop @Center4SocialChange DESCRIPTION:Are you a creator in Miami? We are happy to invite you to a workshop on how to successfully create and launch your crowdfunding campaign. If you have an idea that fits any of the following categories\, don’t miss the chance to make your dream project come true! (Civic Projects\, Environment\, Technology\, Entrepreneurship) The Create Miami campaign\, aims to identify 20 finalist entrepreneurs to feature on the idea.me platform. Knight foundation will match any funds raised on the platform with a limit of $5\,000 per project! For more information please check the Terms & Conditions. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/create-miami-workshop-center4socialchange/ LOCATION:2103 Coral Way\, Suite 202\, Miami\, FL\, 33145\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160509T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160509T113000 DTSTAMP:20260408T100405 CREATED:20160502T195250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160502T195250Z UID:6454-1462784400-1462793400@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Create Miami Workshop @Center4SocialChange DESCRIPTION:Are you a creator in Miami? We are happy to invite you to a workshop on how to successfully create and launch your crowdfunding campaign. If you have an idea that fits any of the following categories\, don’t miss the chance to make your dream project come true! (Civic Projects\, Environment\, Technology\, Entrepreneurship) The Create Miami campaign\, aims to identify 20 finalist entrepreneurs to feature on the idea.me platform. Knight foundation will match any funds raised on the platform with a limit of $5\,000 per project! For more information please check the Terms & Conditions. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/create-miami-workshop-center4socialchange-2/ LOCATION:2103 Coral Way\, Suite 202\, Miami\, FL\, 33145\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160512T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160512T203000 DTSTAMP:20260408T100405 CREATED:20160310T195450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160310T195450Z UID:970-1463077800-1463085000@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Find out the Business of Storytelling with Park Howell DESCRIPTION:Technology has leveled the communications playing field. Brands no longer dominate mass media\, because the masses are the media. Smart companies have evolved from promoters of stuff to publishers of meaningful content. And the really smart ones use the irresistibility of solid storytelling to be heard in our noisy world and move people to action. Isn’t it ironic that technological advancements have provided us all with a global voice\, and yet it is the ancient and proven power of storytelling that still connects us to one another? So why aren’t more businesses using story to their advantage? You can\, and I’ll show you how.  Join Park Howell\, host of the widely acclaimed Business of Story podcast and President & Founder at Park&Co in this interactive business storytelling workshop\, to learn how to unleash the power of storytelling to drive results for your business. Key takeaways: • Why business storytelling is more important now than ever to connect with customers. • How story works on our minds as the most persuasive weapon content marketers can wield. • Learn the 10-step Story Cycle process to craft and tell compelling stories that sell. • Witness hands-on results from other organizations that have used the Story Cycle process. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/find-out-the-business-of-storytelling-with-park-howell/ LOCATION:landing-13 CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160512T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160512T203000 DTSTAMP:20260408T100405 CREATED:20160310T195450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160310T195450Z UID:6389-1463077800-1463085000@thelaunchpad.org SUMMARY:Find out the Business of Storytelling with Park Howell DESCRIPTION:Technology has leveled the communications playing field. Brands no longer dominate mass media\, because the masses are the media. Smart companies have evolved from promoters of stuff to publishers of meaningful content. And the really smart ones use the irresistibility of solid storytelling to be heard in our noisy world and move people to action. Isn’t it ironic that technological advancements have provided us all with a global voice\, and yet it is the ancient and proven power of storytelling that still connects us to one another? So why aren’t more businesses using story to their advantage? You can\, and I’ll show you how.  Join Park Howell\, host of the widely acclaimed Business of Story podcast and President & Founder at Park&Co in this interactive business storytelling workshop\, to learn how to unleash the power of storytelling to drive results for your business. Key takeaways: • Why business storytelling is more important now than ever to connect with customers. • How story works on our minds as the most persuasive weapon content marketers can wield. • Learn the 10-step Story Cycle process to craft and tell compelling stories that sell. • Witness hands-on results from other organizations that have used the Story Cycle process. URL:https://thelaunchpad.org/event/find-out-the-business-of-storytelling-with-park-howell-2/ LOCATION:landing-13 CATEGORIES:Community Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160513T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160513T235900 DTSTAMP:20260408T100405 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:20260408T100405 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:20260408T100405 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:20260408T100405 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:20260408T100405 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:20260408T100405 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:20260408T100405 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:20260408T100405 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:20260408T100405 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:20260408T100405 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:20260408T100405 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:20260408T100405 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:20260408T100405 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:20260408T100405 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:20260408T100405 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:20260408T100405 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:20260408T100405 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:20260408T100405 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 END:VCALENDAR