🎉 TGSF February Newsletter: A Month of Milestones & Celebrations 🎉
📣 This monthly newsletter serves Northwestern alumni in the SF Bay Area and is meant to be interactive. If you have job openings, upcoming events, or any “gives” or “asks” of the community, email me to include your post in next month’s email. Your Voice Matters! 📣
TLDR:
Entrepreneurs & Mentors in Residence Applications Are Live: Join TGSF as we shape the next era of alumni innovation in the Bay. Apply to EIR or MIR Now!
Alumni VentureCat Applications Are Live: Compete for a grand prize of $100,000 and accelerate your entrepreneurial journey. Apply Now!
Black in Innovation Mixer Recap: Relive the magic of our vibrant Black History Month mixer celebrating Black alumni innovators in the Bay. Read Recap!
Unlock Alumni-Founded Opportunities: Dive into our job board featuring 70+ roles at alumni startups, a prime space for Northwestern talent. Explore Opportunities!
Women’s History Month Creative Innovation Workshop: Celebrate the innovative women in our community via a collaborative innovation session. RSVP Now!
🔍Clarity: Elevating Our Vision
Entrepreneurs & Mentors in Residence 2024: The EIR and MIR programs offer a dual pathway for either emerging entrepreneurs or seasoned professionals within the Northwestern community via a 9-month residence term. For our Entrepreneurs in Residence, it's a chance to dive deep into your venture, leveraging TGSF's resources and network to scale your impact. Mentors in Residence, on the other hand, will share their wealth of knowledge, guiding and inspiring our alumni founders and their teams toward groundbreaking success. Apply to Become an EIR or MIR by EOD March 8th!
Alumni VentureCat 2024: We're thrilled to launch Northwestern’s inaugural Alumni VentureCat Startup Competition, a groundbreaking platform for alumni founders. Five founders will have the chance to compete in our live showcase in San Francisco for a winner-take-all grand prize of $100,000. If you're an early-stage founder, this opportunity is for you. This initiative is not just a competition; it's a catalyst for growth, connection, and exposure. Applications are open until April 5, 2024. Take advantage of this unparalleled opportunity to propel your venture. Apply Now!
🌐Connectivity: Fostering Connections
The Black in Innovation Mixer - A Reflection: Our recent mixer celebrating Black History Month on February 15th at Sobre Mesa was not just an event; it was a testament to the vibrant spirit and enduring contributions of our Black alumni in the realms of innovation and entrepreneurship. This gathering underscored the importance of community, dialogue, and mutual support, setting the stage for future collaborations and success stories within our network. Read the Recap Here!
Unlock Opportunities with Northwestern Talent: Dive into our dedicated job board designed to foster connections between Northwestern alumni and the innovative startups founded by our very own graduates. With more than 70 open roles across over 40 companies, ranging from pre-seed to Series A stages, this platform is an ideal resource for alumni seeking to make their mark in a dynamic startup environment or find top-tier Northwestern talent to join their growing teams. Whether you’re looking to contribute your skills or strengthen your venture with fellow Wildcats, our job board is your gateway to enriching professional engagements and collaborations. Discover Opportunities Here!
🤝Collaboration: Collaborative Growth
Women’s History Month Celebration: Join us for a creative innovation workshop led by Kellogg alum Jo Thorogood from The Sage Network. This exclusive workshop for our women alumni innovators is designed to spark creativity and turn innovative ideas into actionable concepts. Celebrate Women's History Month with us and harness the power of creative collaboration. RSVP Now to Secure Your Spot!
Here’s to a future where innovation and community walk hand in hand,
Keyaira ✨