LAST CALL 📢 The IDEAinstitute Fall 2024 application deadline has been extended to next week, Monday, September 2nd, at midnight! Countless great applications have been submitted, and there's still time for more founders to apply: https://lnkd.in/g8Ztpybe
The Idea Village
Non-profit Organizations
New Orleans, LA 5,636 followers
For Entrepreneurs and Those Who Believe in Them
About us
Founded in 2000, The Idea Village formalized in 2002 as an independent 501©(3) nonprofit dedicated to engaging our community to embrace innovation, entrepreneurship, and new thinking. The Idea Village has established itself as a globally-recognized leader in developing place-based entrepreneurial ecosystems. As a result, New Orleans is now in the top 10% of best cities to start a business in the country (WalletHub), with startup activity 64% above the national average (The Data Center). We've been called America's #1 Biggest Brain Magnet (Forbes) and 1 of the 20 Hottest Startup Hubs in America (The Kauffman Foundation). The Idea Village is committed to sustaining the local entrepreneurial movement by providing direct services to entrepreneurs, engaging the community, and supporting initiatives that leverage entrepreneurship to catalyze change.
- Website
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http://www.ideavillage.org
External link for The Idea Village
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- New Orleans, LA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2000
- Specialties
- Startup Acceleration, Ecosystem Building, Entrepreneur Education, Community Development, and Program Development
Locations
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Primary
900 Camp St
Suite 308
New Orleans, LA 70130, US
Employees at The Idea Village
Updates
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The Idea Village reposted this
Applications are open for the Fall 2024 IDEAinstitute cohort – an idea-stage accelerator that introduces innovative entrepreneurs and aspiring startup founders to the tools they need to turn an idea into a scalable venture. Applications close THIS Tuesday, August 27th. Learn more & apply: https://lnkd.in/g8k7XWrR
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IDEAinstitute has been led by Dr. Felipe Massa since its debut. Dr. Massa has significant expertise in idea-stage startups. Dr. Valencia Belle - pictured here - CEO & founder of S.C.H.O.O.L.S. Program, participated in both IDEAinstitute & VILLAGEx. In 2023, Dr. Belle achieved over $400K in sales through bootstrapping and is currently on track to earn $1M. Deadline to apply is next Tuesday, August 27th! https://lnkd.in/g8Ztpybe
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Exciting news! Ochsner Health announces $10M Ochsner Louisiana Innovation Fund, dedicated to investing in early-stage health companies in Louisiana. This partnership with Louisiana Economic Development drives innovation, job creation, and improves healthcare access, strengthening Louisiana’s economy & ecosystem. Read more: ochsner.org/ventures/funds
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The Idea Village reposted this
The Olivia Pope of SaaS | Podcast Host | Speaker | Founder The Missing Piece & HopeDealers.io I Mom of 4 | ForbesBLK➜ Using principles of ABA to increase Sales & Build relationships
Last year Nikki Carney and I set out with The Idea Village to really bring our vision with The Missing Piece App to life. We enrolled in the 10 week accelerator where we built upon identifying our first customer to learning to pitch our business. I've met some of the most incredible entrepreneurs and been introduced to resources and community that has been supportive, collaborative, and truly instrumental into the space we are currently in. If you have an idea or you're in the early stages of your business and want to take it a step further click the link below and start shooting your shot!!! Ready to bring your startup idea to life? Apply for the Fall 2024 IDEAinstitute cohort – an idea-stage accelerator that introduces innovative entrepreneurs & aspiring startup founders to the tools they need to turn an idea into a scalable venture. Applications close on Tuesday, August 27th. Learn more & apply:
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IDEAinstitute alumni have reported raising over $8M in capital following their completion of the program & it all started with an idea! Apply now: https://lnkd.in/g8Ztpybe
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The Idea Village reposted this
Founder & CEO of Thrivvy, EIR & Program Manager Building an Ecosystem to Support Entrepreneurs on the Northshore of Louisiana
Ready to build a high-growth business? All it takes is an idea to start and IDEAinstitute Northshore will help you accelerate! Over the first five weeks, you will: 🔍 Create a customer profile that will guide decision-making as you grow 💊 Validate the pain points you're addressing are both real and pressing 🔧 Use Design Thinking tools to model the customer experience 💼 Map out the nine building blocks that will constitute your business 🆚 Taking a deep dive into your competitors, important trends, and positioning strategies This 10-week intensive accelerator starts September 4th! Submit applications by Tuesday, August 27th. Apply today and take your business or idea to the next level: https://lnkd.in/dMz9SwAy
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Last week, Glass Half Full, VILLAGEx alum, officially broke ground on their new facility in Chalmette, LA. They are building a state-of-the-art recycling facility that will allow them to collect glass across Louisiana to the Florida panhandle ♻️ This is a major milestone for Louisiana's growth as a sustainable & innovative state; congrats to local co-founders Franziska Trautmann and Max Steitz.
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On episode 2 of Big Easy Ideas, you will hear about not only the 'how and why' of scientific discovery but also the 'how and who' of product development 💡 Check out bigeasyideas.com Special shoutout to Tulane University Innovation Institute for presenting this season on #BioTech
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Apply for the Fall 2024 cohort of our idea-stage accelerator! This 10-week hybrid accelerator is for individuals who are ready to take the next step in their entrepreneurial journey! 💡 Apply now! https://lnkd.in/g8Ztpybe