Global Talent Executive | DEI Advocate & Speaker | Business Strategy and Transformation | Start-up Mentor & Advisor | Breast Cancer Survivor & Patient Advocate
Progress at ATV Sylvan in South Downtown Atlanta is moving at #StartupSpeed, and we couldn’t be more thrilled.
Our Managing Director, Aly Merritt and Director of Community + Growth, Julie Pierre are sharing more about some of the developments of the space, the history we’re honoring, and the future we can’t wait to create with you!
Stick around until the end of the video to see how excited we really are...
Interested in staying in the know and getting real-time updates? Sign up for the ATV Sylvan waitlist: https://tr.ee/rYCXmSP7l3
Join Atlanta Tech Village and Dualboot Partners on Tuesday for hashtag
#CSuiteConnect: your chance to connect with a founders and C-Suite executives in small group fireside chats!
In case you need any convincing to learn more from Lara Hodgson, check out some highlights from her impressive background below. 👇
• President & CEO of NOW Corp: Co-founded NOW Corp to help small businesses get paid immediately with NowAccount®, a unique payment system.
• Co-Author: Co-authored “Level Up: Rise Above the Hidden Forces Holding Your Business Back” with Stacey Abrams and Heather Cabot.
• Harvard Business School: Serves as an Entrepreneur in Residence at Harvard Business School; NOW Corp is also featured in a Harvard Business School case study.
• Diverse Entrepreneurial Background: Co-founded Nourish Inc., served as EVP of Dunk (with Shaquille O’Neal), and was SVP & GM of iXL’s Retail and Consumer Products Division.
• Education: Holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a BS in Aerospace Engineering with highest honors from Georgia Tech.
• Recognition: Named to the Worthy 100 List by Worth Magazine in 2022; has received numerous awards, including Womenetics POW! Award, E&Y Entrepreneurial Winning Women, and Georgia Tech’s Total Person Alumnus Award.
• Board Service: Serves on multiple boards, including the Georgia Tech Foundation, and is involved in various leadership programs.
Don't miss your chance to learn about Lara's expansive experience and knowledge at next week's event. Save your seat (for free!) here: https://bit.ly/4dANsZr
Curious about how your personality impacts your work?
Join us at the next Women + Tech Meetup, for lunch and a workshop where we’ll dive deep into the Enneagram—a powerful tool for self-awareness and growth.
We’ll explore the nine personality types, uncovering the strengths and challenges of each. Whether you're struggling with sales or want to develop new skills, this session will help you understand your unique path to success.
Learn how to turn unconscious behaviors into intentional, impactful actions!
$10 for guests, free for Villagers. Register here: https://bit.ly/48Hx2eD
Thank you to our sponsors at Google and our partners at Folks Events!
We've got something big coming this September...
Join us on Monday, the 30th for ATL Startup Village PITCH OFF! The competition where we take the winners from the last five Atlanta Startup Village and they battle it out for the ultimate prize.
Meet our finalists:
🏀 BigHoops: Big Hoops connects basketball enthusiasts to exciting pick-up games, creating a vibrant community for players of all skill levels to find and join local games.
💬 Callbird: Callbird offers an innovative platform for managing and optimizing business calls, enhancing communication and productivity with easy-to-use scheduling and call tracking features.
💻 Cibola Story Studio: Cibola Story Studio provides screenwriters with Screenwritr, an all-in-one tool that streamlines the scriptwriting process with intuitive features for developing and managing stories.
📚 QuestRead: QuestRead turns reading into an interactive adventure, using gamification to encourage literacy and make learning engaging for students of all ages.
🤸♀️ Total Wellness Innovations: Total Wellness Innovations delivers holistic health and wellness solutions, focusing on personalized care and technology-driven approaches to enhance overall well-being.
The winner of the Pitch Off will get TWO free one-year memberships to Atlanta Tech Village plus parking - a $13,000 value.
Don't miss out on Monday, September 30th to join us for free beer, networking, and tough competition.
Register here for free: https://bit.ly/3TFrIUS
C-Suite Connect at Atlanta Tech Village bridges the gap between ambitious entrepreneurs and seasoned C-Suite executives.
This month, we’re excited to feature Lara Hodgson, Co-founder, President & CEO of NowCorp, a trailblazer in financial innovation.
Join us to explore how Lara's company, NOWaccount®, is revolutionizing B2B payments and empowering businesses to accelerate growth.
Gain insights into the challenges and opportunities in today’s financial landscape, and discover how Lara's leadership is shaping the future of business.
Thank you to our friends at Dualboot Partners for bringing this series to life!
Save your seat for your chance to connect with this incredible leader in ATL's ecosystem! https://bit.ly/4dANsZr#CSuiteConnect#Entrepreneurship#FinancialInnovation#Leadership#AtlantaTechVillage#Fintech#AtlantaStartups
🌟 Unveiling the Future: ATV Sylvan Renderings Released! 🏙️
We're buzzing with excitement to share the first glimpse of Atlanta Tech Village's newest innovation hub: ATV Sylvan in South Downtown Atlanta. Set to open its doors in early 2025, this space is poised to redefine the startup landscape in Atlanta.
These renderings showcase our vision for a dynamic, forward-thinking environment where entrepreneurs can dream big and build bigger. Picture yourself brainstorming in light-filled common areas, sealing deals in state-of-the-art meeting rooms, or finding your next breakthrough in cozy focus nooks.
ATV Sylvan isn't just a workspace—it's a launchpad for the next generation of tech innovators. We're creating a community where collaboration is currency and innovation is the native language.
🚀 Ready to be part of Atlanta's next chapter in tech? Waitlist spots are filling up fast. Visit our website to secure your place in this game-changing project.
Together, let's turn these renderings into reality and shape the future of Atlanta's tech ecosystem. The countdown to 2025 starts now!
#ATVSylvan#SouthDowntownATL#AtlantaTechVillage#StartupLife#TechHub#ATLConstructionUpdate#InnovationHub#ATLStartupEcosystem
Was great to meet you Trellis! Look forward to seeing you around the village.