GEW SFL Schedule

Technology Marketing and Communications Director for NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, Mikaela McShane will discuss NASA’s Technology Transfer Program which offers companies, individuals and startups the chance to license cutting edge space technology, enabling them to take the technology beyond its original space application and into a new industry. NASA technology lends credibility to new ventures and infuses existing businesses with innovative new intellectual property.
|| Address: 100 S Andrews Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 (5th Floor Classroom)

The initial plunge into Entrepreneurship requires constant creativity, but what happens when the logistics take over, everyone gets busy, and “new and novel” gets put on the back burner? We know creativity is always a plus, but how do we keep it simple, quick, and effective? This session is designed to deliver the strategies and thought systems needed to maintain easy, eternal creativity in your business (and anywhere else in life you choose to apply this!) * Must be 21. || Address: 1105 NE 13th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Although a Board Certified Patent Attorney & Adjunct Professor of Law, John Rizvi has found that it is not lack of technical skills or knowledge that holds most entrepreneurs back – it is their comfort zone. President Theodore Roosevelt referred to this place as the “gray twilight”, that place where you can avoid failure and the harsh judgment of others. In this presentation, you will leave inspired to Escape the Gray Twilight and with a knowledge of the tools you need to win. Complimentary Refreshments Provided.
|| Address: 100 S Andrews Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Join us for this dynamic presentation by Cinthya Lavin, Communications Director for BBB South-East Florida: Online reviews have become a reference point for clients and potential consumers across the globe and because so many people trust them when making purchasing decisions, 90% of people first check out online reviews before doing business. Managing your reviews is part of your brand reputation. This presentation will help you how to better manage your online across different platforms. Special Discount Offers and a Chance to Win Great Prizes!
|| Address: 4460 Weston Rd, Davie, FL 33331

It’s time to celebrate! General Assembly has ‘assembled’ in South Florida and we are excited to meet you in Fort Lauderdale for GEW! Join us for this incredible launch event focused on the future of work and closing the skills gap. Today’s most innovative companies have learned already adopted the future of work. What sets them apart is their willingness and determination to find and close the skills gap within their organization. General Assembly gathers industry leaders to share how they approach the challenge of upskilling the workforce. In this discussion, we’ll cover how to bridge the gap between current team capabilities and the skills needed to stay competitive. Whether radically reskilling existing teams, onboarding new talent, or developing initiatives to diversify an organization, the companies who adapt fastest will stand the test of time. * Must be 21.
|| Address: 1105 NE 13th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Join us for the Opening Night Ceremony to be held on Monday November 18th from 8:00pm to 10:00pm. Limited quantity of free drink tickets, appetizers and swag bags will be available. * Must be 21.
|| Address: 1105 NE 13th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

What do you think of when you think of the library? You probably think, “It’s where I go to get my books” or “It’s where I go if I need to use the internet.” It’s true; libraries are filled with books, computers, and free Wi-Fi. However, libraries are also filled with certified information professionals eager to help you with your research needs. Sheldon Burke and Frank Pennetti, business librarians of the Creation Station Business, are two such professionals. Mr. Pennetti and Mr. Burke feel that business should be about making money—not spending it—so they have compiled free resources from across the web and from local institutions to help entrepreneurs thrive.
|| Address: 100 S Andrews Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 (7th Floor Computer Lab)

Olivia Ramos co-founder of DeepBlocks will take us on an entertaining and insightful journey through her experience building an artificial intelligence startup for real estate development. * Must be 21.
|| Address: 828 NE 4th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Jessica Shin, Apollonix co-founder, will share the inspiration and challenges of building a health tech company, how the business has evolved, and her strategies for persevering. * Must be 21.
|| Address: 828 NE 4th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

With entrepreneurship being the aspiration of many, Curtis “Dubblup” Washington takes you behind the curtain to show you the true cost of being the boss. Join the discussion as we breakdown mindset and strategies for longevity, as well as busting myths and false narratives in the world of entrepreneurship. * Must be 21.
|| Address: 828 NE 4th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

What is your why and how do you plan on accomplishing this even with the obstacles you’re facing?  Urban League of Broward County Entrepreneurship Center Division Manager,  Bryan Cunningham will help us navigate these topics that every entrepreneur must face before achieving success.
|| Address: 828 NE 4th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Startup attorney, Devon Jenkins, discusses the “Startup Checklist” and the essential contracts and comprehensive growth-oriented strategies for new, growing, and established startups alike. * Must be 21.
|| Address: 828 NE 4th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Diversity is out and inclusion is in. Are these words just labels being thrown around to indicate progress while the underlying dynamics remain the same? Ryan Hall of Black Valley Digital, will moderate a panel of black tech entrepreneurs Mac Alabre founder of Lien Library and Kaydon Preston co-founder of CaribShopper, in a vital discussion on the subject of inclusion in tech entrepreneurship for black men.

Startup Sisters USA invites you to join South Florida entrepreneurs for an evening of good eats, drinks, and boss bingo – a fun networking experience designed to forge authentic relationships with business leaders in your community. Win prizes and make connections during this pop-up experience led by Lauren Marsicano, The Networking Maverick. Complimentary Refreshments Provided. * Must be 21.
|| Address: 828 NE 4th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

With the expert guidance of Sandra Noemi Torres you will learn how to create a content strategy for your business that will attract your ideal clients. Learn how to find your target market and create content that drives them to inquire about your products and services. Learn the different and critical types of content to effectively reach your audience and maximize your time online. * Must be 21.
|| Address: 828 NE 4th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

As leaders how do we ensure that inclusion is part of our organizational culture and not just the buzzword of the moment? What are the building blocks of a culture where each individual has a voice and a seat at the table within the organization? This panel, moderated in Spanish and English by Janie Flores, President, Buena Vida Media, with the participation of Arminda “Mindy” Figueroa, CEO, Latin2Latin Marketing, Paula Celestino, Co-founder, Crea7ive, Pia Celestino, Co-founder, Crea7ive and Jorge Cortes, organizer of Startup Safari Miami, will address those questions and more.

Como líderes, ¿cómo nos aseguramos de que la inclusión sea parte de nuestra cultura organizacional y no solo la palabra de moda del momento? ¿Cuáles son los componentes básicos de una cultura en la que cada individuo tiene una voz y un asiento en la mesa dentro de la organización? Este panel, moderado en español e inglés por Janie Flores, Presidenta, Buena Vida Media, con la participación de Arminda “Mindy” Figueroa, CEO, Latin2Latin Marketing, Paula Celestino, Cofundadora, Crea7ive, Pia Celestino, Cofundadora, Crea7ive y Jorge Cortes, organizador de Startup Safari Miami, abordará esas preguntas y más. * Must be 21.
|| Address: 828 NE 4th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Building an impactful startup starts with planning. Pedro Sostre, manager of Wework Labs, will review the metrics that lead to startup success, crafting your startup story properly, and building a financial plan that takes you beyond the small business. We’ll set the framework for building companies that make headlines and change cities. * Must be 21.
|| Address: 828 NE 4th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Product Hunt surfaces the best new products every day! It is the place for investors to find the hottest up and coming products, startups, and founders. We have many success stories of startups getting hunted, and featured right here in South Florida.  In this interactive and informative session presented by your local South Florida hunting expert Marie Dorsett, you will learn:

– How the hunt works
– Who your local Product Hunters are and what they do to help startups
– Best practices for getting featured on Product Hunt and more!
* Must be 21.

|| Address: 828 NE 4th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

This dynamic panel discussion will provide a forum for attendees to engage the expertise and perspectives of five women who have grown audiences and built strong and engaged ecosystems–effectively, blooming where they have been planted, at various points along their entrepreneurial journeys. The panelists are Julia Aquino-Serrano, of SheDefined, Inc., television host and attorney, Suzette Speaks, of S.P.E.A.K. Women’s Conference, Natasha Wright of The Diamond Butterfly and Danielle Faust of okdani.com, and will be moderated by Michelle Y. Talbert, Esq. of Her Power Moves. * Must be 21.
|| Address: 828 NE 4th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

It’s everywhere: your supermarket, convenience store, pharmacy, health magazine, beauty salon – there seems to be no limit to the number of products and advertisements promoting the benefits of cannabidiol (“CBD”), hemp extracts and hemp infusions. With increasing consumer interest in this emerging market, more companies are taking steps towards entering this space; from ingestible products, including foods, beverages and dietary supplements, to topical products, such as cosmetics, creams and lotions – for both human and animal use. Join Penny Price Payne, CoFounder/COO/CMO, Florida Cannaceuticals, to learn more about CBD and hemp, the industry, regulations, compliance and more! * Must be 21.
|| Address: 1105 NE 13th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Hear the first hand story of how a peace corp activist in Africa “discovered” the Tree of Life – moringa oleifera – and decided to build a company that would create a sustainable supply chain and introduce the North American palate to all things moringa – a plant based protein rich in vitamins and antioxidants that helps to lower blood pressure, balance out cholesterol has protein and some fiber. Presented by Sergio Mankita, National Field Marketing Coordinator www.kulikulifoods.com * Must be 21.
|| Address: 1105 NE 13th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Scott Joseph of the South Florida Food Association, will be taking us on a deep dive into food & beverage manufacturing, distribution, sales, brokers, marketing, advertising and raising capital. * Must be 21.
|| Address: 1105 NE 13th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

If you ever wanted to own a cool craft brewery, this is going to be an eye opening workshop. Miami Brewer Academy Director of Education extraordinaire Todd H. Space will take us on a tour of Gulf Stream Brewing and educate us on the details of beer crafting while we sample Gulf Stream Brewing’s finest brews. Complimentary Refreshments Provided. * Must be 21.
|| Address: 1105 NE 13th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Joins us as Guy Kawasaki, entrepreneurship evangelist and author of many books including the Art Of The Start, delivers a Live Streamed presentation on how to make that perfect pitch. Live stream will be hosted on Youtube and a brief Q&A will follow.
Link to Live Stream: http://go.suego.co/gew19guy
Link to Q&A: https://pigeonhole.at/gewsfl

Join us for our networking session with the South Florida startup ecosystem movers and shakers. Learn about Founder Institute and how the largest accelerator in the world has helped propelled thousands of startups to greater heights. Complimentary Refreshments Provided.
|| Address: 300 SW 1st Ave #155, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Come and support the best local startups with Founder Institute South Florida after connecting and engaging with local ecosystem players.
Prizes include:
– Seat at Founder Institute Upcoming Semester
– Admission to HubSpot for Startups
– Credits to MailJet, Efortles and SeedLawyers
– Free consultation with Slide UX
Send 1 minute pitch YouTube link to startups@startupbroward.org by Wednesday 20th midnight (12 am) for opportunity to pitch.
|| Address: 300 SW 1st Ave #155, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Join us for the Closing Night Ceremony to be held on Saturday November 23rd from 8:00pm to 10:00pm. Limited quantity of free drink tickets, appetizers and swag bags will be available. * Must be 21.
|| Address: 1105 NE 13th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304