The State of Venture in Ohio® - 2023
2023-10-20 11:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Parkway Suite 200, New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
FRIDAY 10/20/23, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
IN-PERSON at Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Pkwy, Suite 200, New Albany, OH 43054
Be ready to interact with our presenter and your fellow participants.
And, please arrive at 11:30 am. Enjoy lunch. Mingle. Make new friends!
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This is the 2023 edition of Lindsay Karas Stencel’s annual talk on The State of Venture in Ohio ®.
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For the 6th year in a row, Lindsay will walk attendees through the status of VC funding in Ohio, discussing new venture fund formation, large exits, and investments and places where the state can continue to develop and grow. She will weave in some pop culture references, leave plenty of time for Q&A, and definitely keep the FUN in FUND.
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Lindsay Karas Stencel is a Partner in the New Ventures practice at the law firm of Thompson Hine and chairs the firm’s fund formation subgroup. She advises entrepreneurs, investors and fund managers on venture capital and startup matters, venture capital fund formation, mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, federal and state securities filings and compliance, including public and private securities offerings, and corporate organization and governance matters.
Prior to joining Thompson Hine, Lindsay served as a Partner and Chief Legal Counsel at a Midwest-focused venture capital firm that invests in pre-seed, seed early stage and growth stage technology companies serving several industries. There, her efforts primarily focused on deal structuring, portfolio management, limited partner relations, fundraising and exit transactions.
Simultaneously, she ran her own private practice representing emerging and diverse venture fund managers across the country, startup clients and founders, investors, and small businesses, assisting with venture fund formation and strategy, strategic deal formation, unique deal structuring and other corporate legal matters.
She also acquired significant experience while serving as Chief Operating Officer and Fund Manager, and subsequently Chief Investment Officer, Chief Legal Officer, and Managing Partner for a venture development organization in upstate New York, where she led that firm to have one of the most active seed funds in the country and spearheaded the formation and development of the largest seed fund in the history of the area.
Lindsay’s unique blend of legal, fundraising and operational experience as a founder and venture capitalist provides her with the ability to acutely understand the issues facing her venture and startup clients. She understands firsthand the matters most important to her clients and can creatively solve problems and efficiently design solutions to rapidly close transactions for investors and entrepreneurs alike.
Lindsay teaches “Venture Capital and Dealmaking” at The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law, where she also frequently guest lectures on contract drafting and preferred securities issuances. She also owns her own fitness facility. Lindsay is a national speaker on topics of women and diversity and inclusion in finance, venture capital, venture capital deal structuring and startup investing.
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Event Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch and socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to fellow participants
12:05 pm – Hand-off to Lindsay
1:00 pm – Wrap

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Green Light Improv: Enhance Your Ability to Deal with Change
2023-10-27 11:30 - 13:00 | Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Parkway Suite 200, New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
FRIDAY 10/27/23, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
IN-PERSON at Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Pkwy, Suite 200, New Albany, OH 43054
Be ready to interact with our presenter and your fellow participants.
And, please arrive at 11:30 am. Enjoy lunch. Mingle. Make new friends!
Please join Nathan Minns, Founder of Green Light Improv, who will lead this TIGER Tools Workshop Event.
Based on the principles of improv comedy, Nathan will get you moving while bringing out your creativity in an opt-in environment.
As a group and community, we can do anything. This workshop focuses on three major tenets:

Team Building: We will focus on community development and fun.
Creativity: We focus on enhancing creative thinking skills and ideating as entrepreneurs in high-stakes environments, just like improvisers
Resilience: While leaning on your team, you will learn to blow past obstacles

Nathan will facilitate improv-based exercises that encourage you to:

become more comfortable with change, as an entrepreneur
think outside the box
learn new ways to positively impact the world around you

You will walk away:

a better communicator
a better entrepreneur
able to think in a more open-minded way
with more confidence in taking your seat at the table
with more advanced communication skills including active listening skills
with an extra friend or two

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Nathan Minns is an actor & a 3X entrepreneur, based in Columbus. He is the Founder of Green Light Improv.
Nathan has been acting professionally since 2015, and since then, he’s seen a dramatic change in himself. He’s a more open and confident communicator. He’s a better listener and entrepreneur. He’s developed more of a growth mindset and more. So can you!
Green Light Improv uses improv comedy as a tool to cultivate resilience, enhance creativity, and improve communication for students & teams.
Green Light’s exercises were created to give you the day-to-day benefit of years of performance, in a condensed and captivating program. Green Light works with corporate teams, professional organizations, student groups, and any groups that want to improve their effectiveness, especially those that are excited by opportunities to learn through active, creative techniques.
Learn more at the Green Light Improv website: https://greenlightimprov.com/
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to fellow participants: “Your 15 Seconds of Fame”
12:05 pm – Hand-off to Nathan
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing

Name*

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Learn How to Grow Your Business with SBA Funding from The Nation’s Largest SBA Lender
2023-11-01 11:30 - 13:00 | Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Parkway Suite 200, New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
Wed 11/1/23, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
IN-PERSON at Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Pkwy, Suite 200, New Albany, OH 43054
Be ready to interact with our presenter, Paul Collinsworth, and your fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.
Please join Paul Collinsworth of Huntington National Bank for this practical TIGER Talk about financing the growth of your business with loaned capital from the US Small Business Administration (SBA), including: its advantages, when to consider using it, and how to and how to be successful when using it.
Who Should Attend:

Anyone interested in starting a business, either franchise or non-franchise business.
Anyone interested in purchasing an existing business. Either a franchise or non-franchise
Anyone interested in “buying out” a business partner.
Anyone interested in recapitalizing their business.
Leaders of businesses experiencing rapid growth.
Leaders of businesses that are leasing their space & are considering purchasing RE to house their operation.

Key Takeaways:

When SBA loans are the right tool to purchase or grow a business.
The preparation needed, if you’re aiming to purchase am existing business.
The preparation needed, if you want to start a business.
What banks are looking for when evaluating businesses that are seeking loans.
How to succeed in securing & using SBA loaned capital.

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Paul Collinsworth is a VP, SBA Lender with Huntington National Bank. Huntington is the nation’s #1 SBA lender. Paul has focused on SBA lending since 2016.
Prior to that, Paul spent 6 years at Huntington in Middle Market lending to larger institutions and businesses. And previously, he spent 10 years as a Business Banker working with small businesses.
In the 1990s, Paul worked as a loan officer at the U.S. Small Business Administration. Today, as an SBA Lender with Huntington, he routinely finances: business acquisitions, start-up business loans, partner buy-outs, businesses in need of working capital, and businesses needing capital to finance the acquisition of real estate and/or equipment.
Paul earned his BA in Economics at Kenyon College and his MBA in Finance at The Ohio State University.
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to Paul
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing

Name*

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Stoic Threads of Inclusivity: Weaving Diversity and Equity
2023-11-03 11:30 - 13:00 | Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Parkway Suite 200, New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
FRI 11/3/23, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
IN-PERSON at Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Pkwy, Suite 200, New Albany, OH 43054
Be ready to interact with our presenter, Fred Wills, and your fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am. Eat lunch. Mingle. Make new friends.
Join us for a thought-provoking presentation on innovative leadership, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) through Stoic philosophy.
In this TIGER Talk, Fred Wills will showcase how Stoicism’s principles align with DEI values, emphasizing shared identity, equality, and respect for differences.
Fred will also explore practical applications such as mitigating bias, leading by moral example, and fostering inclusive environments, all underpinned by Stoic mindfulness to promote an innovative and inclusive culture.
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Our presenter, Fred Wills is a true thought leader, boasting expertise in diversity, equity, inclusion, organizational development, and the impact they have on performance, transformation, and change.
Fred brings deep experience as a top diversity and inclusion leader at globally acclaimed healthcare institutions like Mayo Clinic and Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Fred founded Inclusiastic Consulting to bring about transformation and revolution in organizations.
Through engaging real-world examples and drawing from his own unique journey, Fred sheds light on the path to achieving distinction and fostering innovation. His message resonates strongly, demonstrating that prioritizing equity and inclusion is commendable and crucial in achieving unparalleled success.
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to full crowd (your “best 20 seconds”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to Fred
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing

Name*

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Cybersecurity Unleashed: Defending the Digital Frontier
2023-11-08 11:30 - 13:00 | Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Parkway Suite 200, New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
WED 11/8/23, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
IN-PERSON at Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Pkwy, Suite 200, New Albany, OH 43054
Be ready to interact with our presenter, Katie Gioffre, and your fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.
Please join us for this TIGER Talk by Katie Gioffre of IP Pathways.
You’ll will take an enlightening journey through the ever-evolving landscape of digital threats and protection, learning to decipher the complex world of cybersecurity, gaining insights into the latest tactics employed by cybercriminals, and understanding how to thwart them effectively. And you’ll discover the critical importance of cyber resilience, exploring strategies to fortify their digital defenses and bounce back stronger from potential breaches.
By the end of this talk, you’ll have comprehensive knowledge of the essential tools, practices, and mindsets necessary to safeguard your digital assets and become true guardians of the digital frontier.
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In Katie’s own words:
I’m thrilled to be your speaker for all things cyber security. As the Regional Director at IP Pathways, a nationwide IT service solution (check us out at https://www.ippathways.com), I’ve had the privilege of diving deep into the ever-evolving world of enterprise technology solutions, with a recent focus on cyber security.
With nearly two decades of experience, I’ve worn many hats, from government contracting to change management. But my heart truly beats for transformation. Armed with a Philosophy degree from The Ohio State University, I’m all about supporting the liberal arts through various nonprofit organizations.
I’m passionate about leading an automated, yet human-centered consultancy that helps our clients unleash their full potential. I get the daily challenges that business executives face, and I’m all about offering a tailored methodology to boost productivity, crank up employee engagement, and drive digital innovation.
So, get ready to dive into the exciting realm of cyber security with me. We’ll unpack the latest trends, debunk myths, and equip you with the knowledge and strategies to fortify your digital fortress. Can’t wait to connect with you all!
See you at the talk!
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to Katie
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing
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The Importance of Feedback in Market Validation
2023-11-10 11:30 - 13:00 | Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Parkway Suite 200, New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
Fri 11/10/23, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
IN-PERSON at Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Pkwy, Suite 200, New Albany, OH 43054
Be ready to interact with our presenter, Matt Cynkar, and your fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.
At this interactive TIGER Talk, Matt Cynkar, Managing Director at Rev1 Ventures, will provide advice to help founders of tech startups aiming to scale rapidly.
Matt help you understand the importance of market validation and how to collect feedback from your target audience.
In this session, you will learn:

How to identify and find your target audience to collect feedback
How to think about feedback in an “MVP” format (MVP = Minimum Viable Product)
How to analyze and interpret feedback
Why this should be an ongoing part of your strategy

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Matt Cynkar is the Managing Director, Market Intelligence & Data Analytics for Rev1 Ventures.
Matt leads a team that applies market intelligence and analytics to accelerate Rev1’s growth strategy. From owning the integrity of Rev1’s internal data to producing analyses related to specific industries, the team’s work will be an important driver of business insights and strategic guidance.
Matt brings a strong understanding of research methodology and is a proven leader in project management and planning. He identifies and targets the appropriate data sources—both qualitative and quantitative—to support the needs of the entrepreneurs that Rev1 serves and the portfolio companies these entrepreneurs are working to scale. Matt furthers Rev1’s data-driven approach to expand its industry leadership in the region, the state, and beyond.
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to Matt
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing

Name*

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Company*Consent to Use My Image & Voice*By registering for & participating in this event, I am consenting to the recording of my image and/or voice. I am also authorizing Innovate New Albany to use photographs, video, and audio recordings containing my image and/or voice in any medium for any purpose.

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Expert Office Hours: December 7, 2023
2023-12-07 09:00 - 12:00 | OH
Thursday Dec 7 | 9:00-12:00PM
Meet 1-on-1 w/ the Experts you need –
100% VIRTUAL Format
Innovate New Albany created Expert 😎 Office Hours to make it easy for business owners & aspiring entrepreneurs to get the answers they need.
Please set all your appointments by 12 Noon, Wednesday 12/6/23.
We will end registrations at Noon, so our Experts can plan their Thursday schedules.
STEPS
1. Review our roster of Experts, below
2. Click on the link below the Expert’s name to schedule an appointment
3. Make individual appointments w/ the experts you need – just ONE – or, up to a maximum of SIX
4. You’ll receive an email & a calendar invitation – w/ a Zoom link for each appointment
5. Thurs Dec 7: at time of each appointment, click on Zoom link to meet w/ your selected Expert
NOTES
1. For most of you, a personal computer will be the best means to access your Expert meetings via Zoom; no need to download software
2. Questions? Email Neil Collins at “neil@InnovateNewAlbany.org”

Schedule up to six 30-minute meeting(s) below:
Ryan Steele | Porter Wright
Startup & Emerging Business Law
At Porter Wright, Ryan Steele helps early stage entrepreneurs choose optimal business structures and complete the documentation needed to establish their business foundation, grow and expand, and ultimately exit on their own favorable terms.
Ryan also handles corporate contractual matters to bring mergers, acquisitions, financing, startup operations, and other general business transactions to fruition. Combining business operations knowledge with legal acumen, Ryan efficiently executes complex business contracts so that rapidly growing companies, business owners and early stage entrepreneurs can cost-effectively achieve their growth goals.
Ryan also brings great business savvy to his client relationships. Having managed an office of over 100 people, Ryan can apply his first-hand knowledge of everyday business functions including project management, employee management, and independent contracting, providing practical counsel to fast-growing entities so they can overcome challenges and achieve their business goals.
Great Questions for Ryan:

Incorporating Your New Business – What forms are possible and the pros/cons of each
Capital Tables – How to structure company ownership to ensure achieving my long term goals?
Business Operating Agreements – What are these and when does my business need one?
Liability – How do I protect myself and my business?
Written Contracts – When and why should my business use them?
Regulation & Red Tape – What docs must I file to comply with laws/rules for my industry?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Ryan.
Kaylee Willis | Porter Wright
Intellectual Property (Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights)

Kaylee is an intellectual property attorney who practices in the areas of patent, trademark, copyright, biotech and technology law. She works with clients on a wide variety of technologies, including food science, chemistry, biotechnology, medical devices, consumer products, product packaging, automotive technology and electrical appliance technology.
Kaylee drafts and prosecutes all stages of U.S. utility and design patent applications, as well as trademark applications with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). She also manages, prosecutes and enforces foreign and international patent and trademark portfolios. Kaylee also handles intellectual property licensing issues and other technology transactions.
In addition, Kaylee is experienced with enforcement of intellectual property rights, including litigation in patent, trademark and copyright infringement matters. She counsels clients on patentability opinions, infringement analyses and validity inquiries, and also handles cease and desist issues.
Great Questions for Kaylee:

What is the difference between patents, copyrights and trademarks?How do I protect my IP?
What is the process like to get a patent?
What is the process like to get a trademark?
How much does it cost, on average, to get and obtain a patent?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Kaylee.
Scott Longnecker | Huntington National Bank
Loans & Banking Services for Startups & Small Businesses
Scott Longnecker has over 20 years of experience in the finance and banking industry. His role as a Business Development Officer Sr has allowed him to develop a deep understanding of his client’s financial situations and to come up with solutions to help business customers like you reach your financial goals. Scott helps clients walk through the steps on how to obtain commercial loans, real estate loans, lines of credit, Small Business Administration (SBA) loans, and more.
Great questions for Scott:

What can I do about kinks in the supply chain?
What’s going on with the labor market?
What should I be doing to keep my good people?
How can I find the right clients and suppliers right now?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Scott.
Brad Griffith | Buckeye Innovation
Web Strategy & Engineering
Brad Griffith is President of Buckeye Innovation, the web strategy and engineering agency he started in 2009. Prior to starting Buckeye Innovation, Brad spent several years consulting and developing web applications in-house for a variety of companies including JPMorgan Chase, QUALCOMM, and the Go Big Network. Brad earned his Masters in Business Administration after completing his Bachelor’s in Electrical and Computer Engineering with honors, both at The Ohio State University.

He has more than 20 years of web development experience and has worked from coast to coast with small and large companies, educational institutions, non-profit organizations and government agencies to build innovative web solutions.

Great questions for Brad:

What is the best way to get my website started?
How do I start planning an application for my business?
How can I improve my site for better SEO?
What different ways can I start building my company’s brand?
How can I refresh or redesign my website?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Brad.
Satish Albert | E2 Infosystems
Custom Software & App Development

Satish Albert is Founder & CEO of E2 Infosystems. Satish offers a unique combination of experiences: enterprise software development and practical entrepreneurial a, the latter gained while bootstrapping and then selling his own successful SaaS startup. Satish has an advanced degree in computer science and deep experience leading development teams at premier tech companies including: AT&T, Lucent Technologies (Bell Labs), and Docomo Intertouch.

Satish launched E2 Infosystems to help emerging and scaling companies by engineering software solutions that meet their unique needs.

E2 Infosystems has developed software and mobile applications serving:

SaaS startups
Healthcare & Assisted Living businesses
Travel, Manufacturing and Enterprise Legacy Systems

Great questions for Satish:

How do I turn my idea into a software product or application?
What factors influence the price of software or app development?
What are the latest trends or best practices in software/nas/content/live/innovatena development?
How can I make sure my software or app is built to grow as my business grows?
What’s a realistic timeline & what milestones can I expect when developing my products?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Satish.
Ron Savoia | Stratus Innovations Group, LLC
IT Consulting, Azure PaaS Application Development
Ron Savoia has over 30 years of experience in IT consulting, starting with his first engagement with CompuServe in 1993 to help with their migration to WindowsNT and SQL Server for their new Email platform. He used this experience to join Microsoft’s new Enterprise Consulting Team, Microsoft Consulting Services (MCS), where he worked Nationwide, Limited and JPMC (BankOne at the time), and eventually running MCS’ Central Region Financial Services practice. He spent the last 3 years in MCS incubating the professional services needed to deploy the Microsoft offering that eventually became Office 365 and Azure.
Ron continued the focus on Cloud Services when he founded Stratus Innovations Group in 2010, working with local and global organizations to help develop their Cloud strategies, including Nationwide Childrens Hospital and Cardinal Health. Stratus Innovations Group now has a global reach of reach of working with Enterprise and Mid-Market companies in deploying Cloud Services for their IT infrastructure and line-of-business applications, including Ceridian, MKS/Spectra-Physics, Hexagon, PowerGrid Services, OrthopedicONE, BroadStreet Partners, and The Energy Cooperative.
Stratus Innovations Group’s vision is to become a software platform startup, where they recently released IT-Gig.com, which is a platform specifically for IT Service Providers.

Great questions for Ron:

What is the best way to get your first IT services customer?
Why do customers utilize IT contractors vs using FTEs?
Is it possible to have an IT contracting side-job while having a full-time job?
What is the difference between Azure and AWS from a Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) applications, and why would you use one over the other?
How do you differentiate the IT services you provide vs the many other providers in the market?
How do you scale/grow a sole proprietor IT Services organization?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Ron.
Tushar Kulkarni | Big Kitty Labs
Software Solutions to Meet Your Needs
Tushar has over 25 years of experience managing small to large-scale projects & teams
& delivering innovative tech solutions. Tushar founded Big Kitty Labs to pursue his passion for innovative tech solutions and bringing them to different domains. Under Tushar’s
leadership, Big Kitty Labs has successfully designed & delivered 200+ software systems in domains ranging from the government sector, healthcare, education, automative, aviation, agtech and sports.

Great questions for Tushar:

What were the initial challenges one faces when starting their tech company, and how can one overcome them?
How does one validate their tech idea or solution in the market before diving into development?
What were the key steps that one can take to build a talented and cohesive tech team
What strategies can one employ to market and promote your tech product or solution
Can you share any lessons learned or mistakes made during the early stages of your tech venture?
How does one navigate the competitive landscape and differentiate your tech product from existing solutions?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Tushar.
Lora Brown | Bookkeeping Simplified By Lora
Bookkeeper/Quickbooks Online Pro
Lora Brown has over 25 years experience with QuickBooks and Bookkeeping. She offers professional bookkeeping services anywhere in the United States. Her company is called Bookkeeping Simplified By Lora. She is also a QuickBooks Online Pro Advisor. Lora has a Bachelor of Science from Ohio University.
Bookkeeping Simplified By Lora’s mission is to partner with small business owners and take the stress off of their company by taking care of the financial aspects so they can focus on what is most important – growing their business! Building relationships with clients is extremely important in this industry. She will always have your financial health up to date and accurate.
Great questions for Lora:

I don’t have time to keep track of my expenses; can you get/keep them organized?
What range of services does a Bookkeeper provide?
What’s the best QuickBooks Online (QBO) Subscription for my business?
What great new features have been added to QBO?
Can I convert my QuickBooks Desktop version to QBO?
How do I manually upload bank transactions to QBO if the bank connection is not working?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Lora.

Laura Sandstrom | Book + Street
Financial Modeling, Cash Flow Planning, Fractional CFO Services
Laura brings over 20 years of valuation consulting to the team; she has worked at both Big4 consulting firms and boutique valuation firms. In that capacity she worked with a variety of clients ranging from small start-ups to large multinational conglomerates assisting them in the evaluation of their businesses for purposes of meeting GAAP requirements, in preparation of audit and Mergers & Acquisitions. Laura left valuation consulting to join the corporate world with Paycor. She helped bring SaaS metrics to monthly board reports and created a robust competitive intelligence library.
She also partnered with product teams and created complex models for them before entering into a long-term partnership agreement. Most recently Laura was Senior Director of Finance at Belcan. She managed all M&A activities, from LOI through to full integration, including financial due diligence, deal modeling, synergy tracking, non-IT integration, reporting unit changes and annual goodwill impairment testing. She also managed the weekly cash forecast ,finance operations support and oversaw the credit department.
Laura holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Xavier University and majored in Finance and Marketing. She obtained a Mini MBA from Miami University and holds an active license as an Accredited Senior Appraiser (ASA) with the American Society of Appraisers in Business Valuation. Laura serves as a Silent Board Member at Connetic Ventures.
Great questions for Laura:

When do I need to graduate from a bookkeeper to a controller?
I’m fundraising. What financial models should I have ready/
Why do I need a CFO?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Laura.
Jen Meek | Book + Street
HR and Talent Solutions
Jennifer is a result-driven executive, guiding leaders in laying the foundational work of their talent strategy. Going beyond the everyday Human Resources issues, she aligns people strategy with the overall goals and objectives of an organization. This intentional and authentic approach leads to identifying areas where an organization can continue to develop and thrive.
Her vast experience in the talent solutions arena also makes her a sought out subject matter expert. She is knowledgeable in C Suite issues that impact workplace culture, team dynamics, and internal communications strategies. A dedicated and passionate leader, Jennifer can provide personalized service, create meaningful and lasting relationships, and achieve profitable results.
Prior to Book+Street, Jen has 25 years of senior leadership experience, she served as Vice President of HR for a multibillion-dollar private equity-owned company in the oil and gas industry, with 1500 employees in 22 countries. Additionally, Jen was the President, CEO, and member of the Board of Directors of an HR consulting organization for 12 years.
Jen’s undergraduate degree is in Marketing from Bowling Green State University, and her Master’s in Business Administration is from Miami University of Ohio. She has served on many boards over the years and is currently a member of the Board of Advisors for Modern Ice Equipment and Supply.
Great Questions for Jen:

How do you build and sustain a conscious culture?
What are strategies that you can deploy to attract, recruit and retain top talent?
What are the keys to leading executive team communication?
How can you effectively and efficiently hold your team accountable?
Learn effective ways to articulate mission, vision and values for your company.

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Jen.
Manny Larcher | Stopwatch Creative
Growth Marketing & Branding
Manny Larcher is a first-generation American born in Columbus, Ohio, both of his parents are from St. Lucia. He serves as a Deal Flow associate with JumpStart Ventures, which combines capital, services, and connections to help entrepreneurs grow, researchers commercialize, and corporations innovate. As the co-founder and CEO of Stopwatch Creative, a boutique marketing/tech firm incubating platforms like CollaborateandElevate.com, which connects hundreds of businesses of all sizes with opportunities, Manny leads vision and growth.

A lifelong learner who genuinely enjoys digging deep into new technologies and the creatives developing them, Manny loves seeing innovative ideas, and the teams behind them flourish. He also serves on the Board with Black Men Talk Tech and Columbus Young Professionals.

Great questions for Manny:

How can I maximize the efforts of my team?
Are my marketing efforts really creating the action I want?
Am I using the best and current tech stack or strategies for growth?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Manny.

Susan Fortner | BPR International
Public Relations & Marketing
Susan Fortner has 20+ years of experience in public relations and marketing. Her firm BPR International manages accounts throughout the country specializing in health care, talent, banking, and packaged and soft goods. In addition the firm is recognized as a broker/partner with QVC, HSN, and Evine shopping networks.
Fortner has won awards and sits on the accreditation board to advance candidates in the Accreditation in Public Relations process. In 2013 Susan received special honors for her work in crisis management.
Great questions for Susan:

How can I promote my company on a limited budget?
How do I set Marketing & PR budgets that are sufficient to drive results?
What simple steps can I take to improve my social media visibility rapidly?
Which charities, like-minded businesses, and complementary companies should I partner with?
How do I create and execute events that will differentiate my business in a crowded market?
How can I get my products featured on shopping channels like QVC and HSN?

Click here schedule 30 minutes with Susan.
Megan Neff | Rev1 Ventures
Venture Development
Megan is a driven professional with a primary focus on guiding Life Sciences entrepreneurs and founding teams from concept to product-market fit, funding and capital plans, business growth strategy, and ultimately scale and exit.
Her experience and vigorous thinking, as well as her strategic development and execution expertise, have enabled success of internal and external stakeholders in the healthcare industry.
She holds a bachelor’s degree, Strategic Communications from The Ohio State University and is pursuing a Master’s in Business Administration with a concentration in Business Ventures and Entrepreneurship from Ohio University.
Great questions for Megan:

I have an idea for a high-growth startup; can Rev1 help me determine if it’s
worth pursuing?
I’ve launched a startup; can Rev1 help me get funding to grow it?
What other resources does Rev1 offer to help entrepreneurs?
How does an entrepreneur get started with Rev1?
I see that Rev1 works in corporate innovation; how can I learn more?
Can you help me with my Life Science product ideas?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Megan.
Kevin Hammond | Ohio SBDC
Business Management Advice
Kevin Hammond has been a business management consultant for 13 years, mostly focused on small businesses and start-ups. Kevin has been on the SBDC team for almost ten years as a consultant. Prior to consulting, Kevin was in financial services at Chase Manhattan. Kevin has an undergraduate degree in Business Administration from Ohio Dominican University and an MBA from Capital University.
The Ohio SBDC is part of America’s SBDC national network comprised of over 1000 Centers across the U.S. including 28 in Ohio. The Ohio SBDC Network provides one-on-one advising, by Certified Business Advisors, at no cost and conduct no or low cost business training.
Great questions for Kevin:

I have a business idea. What is my next step?
How do I market my services and products?
How can I take my business to the next level?
How and where can I get money for my business?
How do I keep track of my financial records and assure I’m tax compliant?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Kevin.

Please note: If you register and then don’t attend, your time slot will go unfilled, potentially preventing other business owners from accessing the expert advice they need. If you can’t keep your appointment, please email Neil Collins at info@InnovateNewAlbany.org .

5 Tips for Building a GREAT Financial Model
2023-12-08 11:30 - 13:00 | Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Parkway Suite 200, New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
FRI 12/8/23, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
IN-PERSON at Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Pkwy, Suite 200, New Albany, OH 43054
Be ready to interact with our presenters, Michelle Murcia & Charles Richmond, and your fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.
Ever wonder what it takes to tell your financial story to investors?
In this TIGER Talk , our presenters, Michelle Murcia & Charles Richmond of Book+Street, will break it down for you in 5 bite-sized bits.
They’ll cover the Revenue Model, Staffing Plans, Cash Flow Forecasting and more. They’ll show you how to understand the numbers you need to know to run your business and be prepared for those tough investor questions.
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Michelle Murcia is Founder + CEO at Book+Street, your one stop shop for all things startup. She’s a CPA, Certified Equity Professional and knows a thing or two about fundraising and investing. CFO to countless startups as they scale from ideation through critical milestones, Michelle combines strategy and Excel to help companies tell their financial story to investors.
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Charles Richmond is Sr. Financial Analyst and a guru for all things modeling. Cap Table master and general go-to for building models for those just starting out all the way through to companies raising their Series B, Charles helps develop and build models that help drive high-impact operational decisions.. Those models are used for due diligence in investment rounds and to help founders to get a better grip on their overall financial story.
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to Michelle & Charles
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing
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A Healthy Habits Toolkit for Hard-Driving Innovators: Reduce Burnout, Stress & Exhaustion While Improving Productivity
2023-12-13 11:30 - 13:00 | Philip Heit Center for Healthy New Albany, 150 W. Main St., New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
Part of TIGER Events’ “Healthy Habits for Innovators” Series
WED 12/13/23, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
SPECIAL LOCATION: IN-PERSON at Phillip Heit Center for Healthy New Albany, 150 W. Main St., New Albany, OH 43054
Be ready to interact with our presenter, Pamela Conn, and your fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.
In this TIGER Tools Workshop, our presenter, Pamela Conn of Healthy New Albany Wellness Works, will share a set of highly effective techniques for achieving big professional goals while maintaining health!
This Workshop is explicitly crafted for innovators, entrepreneurs, and professionals battling burnout and chronic stress in their quest for success. We know that our health and well-being are vital for the success of our business. In this workshop, we’ll move from “knowing” to “doing.”
Experience, discover, and learn a series of practical, evidence-based strategies to enhance your productivity and prioritize well-being. We will address the unique challenges that creative, driven individuals face and offer insights into managing high-pressure situations while maintaining a sustainable pace without sacrificing your passion.
Toolkit Activities:

Nourish your brain for high cognitive performance and to feel your best.
Move and activate our circulatory system to prevent fatigue and stiffness; accessible for all.
Connect with our Best Self through nature images that bring heart and brain coherence.
Wellness Solutions: Participants will identify challenges in the workplace and opportunities to employ the Healthy Habits Toolkit

Whether you’re a startup founder, creative professional, or a leader in a fast-paced industry, this toolkit will assist you in redefining success and well-being.
Embrace these proven strategies to recover from burnout and build a more resilient, creative, and productive future and business.
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Pamela Conn is Director of Corporate Engagement, Healthy New Albany. She is a Certified Functional Nutrition Counselor CFNC / National Academy of Sports Medicine and a Certified Personal Trainer CPT
As a passionate advocate for holistic well-being and nutritional empowerment, Pamela is dedicated to helping individuals harness the incredible potential of their bodies through functional nutrition. Pamela has collaborated with various companies, contributing to wellness programs emphasizing employee health and productivity. Her expertise is demonstrated by creating wellness programs that are both scientifically sound and accessible to everyone. Beyond her professional pursuits, Pamela is an avid researcher and continuous learner, staying abreast of the latest trends and scientific advances in nutrition, Wellness, and Fitness.
Pamela is a native of Ecuador and the founder of Columbus Fit Life Corp. She has provided Worksite Wellness programming for JP Morgan Chase and Otterbein University since 2015. She has served as Chair of the Lifestyle Fitness Event, Arnold Sports Festival, and as a Board Member of Proyecto Mariposas “ Butterfly Project” since 2018.
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to Pamela
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing

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Smash the Box
2023-12-19 11:30 - 13:00 | Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Parkway Suite 200, New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
TUE 12/19/23, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
IN-PERSON at Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Pkwy, Suite 200, New Albany, OH 43054
Be ready to interact with our presenter, Chad Willett, and fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am.
Eat lunch. Mingle. Make new friends.
“Smash the Box” is an immersive experience where audiences will learn about the “4 Walls of the Mental Box” and the 4 “Smash the Box” techniques needed to unleash innovation.
The “4 Walls of the Mental Box” that keep us boxed-in are “Fear, Perfection, Negativity, and Judgment.”
In contrast, the 4 “Smash the Box” techniques will allow audience members to break out of the box by breaking patterns, routines, and closed mindsets.
Are you ready to not only think outside the box, but SMASH it?
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This TIGER Talk will be led by Chad J. Willett (MA/ SAG-AFTRA). Chad is a TEDx speaker, two time author (“Smash the Box” and “Rip Off the Rearview Mirror”), and creativity and innovation leader who leverages his acting background with his experience in working America to create one of a kind keynote addresses and workshops for his audiences.
He was featured in the hit films “She’s All That” with Paul Walker, “Halloween H2O” with Jamie Lee Curtis, and “Can’t Hardly Wait” with Jennifer Love Hewitt. Recently, Chad was cast (Role- Bill Ryan/ Reporter) in the feature film, “Shirley” (Netflix- 2023) where he acted alongside Oscar-Winning actress Regina King and worked with Academy Award winning director John Ridley.
You can learn more about Chad’s work as a keynote speaker at https://chadjwillett.com/. Chad is also the Founder of Broadway2LA Acting Studio, the premiere acting studio in Ohio, specializing in film, TV, social media, and commercial training for its actors. And, finally, we’re proud to tell you that Chad is a resident of New Albany!
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to crowd (Your “15 Seconds of Fame”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to Chad
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing

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Innovate New Albany 9th Annual Holiday "Celebration of Innovation"
2023-12-20 17:00 - 19:30 | Philip Heit Center for Healthy New Albany, 150 W. Main St., New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
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Invincible 2024: 3 Science-Based Trends to Master Right Now
2024-01-10 11:30 - 13:00 | Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Parkway Suite 200, New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
HAPPY NEW YEAR! 🎉 🥳 🎊
WED 1/10/24, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Be ready to meet our session leader, Nadya Zhexembayeva, and your fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.
The data is clear: the next disruption is just around the corner.
Whether it’s a shaky economy, a devastating flood, a new violent conflict, or a new technological breakthrough – the speed and scale of change fundamentally impact the way we work and thrive.
In this exciting yet pragmatic and highly interactive session, Dr. Nadya Zhexembayeva will show how the business reality is changing as we enter 2024 – and how to take advantage of these changes to make you disruption-ready and turbulence-proof.
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Often called “The Reinvention Guru” and “The Queen of Reinvention,” Dr. Nadya Zhexembayeva is a scientist, entrepreneur, and author specialising in resilience and reinvention. As a consultant and educator, Nadya helped such companies as Coca-Cola, Cisco, L’Oreal Group, Danone, Henkel, Erste Bank and others reinvent their products, leadership practices, and business models to meet new market demands and prepare for incoming disruptions.
As a speaker, Nadya has delivered keynotes and workshops to over 500,000 executives, and four TEDx Talks!
As an author, she has written several award-winning books including “The Chief Reinvention Officer Handbook: How to Thrive in Chaos” (October 27, 2020). Nadya is also a contributor to the Harvard Business Review and other publications internationally. Learn more about Nadya and her work at learn2reinvent.com.
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to Nadya
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing

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The Climate Economy : Trillions Are at Stake & China is Winning. Are You Ready?
2024-01-19 11:30 - 13:00 | Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Parkway Suite 200, New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
FRI 1/19/24, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Be ready to meet our session leader, Kevin Mireles, and your fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.
Join us for this important TIGER Talk!
Today, the US is the #1 global player in the legacy fossil-fuel economy.
Its position is similar to IBM’s in the computing marketplace of the 1980s. IBM dazzled with record profits in 1990, but just three years later, it posted the biggest loss in US history, as PCs moved from the market’s fringe to front-and-center!
In today’s energy economy, China is positioned like Microsoft was in the 1990 computing market. China is way ahead of the US in the smaller but rapidly expanding low-carbon technologies that will dominate the decades ahead. And, like IBM in 1990, key sectors of the US economy are facing big threats today as the world rapidly transitions to cleaner technologies.
Sustainability is no longer a fringe thing. Instead, it’s becoming critical to staying competitive in our rapidly-changing world. Fortunately, hundreds of billions of dollars in public and private funds are available to help us make the transition.
The catch? You must know where to look and what to ask for. But who has time to invest in figuring out how to remake your business and/or your community in this cauldron of change?
To fill this gap, our presenter, Kevin Mireles, will share:
Key trends shaping the future of sustainable energy markets
Why China’s clean-economy positions it to dominate the future global economic order.
What California gets right, and what Ohio needs to do to compete
New sources of funding
How to integrate sustainability into your product development and corporate strategy – to help your profits and our planet
Why it’s critical that we create industry-specific clean economic-development strategies
A world-changing economic tsunami is coming. Join Kevin to learn how we can surf it, and not get crushed by it!
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Kevin Mireles helps organizations design, market, and sell more profitable and sustainable solutions.
Kevin is former journalist, passionate about helping communities and companies embrace sustainability and diversity to drive growth and profitability.
Kevin has:
Brought over a dozen products to market for garage startups and Fortune 50 companies, generating at least $120M in revenue and $90M in cost-savings.
Developed the Minimum Viable Replacement Framework to help organizations transition from legacy platforms after leading a $20M global modernization initiative.
Published over 500 articles and been featured in multiple podcasts.
Created www.CutCO2.net to help supply-chain professionals cut their costs and environmental impact.
Kevin currently helps organizations reduce their carbon footprint and improve profits by helping optimize their supply chain, modernize systems, and develop new, less-polluting strategies and products.
Kevin invites you connect with him on LinkedIn and sign up for Lean and Green, his profitability and sustainability newsletter, at https://leanandgreen.beehiiv.com/subscribe
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to Kevin
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing

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What is the JobsOhio Growth Capital Fund?
2024-01-24 11:30 - 13:00 | Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Parkway Suite 200, New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
WED 1/24/24, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Be ready to meet our session leader, Frank Geib, and your fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.
The JobsOhio Growth Capital Fund (JOGC) is the venture arm for Ohio’s private economic development organization, JobsOhio.
JOGC is a co-investment fund that invests in early stage companies who are Ohio-based or planning to locate a significant presence in Ohio, with over 70 companies in the portfolio thus far.
Come learn about JOGC’s origins during the pandemic, its progress to date, and its processes for investment decisions. At JOGC, Frank is nicknamed the ‘Cap Table Captain,’ so, appropriately enough, he will be discussing important cap table considerations for entrepreneurs while also overviewing startup and venture fund modeling in Excel, showing how it helps his team make better informed investments!
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Our session leader, Frank Geib, is a proud life-long Ohioan, raised in the Cleveland area before he earned his Bachelor Degree at The Ohio State University, where he majored in Finance while minoring in Engineering Sciences. Frank also earned his MBA at OSU’s Fisher College of Business before joining the JobsOhio Growth Capital team in 2022 as the Venture Analyst .
Frank supports all areas of the fund’s operations, with a heavy focus on the analytical aspects behind investment opportunities. For every deal the fund considers, Frank builds out comprehensive models projecting various follow-on and return scenarios to help the team make better informed decisions. He also maintains the Portfolio Management System for the fund, tracking investments, cap tables, asset values, and return metrics quarter over quarter.
When he’s not head deep in a “waterfall model,” Frank enjoys relaxing with his wife and dog, and playing plenty of golf with his friends and family.
He even has his own social media page, @GeibGolf, where he edits and shares weekly golf vlogs with the world, bringing out his creative side.
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to Frank
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing

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Three Moves by Google that Require You to Act Today
2024-01-26 11:30 - 13:00 | Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Parkway Suite 200, New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
FRI 1/26/24, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Be ready to meet our session leader, Bill Balderaz, and your fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.
Three recent decisions by Google are disrupting organizations and creating an urgent need for action.
First, Google is deleting all Google Analytics data pre-2023, meaning we all lose access to historical web site data starting July of 2024. This also means that any organization with a data retention policy will be out of compliance as of July 2024.
Second, online advertisers will lose the ability to retarget ads using third-party cookies in 2024 as Google Chrome begins blocking cookies. This means ad performance will likely suffer dramatically in 2024.
Third, Google remains in conflict with CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) over HIPAA guidelines. According to a recent study, 99% of hospital websites are out of compliance with HIPAA. If you work in healthcare, your legal liability for HIPAA violations is measured in millions of dollars.
Our expert presenter, Bill Balderaz, will explain all of these Google actions in simple, easy-to-understand terms and offer solutions to protect your organization and give you a foundation for sustainable success.
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Bill Balderaz is the President and Founder of Inc. 5000 company Futurety, a data analytics and marketing consulting firm.
Futurety specializes in serving regulated industries, including healthcare, pharma, finance, government and medical devices.
Bill has spoken at more than 150 conferences from New York to California on topics including public relations, sales, innovation, marketing, healthcare, search engine optimization, data mining, social media, and more. He’s also been featured in over 100 media outlets, including The Wall Street Journal, Money Magazine, and NPR.
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to Bill
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing

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Expert Office Hours: February 2, 2024
2024-02-02 09:00 - 12:00 | OH
Friday Feb 2 | 9:00-12:00PM
Meet 1-on-1 w/ the Experts you need –
100% VIRTUAL Format
Innovate New Albany created Expert 😎 Office Hours to make it easy for business owners & aspiring entrepreneurs to get the answers they need.
Please set all your appointments by 12 Noon, Thursday 2/1/24.
We will end registrations at Noon, so our Experts can plan their Thursday schedules.
STEPS
1. Review our roster of Experts, below
2. Click on the link below the Expert’s name to schedule an appointment
3. Make individual appointments w/ the experts you need – just ONE – or, up to a maximum of SIX
4. You’ll receive an email & a calendar invitation – w/ a Zoom link for each appointment
5. Fri Feb 2: at time of each appointment, click on Zoom link to meet w/ your selected Expert
NOTES
1. For most of you, a personal computer will be the best means to access your Expert meetings via Zoom; no need to download software
2. Questions? Email Neil Collins at “neil@InnovateNewAlbany.org”

Schedule up to six 30-minute meeting(s) below:
Ryan Steele | Porter Wright
Startup & Emerging Business Law
At Porter Wright, Ryan Steele helps early stage entrepreneurs choose optimal business structures and complete the documentation needed to establish their business foundation, grow and expand, and ultimately exit on their own favorable terms.
Ryan also handles corporate contractual matters to bring mergers, acquisitions, financing, startup operations, and other general business transactions to fruition. Combining business operations knowledge with legal acumen, Ryan efficiently executes complex business contracts so that rapidly growing companies, business owners and early stage entrepreneurs can cost-effectively achieve their growth goals.
Ryan also brings great business savvy to his client relationships. Having managed an office of over 100 people, Ryan can apply his first-hand knowledge of everyday business functions including project management, employee management, and independent contracting, providing practical counsel to fast-growing entities so they can overcome challenges and achieve their business goals.
Great Questions for Ryan:

Incorporating Your New Business – What forms are possible and the pros/cons of each
Capital Tables – How to structure company ownership to ensure achieving my long term goals?
Business Operating Agreements – What are these and when does my business need one?
Liability – How do I protect myself and my business?
Written Contracts – When and why should my business use them?
Regulation & Red Tape – What docs must I file to comply with laws/rules for my industry?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Ryan.

Kaylee Willis | Porter Wright
Intellectual Property (Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights)

Kaylee is an intellectual property attorney who practices in the areas of patent, trademark, copyright, biotech and technology law. She works with clients on a wide variety of technologies, including food science, chemistry, biotechnology, medical devices, consumer products, product packaging, automotive technology and electrical appliance technology.
Kaylee drafts and prosecutes all stages of U.S. utility and design patent applications, as well as trademark applications with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). She also manages, prosecutes and enforces foreign and international patent and trademark portfolios. Kaylee also handles intellectual property licensing issues and other technology transactions.
In addition, Kaylee is experienced with enforcement of intellectual property rights, including litigation in patent, trademark and copyright infringement matters. She counsels clients on patentability opinions, infringement analyses and validity inquiries, and also handles cease and desist issues.
Great Questions for Kaylee:

What is the difference between patents, copyrights and trademarks?How do I protect my IP?
What is the process like to get a patent?
What is the process like to get a trademark?
How much does it cost, on average, to get and obtain a patent?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Kaylee.

Scott Longnecker | Huntington National Bank
Loans & Banking Services for Startups & Small Businesses
Scott Longnecker has over 20 years of experience in the finance and banking industry. His role as a Business Development Officer Sr has allowed him to develop a deep understanding of his client’s financial situations and to come up with solutions to help business customers like you reach your financial goals. Scott helps clients walk through the steps on how to obtain commercial loans, real estate loans, lines of credit, Small Business Administration (SBA) loans, and more.
Great questions for Scott:

How do I obtain commercial loans?
What are the advantages of an SBA loan? And do I qualify?
How do I secure real estate loans for my business?
When should I be securing lines of credit?
What other banking services are available to help a business like mine?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Scott.

Eric Pace | Book + Street
Accounting, Treasury, and Financial Modeling
Eric has worked over 15 years in Corporate Treasury and Finance roles for financial services companies including KeyBank, Huntington, and JP Morgan Chase. Eric played an important role in managing through the 2008 financial crisis and the additional governance, regulation, and risk management practices. He developed complex financial models to improve capital, liquidity, and credit risk management and has extensive experience in stakeholder interaction in the board room and with investors and rating agencies. He has experience leading the finance function at Konzortia Capital, a SaaS startup specializing in AI/ML technology to improve deal flow management for venture capital and private equity.
Eric earned a bachelor’s in management from Case Western Reserve University with a finance concentration, as well as a bachelors in accounting and has held a Certified Treasury Profession designation (inactive).
Great Questions for Eric:

What are my options for raising capital? What is better, debt, preferred, equity, etc?
What are the benefits of having a disciplined financial process and system in place?
What is the role of a CFO in my business? What can I expect and how is it different from a standard accountant or bookkeeper?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Eric.

Jen Meek | Book + Street
HR and Talent Solutions
Jennifer is a result-driven executive, guiding leaders in laying the foundational work of their talent strategy. Going beyond the everyday Human Resources issues, she aligns people strategy with the overall goals and objectives of an organization. This intentional and authentic approach leads to identifying areas where an organization can continue to develop and thrive.
Her vast experience in the talent solutions arena also makes her a sought out subject matter expert. She is knowledgeable in C Suite issues that impact workplace culture, team dynamics, and internal communications strategies. A dedicated and passionate leader, Jennifer can provide personalized service, create meaningful and lasting relationships, and achieve profitable results.
Prior to Book+Street, Jen has 25 years of senior leadership experience, she served as Vice President of HR for a multibillion-dollar private equity-owned company in the oil and gas industry, with 1500 employees in 22 countries. Additionally, Jen was the President, CEO, and member of the Board of Directors of an HR consulting organization for 12 years.
Jen’s undergraduate degree is in Marketing from Bowling Green State University, and her Master’s in Business Administration is from Miami University of Ohio. She has served on many boards over the years and is currently a member of the Board of Advisors for Modern Ice Equipment and Supply.
Great Questions for Jen:

How do you build and sustain a conscious culture?
What are strategies that you can deploy to attract, recruit and retain top talent?
What are the keys to leading executive team communication?
How can you effectively and efficiently hold your team accountable?
Learn effective ways to articulate mission, vision and values for your company.

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Jen.

Lora Brown | Bookkeeping Simplified By Lora
Bookkeeper/Quickbooks Online Pro
Lora Brown has over 25 years experience with QuickBooks and Bookkeeping. She offers professional bookkeeping services anywhere in the United States. Her company is called Bookkeeping Simplified By Lora. She is also a QuickBooks Online Pro Advisor. Lora has a Bachelor of Science from Ohio University.
Bookkeeping Simplified By Lora’s mission is to partner with small business owners and take the stress off of their company by taking care of the financial aspects so they can focus on what is most important – growing their business! Building relationships with clients is extremely important in this industry. She will always have your financial health up to date and accurate.
Great questions for Lora:

I don’t have time to keep track of my expenses; can you get/keep them organized?
What range of services does a Bookkeeper provide?
What’s the best QuickBooks Online (QBO) Subscription for my business?
What great new features have been added to QBO?
Can I convert my QuickBooks Desktop version to QBO?
How do I manually upload bank transactions to QBO if the bank connection is not working?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Lora.

Tushar Kulkarni | Big Kitty Labs
Software Solutions to Meet Your Needs
Tushar has over 25 years of experience managing small to large-scale projects & teams
& delivering innovative tech solutions. Tushar founded Big Kitty Labs to pursue his passion for innovative tech solutions and bringing them to different domains. Under Tushar’s
leadership, Big Kitty Labs has successfully designed & delivered 200+ software systems in domains ranging from the government sector, healthcare, education, automative, aviation, agtech and sports.

Great questions for Tushar:

What were the initial challenges one faces when starting their tech company, and how can one overcome them?
How does one validate their tech idea or solution in the market before diving into development?
What were the key steps that one can take to build a talented and cohesive tech team
What strategies can one employ to market and promote your tech product or solution
Can you share any lessons learned or mistakes made during the early stages of your tech venture?
How does one navigate the competitive landscape and differentiate your tech product from existing solutions?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Tushar.

Brad Griffith | Buckeye Innovation
Web Strategy & Engineering
Brad Griffith is President of Buckeye Innovation, the web strategy and engineering agency he started in 2009. Prior to starting Buckeye Innovation, Brad spent several years consulting and developing web applications in-house for a variety of companies including JPMorgan Chase, QUALCOMM, and the Go Big Network. Brad earned his Masters in Business Administration after completing his Bachelor’s in Electrical and Computer Engineering with honors, both at The Ohio State University.
He has more than 20 years of web development experience and has worked from coast to coast with small and large companies, educational institutions, non-profit organizations and government agencies to build innovative web solutions.
Great questions for Brad:

What is the best way to get my website started?
How do I start planning an application for my business?
How can I improve my site for better SEO?
What different ways can I start building my company’s brand?
How can I refresh or redesign my website?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Brad.

Ron Savoia | Stratus Innovations Group, LLC
IT Consulting, Azure PaaS Application Development
Ron Savoia has over 30 years of experience in IT consulting, starting with his first engagement with CompuServe in 1993 to help with their migration to WindowsNT and SQL Server for their new Email platform. He used this experience to join Microsoft’s new Enterprise Consulting Team, Microsoft Consulting Services (MCS), where he worked Nationwide, Limited and JPMC (BankOne at the time), and eventually running MCS’ Central Region Financial Services practice. He spent the last 3 years in MCS incubating the professional services needed to deploy the Microsoft offering that eventually became Office 365 and Azure.
Ron continued the focus on Cloud Services when he founded Stratus Innovations Group in 2010, working with local and global organizations to help develop their Cloud strategies, including Nationwide Childrens Hospital and Cardinal Health. Stratus Innovations Group now has a global reach of reach of working with Enterprise and Mid-Market companies in deploying Cloud Services for their IT infrastructure and line-of-business applications, including Ceridian, MKS/Spectra-Physics, Hexagon, PowerGrid Services, OrthopedicONE, BroadStreet Partners, and The Energy Cooperative.
Stratus Innovations Group’s vision is to become a software platform startup, where they recently released IT-Gig.com, which is a platform specifically for IT Service Providers.

Great questions for Ron:

What is the best way to get your first IT services customer?
Why do customers utilize IT contractors vs using FTEs?
Is it possible to have an IT contracting side-job while having a full-time job?
What is the difference between Azure and AWS from a Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) applications, and why would you use one over the other?
How do you differentiate the IT services you provide vs the many other providers in the market?
How do you scale/grow a sole proprietor IT Services organization?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Ron.

Satish Albert | E2 Infosystems
Custom Software & App Development

Satish Albert is Founder & CEO of E2 Infosystems. Satish offers a unique combination of experiences: enterprise software development and practical entrepreneurial a, the latter gained while bootstrapping and then selling his own successful SaaS startup. Satish has an advanced degree in computer science and deep experience leading development teams at premier tech companies including: AT&T, Lucent Technologies (Bell Labs), and Docomo Intertouch.

Satish launched E2 Infosystems to help emerging and scaling companies by engineering software solutions that meet their unique needs.

E2 Infosystems has developed software and mobile applications serving:

SaaS startups
Healthcare & Assisted Living businesses
Travel, Manufacturing and Enterprise Legacy Systems

Great questions for Satish:

How do I turn my idea into a software product or application?
What factors influence the price of software or app development?
What are the latest trends or best practices in software/nas/content/live/innovatena development?
How can I make sure my software or app is built to grow as my business grows?
What’s a realistic timeline & what milestones can I expect when developing my products?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Satish.

Manny Larcher | Stopwatch Creative
Growth Marketing & Branding
Manny Larcher is a first-generation American born in Columbus, Ohio, both of his parents are from St. Lucia. He serves as a Deal Flow associate with JumpStart Ventures, which combines capital, services, and connections to help entrepreneurs grow, researchers commercialize, and corporations innovate. As the co-founder and CEO of Stopwatch Creative, a boutique marketing/tech firm incubating platforms like CollaborateandElevate.com, which connects hundreds of businesses of all sizes with opportunities, Manny leads vision and growth.
A lifelong learner who genuinely enjoys digging deep into new technologies and the creatives developing them, Manny loves seeing innovative ideas, and the teams behind them flourish. He also serves on the Board with Black Men Talk Tech and Columbus Young Professionals.

Great questions for Manny:

How can I maximize the efforts of my team?
Are my marketing efforts really creating the action I want?
Am I using the best and current tech stack or strategies for growth?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Manny.

Susan Fortner | BPR International
Public Relations & Marketing
Susan Fortner has 20+ years of experience in public relations and marketing. Her firm BPR International manages accounts throughout the country specializing in health care, talent, banking, and packaged and soft goods. In addition the firm is recognized as a broker/partner with QVC, HSN, and Evine shopping networks.
Fortner has won awards and sits on the accreditation board to advance candidates in the Accreditation in Public Relations process. In 2013 Susan received special honors for her work in crisis management.
Great questions for Susan:

How can I promote my company on a limited budget?
How do I set Marketing & PR budgets that are sufficient to drive results?
What simple steps can I take to improve my social media visibility rapidly?
Which charities, like-minded businesses, and complementary companies should I partner with?
How do I create and execute events that will differentiate my business in a crowded market?
How can I get my products featured on shopping channels like QVC and HSN?

Click here schedule 30 minutes with Susan.

Matt Cynkar | Rev1 Ventures
Resources for High Growth Startups
Matt Cynkar serves as Managing Director at Rev1 Ventures. In that role, Matt leads the team that serves as the first touch point for the more than 700 entrepreneurs who reach out to Rev1 each year. That team connects entrepreneurs quickly with the startup resources available within Rev1 and throughout Ohio’s startup communities.
Matt manages exploratory meetings between qualified entrepreneurs and the Rev1 team members. Matt ensures seamless handoffs for entrepreneurs between their early contact with Rev1 and the next steps on their journey, which may be Rev1’s Customer Learning Lab, client engagement planning, or referrals to other support organizations or programs.
Before joining Rev1, Matt played key roles in Market Research and Customer Insights at Alliance Data and Bath & Body Works. Matt is a graduate of Miami University.
Great questions for Matt:

I have an idea for a high-growth startup; can Rev1 help me determine if it’s
worth pursuing?
I’ve launched a startup; can Rev1 help me get funding to grow it?
What other resources does Rev1 offer to help entrepreneurs?
How does an entrepreneur get started with Rev1?
I see that Rev1 works in corporate innovation; how can I learn more?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Matt.

Kevin Hammond | Ohio SBDC
Business Management Advice
Kevin Hammond has been a business management consultant for 13 years, mostly focused on small businesses and start-ups. Kevin has been on the SBDC team for almost ten years as a consultant. Prior to consulting, Kevin was in financial services at Chase Manhattan. Kevin has an undergraduate degree in Business Administration from Ohio Dominican University and an MBA from Capital University.
The Ohio SBDC is part of America’s SBDC national network comprised of over 1000 Centers across the U.S. including 28 in Ohio. The Ohio SBDC Network provides one-on-one advising, by Certified Business Advisors, at no cost and conduct no or low cost business training.
Great questions for Kevin:

I have a business idea. What is my next step?
How do I market my services and products?
How can I take my business to the next level?
How and where can I get money for my business?
How do I keep track of my financial records and assure I’m tax compliant?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Kevin.

Emily Fehrman Cory | Airship Consulting
Defense Technology, Tech Transfer, SBIR
Emily Fehrman Cory has her doctorate in Electro-Optics, with a specialization in nanofabrication of polymer photonic devices. Her technical interests include advanced manufacturing, additive manufacturing, photonics, and optics. She started her career at AFRL, where she was the chief technology advisor for America Makes, the National Additive Manufacturing Innovation Institute. She was also a program manager in Manufacturing and Industrial Technologies, specializing in Air Force tech transfer and commercialization. Emily then went on to create the AFRL Maker Hub, the first public-private makerspace for collaborative prototyping for the Air Force, to give small businesses a physical space to co-create with Air Force researchers. After her time at AFRL, Emily spent three years as Faculty of Practice for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the University of Dayton School of Engineering, where she created a business incubation program that supported 11 student and faculty-led startups.
In 2021, Emily founded Airship Consulting LLC, where she uses her broad experience to help startup to small businesses leverage academic and government partnerships to grow their research and development programs towards commercialization and tech transfer goals. Emily is also an Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) for the Entrepreneurs’ Center and a facilitator for Wright Brothers Institute.
Her specialties include tech transfer and commercialization, partnering with academia and government, management consulting, executive leadership and coaching, corporate strategy, and innovation techniques. Emily is a Black Belt Certified practitioner of Innovation Engineering through Eureka! Ranch.
Great questions for Emily:

How can I use the SBIR program to grow my business?
What does “commercialization” mean to the Department of Defense? Why do they care?
How can I create commercial products using my government-funded research?
As an engineer founding a tech company, who else should I be adding to my team?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Emily.

Evan Marsh l WynHouse
Innovation Consulting & Corporate Venture

Evan Marsh and the WynHouse team support entrepreneurs and organization by solving process inefficiencies through technology.
Evan is passionate about M&A, consulting, business development, corporate venture capital and innovation. Outside of his role as Managing Partner, he is an active angel investor and advisor to early-stage organizations.
Great questions for Evan:

How do I find innovation projects at my day job?
How do I know if my business is a good fit for investment from a corporate venture fund (CVF)?
I’m a seasoned entrepreneur looking for my next project, how do I find commercialization opportunities?
Where do I go to learn more about process innovation?
How do I identify areas for improvement in my organization?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Evan.

Please note: If you register and then don’t attend, your time slot will go unfilled, potentially preventing other business owners from accessing the expert advice they need. If you can’t keep your appointment, please email Neil Collins at info@InnovateNewAlbany.org .

CES 2024: Leading an "ALL ON" Technology Business and Life with Intention
2024-02-09 11:30 - 13:00 | Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Parkway Suite 200, New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
FRI 2/9/24, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Be ready to meet our session leader, Brad Griffith, and your fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.
Personal statement from our presenter, Brad Griffith:
2024 is my first year back at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in person after the pandemic, and I anticipate big crowds. Attendance and company participation are expected to return to “normal” with over 2.4 Million square feet of exhibit space and likely 250,000 attendees converging on Las Vegas during January 2024.
Technology is inescapable, for better or for worse. The Consumer Technology Association set a theme for CES 2024 of “ALL ON” to emphasize that technology is everywhere all the time. They encourage exhibitors, presenters, and attendees to define what it means to be “All Together. All in. ALL ON.”
Join me for my recap and analysis to hear about what industry titans and startup entrepreneurs know to be the trends and strategies that will shape our future work and personal lives. Learn what consumer technology will try to distract you and disrupt all of our industries over the next decade. Let’s discuss how we can apply technology creatively to improve focus and quality of life. From generative AI and robotics to mindfulness and quantified self, I’m sure to see some seriously disruptive technology.
I feel it’s our job as a business community to get intentional about our technology usage. Do we let it consume our lives, or do we use it to enrich our lives through better focus on what really matters to us. I intend to gather the best and worst of modern consumer technology at this year’s show for us to discuss on February 9.
For the past nearly 20 years, I have loved attending the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas because it’s my opportunity to absorb trajectory-altering lessons and insights from industry experts and thought leaders. These insights have changed the way I approach business strategy and have enhanced many aspects of the way I live my life. This is the largest technology trade show in the world. It’s a sight to behold for tech enthusiasts and early adopters!
If you are a strategic thinker leading a team into a potentially volatile future, this talk is a must! I promise to share quotes, trends, and transformational lessons that will help prepare you for the next evolutionary and revolutionary changes in your company.
To be present in an “ALL ON” world, you won’t want to miss what I will be sharing with you.
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Brad Griffith is a champion for equitable access to the best technology and design for growing businesses and organizations. He grew up working for his dad’s veterinary hospital, learning the joys and challenges of business growth. He believes in the power of entrepreneurship and innovation to drive meaningful change in our community, though unfortunately, not all people in the workforce or all growing organizations have the same opportunities to leverage technology to their advantage. Brad is on a mission to change that with equitable access for all.
Brad is President of Buckeye Innovation, the web engineering and design team he started in 2009 to amplify the impact of innovative businesses and organizations. His fully-remote in-house team of 18 employees includes designers and developers who love building and supporting websites, web applications, and mobile applications. Their clients span many industries and include tech startups, libraries, and local and county governments among others.
Prior to starting Buckeye Innovation, Brad spent several years consulting and developing web applications in-house for a variety of companies including JPMorgan Chase, QUALCOMM, and the Go Big Network. He earned his Masters in Business Administration after completing his Bachelor’s in Electrical and Computer Engineering with honors, both at The Ohio State University. He lives in New Albany with his wife and two young daughters where he is an active Girl Scouts “Troop Cookie Dad” in addition to other community volunteer roles.
Brad was selected in 2020 to the inaugural class of the Columbus CEO Future 50 and was also a finalist for the 2019 and 2023 Small Business Leader Awards from the Columbus Chamber of Commerce. Buckeye Innovation was recognized in the 2022 and 2023 Inc 5000 as one of the country’s fastest growing private companies and in 2023 was selected as one of Inc’s Best Workplaces.
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to Brad
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing

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Cash Flow and Value Creation
2024-02-16 11:30 - 13:00 | Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Parkway Suite 200, New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
FRI 2/16/24, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Be ready to meet our session leader, Eric Rucinski, and your fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.
In this TIGER Talk, Eric Rucinski will describe the inherent deficiencies in relying solely on accounting information, and the unique benefits of higher-powered financial analysis.
Going far beyond mere accounting (which is necessary, but not sufficient, for informed decision-making), Eric will discuss cash flow and value creation in a comprehensive manner, synthesizing strategic, financial, and economic analyses and insights. He uses easily-understood analogues (e.g., buying a house) to provide a powerful, memorable framework for thinking about and improving complex business decisions.
Participants will leave with an enhanced understanding of cash flow, what drives it, why it is fundamental to value creation, and how it differs from often-used (but highly-flawed) metrics like EBITDA. They will leave with a deep appreciation for the importance and unique benefits of in-depth, fact-based financial analysis in making a wide range of high-dollar, high-impact, high-emotion decisions related to both their day-to-day operations and long-term term strategic objectives. They’ll be empowered to ask key questions of their employees and advisors that they previously never considered or did not know how to articulate. And, finally, they’ll be equipped to reject superficial information and conclusions, and instead give their companies a consistent focus on value creation!
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Eric Rucinski is Founder and Principal of Advanta Consulting LLC, an independent consulting firm that focuses on strategy, corporate development, growth initiatives, M&A, financial modeling / valuation, investment decisions, capital structure, and special projects. He is a trusted senior adviser to top executives (including CEOs at public and private companies) and owners (including high-net-worth individuals and families).
Eric’s 25+ years of experience includes high-impact full-time roles in strategy, corporate development, and M&A at The Wendy’s Company, The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company, Limited Brands, Borden Capital (private equity), and Salomon Smith Barney (Wall Street investment banking).
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to Eric
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing

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From 0 to $15K Per Month: Using Social Media To Build A Profitable Business In Just 4 Months
2024-02-23 11:30 - 13:00 | Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Parkway Suite 200, New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
FRI 2/23/24, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Be ready to interact with our presenter, Sarah Stemen, and your fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.
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In today’s digital age, social media is an essential tool for businesses to reach out and engage with their target audiences. With millions of active users on various platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and more, it has become a powerful marketing tool that can put “authentic” back into your marketing.
In this TIGER Talk, you’ll learn about content that converts and how to talk to your audience in a way that matters.
Once you start leveraging social media, your business will become so magnetic that you’ll start interviewing your leads harder than they interview you. You’ll transform your work focus from relentlessly hunting for prospects to attracting exactly who you want and who you’re able to help the most!
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Sarah Stemen has been doing paid search for 15 years and she is a respected influencer in the paid search industry.
She can be found posting about paid search and entrepreneurship on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok. She built a successful agency to $15k in revenue per month in just 4 months by consistently showing up online and talking about best practices for achieving business goals using paid search.
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to Sarah
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing

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Slow Is Fast: Meditative Tools for Innovation and Well-Being
2024-02-28 11:30 - 13:00 | Philip Heit Center for Healthy New Albany, 150 W. Main St., New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
Part of TIGER Events’ “Healthy Habits for Innovators” Series
WED 2/28/24, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
SPECIAL LOCATION: IN-PERSON at Phillip Heit Center for Healthy New Albany, 150 W. Main St., New Albany, OH 43054
Be ready to interact with our presenter, David Iozzi, and your fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.
In this TIGER Tools Workshop, our workshop leader David Iozzi will engage us in practical and transformative meditation techniques well-suited to innovators, entrepreneurs, and business leaders who want to move beyond simply preventing burnout to cultivating new capabilities for sustaining their best and highest work.
Participants will gain first hand experience of why “slow is fast” as we explore how taking time to incorporate meditation throughout our day isn’t a zero-sum game. Learn how the time-tested discipline of meditation, now being validated by contemporary neuroscience, is a strategic investment.
Leave equipped with simple yet powerful tools to:

Develop more clarity, focus on what matters most, and resist the distraction of the attention economy
Restore a sense of stability and resilience amidst the busyness of everyday life
Identify counterproductive and habitual patterns of mind and increase your capacity for meeting the complexities and challenges of work
Rejuvenate your energy, ignite creativity, and accelerate growth

Join other leaders in exploring how we can upgrade our inner operating system to accomplish more without sacrificing well-being.
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David Iozzi is a nonprofit executive, former systems engineer, and meditation teacher who has been leading retreats, teaching online programs, guiding communities of practice, and mentoring individuals around the world since 2006.
While working as a principal research scientist at Battelle Memorial Institute, the largest independent nonprofit applied science and technology organization in the world, he founded “InMeditation”, Battelle’s organization-wide meditation program serving the Columbus, OH, headquarters, regional offices, and the national laboratories it manages. The year-round program supported “the business of innovation” through courses, workshops, retreats, one-on-one meditation instruction and executive coaching.
David’s primary meditation training is within a Buddhist tradition as a close student of Dr. Reginald A. Ray, spending two to three months per year in group and solitary retreat for nearly two decades. During that time he was a senior teacher for Dharma Ocean, the nonprofit founded by Dr. Ray, and from 2013 to 2020 he also served as executive director, leading growth of the organization’s multi-million dollar retreat center and online programming serving a worldwide community.
He currently serves as Director of Studies at the New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care, overseeing curriculum development and directing the Contemplative Medicine Fellowship, a twelve month medical fellowship for physicians, advanced practice registered nurses, and physician assistants that he co-created with the Zen Center’s founders in 2021.
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to David
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing

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Navigating the AI Revolution: Guidance for Today's Leaders
2024-03-01 11:30 - 13:00 | Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Parkway Suite 200, New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
FRI 3/1/24, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Be ready to interact with our presenter, Ty Henkaline, and your fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.
If you’re a leader trying to navigate today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, grappling with your organization’s AI strategy has become imperative.
The rise of generative AI (GenAI) and large language models (LLMs) is reshaping how businesses operate, offering new capabilities from enhancing customer interactions to streamlining operations.
In this TIGER Talk, Ty Henkaline will explore real-world examples of companies that have successfully integrated GenAI, discuss the strategic challenges and ethical considerations you’ll face, and look ahead to emerging AI trends that could impact your business. Whether you’re facing pressure from stakeholders or aiming to stay competitive, this session will provide insights and actionable strategies to effectively harness the power of AI in your organization.
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We’re excited to bring you Ty Henkaline – a once nationally recognized athlete turned tech visionary. From acing academics and dabbling in behavioral science and AI during his PhD to leading groundbreaking AI projects at Singularity University (su.org), he’s always been at the forefront of innovation.
Ty’s journey includes transforming a startup’s AI product leading to an acquisition by eBay, and now, as the CTO of Singularity, he’s pioneering AI-driven neuroadaptive VR learning platforms. His work has been recognized in major publications and international stages, showcasing his knack for bridging data science, behavioral science, and AI.
Ty’s insights come from real-world experience in revolutionizing tech with AI – exactly why his talk is a can’t-miss for anyone looking to lead in the AI era.
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to Ty
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing

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AI Isn't a Strategy
2024-03-08 11:30 - 13:00 | Innovate New Albany, 8000 Walton Parkway Suite 200, New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
FRI 3/8/24, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Be ready to interact with our presenter, Ryan Frederick, and your fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a beacon of innovation and efficiency in the rapidly evolving business technology landscape. However, the burgeoning reliance on AI as a panacea for business strategy warrants a critical examination.
While AI offers unprecedented capabilities in data analysis, automation, and customer engagement, it should not be misconstrued as an overall business strategy but as a component of an overall strategy.
Learn how to leverage AI as part of your organization’s strategy without falling into the trap of AI being a strategy unto itself.
Please join us for this TIGER Talk to help you keep an appropriate perspective on the role AI should play in setting a winning business strategy!
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Our presenter, Ryan Frederick, is a futurist, strategist, technologist, financier, and author.
Ryan is the Managing Partner at the digital innovation firm Transform Labs (formerly AWH), a Strategy Guide with the strategy consulting firm Simply Strategic, and an advisor with Rev1 Ventures, Alloy Development Co., Jumpstart Ventures, and Techstars.
Ryan blends a technical background with business acumen to provide a balanced perspective of company strategy and business model for the most value and impact. Ryan has been part of starting and growing several product and service companies, including from inception to exit and turnarounds, helping the companies to establish product market fit and long-term sustainability.
Ryan has written two books about starting and managing companies. The first, The Founders Manual, focuses on key insights for entrepreneurs around product, being a founder, and their companies. The second, Sell Naked, shares perspectives on the challenges and opportunities of managing and growing a professional services firm.
Ryan frequently speaks about the future of work, digital transformation, and leveraging technology for greater impact and value.
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to Ryan
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing

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Sharpen Your Edge: Adapt and Thrive in VUCA Before Your Competitors Do!
2024-03-13 11:30 - 13:00 | National Veterans Leadership Foundation, 8131 Smiths Mill Rd. New Albany, OH 43054
SPECIAL LOCATION:
National Veterans Leadership Foundation, 8131 Smiths Mill Rd. New Albany, OH 43054
WED 3/13/24, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Be ready to interact with our featured speaker, Mark McGrath, and your fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.
Unlock your adaptability superpowers before your competitors do!
This compact masterclass will empower you to face the waves and chaos of VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, Ambiguity) with a sharper competitive edge.
We will learn how OODA (Observe, Orient, Decide, Act) is your surfboard for staying several steps ahead of your competition.
Tailored for entrepreneurs eager to outmaneuver their rivals, this TIGER Talk reveals cutting-edge thinking and strategic flexibility. Equip yourself with unparalleled insights to drive growth and innovation in your venture before your competitors even catch on!
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Mark McGrath, Chief Learning Officer at AGLX, teaches leaders and teams how to turn complexity into outsized competitive advantages.
Mark is also the co-creator/co-host of the podcast “No Way Out” and writes at his Substack “The Whirl Of ReOrientation.”
Finally, Mark is an Instructor for Denison Edge, a program offered by Denison University offering cutting edge business education to both professionals and students. Mark’s upcoming course, Leadership Edge, will begin in April and is open for enrollment now.
With a background as a United States Marine Corps officer and two decades in Wall Street asset management, Mark is a scholar and teacher of practically applying adaptive strategy and sound decision-making.
Mark earned his Bachelor’s in History at Marquette University and his Master’s in Economics from the University of Detroit-Mercy. Residing in Columbus and originating from Pittsburgh, his passions include master’s swimming and barbell training, reflecting his dedication to discipline and resilience.
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to Mark
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing

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How College Grads With Sustainability Education Add Big Value to Your Business
2024-03-22 11:30 - 13:00 | INNOVATE NEW ALBANY – NEW LOCATION, 7775 Walton Pkwy, Suite 100, New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
NEW LOCATION: 7775 Walton Pkwy, 3rd Floor, New Albany, OH 43054
FRI 3/22/24, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Be ready to interact with our featured speaker, Neil Drobny, and your fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.
Neil Drobny, PhD, will discuss a new sustainability initiative that he introduced at Western Michigan University — the Bronco Challenge for Sustainable Impact. Students work in teams of their own choosing on a year-long project that they design.
Key features of the program, striking a high note of innovation:

Projects must target a problem or issue embedded in the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Teams must be interdisciplinary.
Students work for money, not grades (1st place team gets $10,000)
Prizes are funded by corporate sponsors.

With the Challenge now about to wrap up its 2nd year, Neil will discuss why students commit to participating in the Challenge (besides the money) and why corporate sponsors are willing to commit scarce philanthropic dollars tp it. He will also highlight the international recognition that the Challenge has brought to Western. Learn more here.
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Neil Drobny went to college eager to study what we now call Sustainability. Unfortunately, however, Neil soon learned there were no such courses. Advisors suggested he study computers and space technology. He did not take that advice and majored in Environmental Engineering.
Neil’s first job was at a US Navy laboratory that provided logistic support for Operation Deep Freeze. Neil’s work involved environmental research pertinent to operating in the Antarctic. On one trip to the Antarctic, Neil walked around the world at the geographic South Pole on a warm summer day in January (minus 40 degrees F).
During Neil’s accomplished career, he spent considerable time at Battelle, ERM (Environmental Resource Management), and The Ohio State University. While at Ohio State for 16 years, he developed and taught courses in sustainable business practices in the Fisher College of Business, and played a key role in development of a university-wide major in Sustainability.
In 2020, Neil and his wife Betty moved to Kalamazoo, Michigan where they live on a lake.
Neil earned his Bachelors and Masters Degrees at Dartmouth College and his PhD at Ohio State.
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to our speaker, Neil Drobny
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing

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Catching the Quantum Information Wave
2024-03-27 11:30 - 13:00 | INNOVATE NEW ALBANY – NEW LOCATION, 7775 Walton Pkwy, Suite 100, New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
WED 3/27/24, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Be ready to interact with our presenter, Dan Gauthier, and your fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.
Quantum 1.0 technologies, such as the transistor and laser, have transformed society.
We are now entering the Quantum 2.0 age that promises to have a similarly large societal impact and accelerate our transition to an information-based economy. In the Quantum 2.0 future, quantum computers will solve intractable problems, quantum communication will be secure against an attack from a quantum computer, and quantum sensors will reveal nature with exquisite sensitivity.
We are currently in the hype cycle of Quantum 2.0, with billions of dollars invested by companies and governments. Yet, the State of Ohio does not yet have many participants in the Quantum 2.0 ecosystem.
In this TIGER Talk, Daniel Gauthier will give a brief overview of the promise of this quantum revolution, why there is so much excitement, and leave plenty of time to brainstorm about increasing local participation.
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Daniel Gauthier is a Professor of Physics at The Ohio State University and a co-founder of ResCon Technologies commercializing his research on classical machine learning. He has ongoing projects on space- and drone-based quantum communication and quantum machine learning through his university research. He recently organized a workshop for the National Science Foundation on scaling up research and development in quantum technologies, resulting in a national position paper.
Daniel also knows that having a good high-tech idea does not necessarily translate to a successful startup company.
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to Daniel
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing

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Accelerate Success: Mastering the Go-to-Market Strategy, Product-Market Fit, and Capitalization
2024-04-03 11:30 - 13:00 | INNOVATE NEW ALBANY – NEW LOCATION, 7775 Walton Pkwy, Suite 100, New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
NEW LOCATION: 7775 Walton Pkwy, 3rd Floor, New Albany, OH 43054
WED 4/3/24, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Be ready to interact with our featured speaker, Manny Larcher, and your fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.
Join us for an enlightening TIGER Talk that will revolutionize your approach to launching a successful business!
Discover the insider secrets to simplifying the complex process of reaching the right customers, finding your product-market fit, and securing the capital you need to thrive. Uncover practical strategies, expert insights, and real-world case studies that will empower you to navigate the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship confidently.
Grab this opportunity to supercharge your business growth and embark on a transformative journey towards unparalleled success. Take advantage of this game-changing event!
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Our featured speaker, Manny Larcher. is a lifelong learner who enjoys digging deep into new technologies and nourishing ideas.
Manny is a first-generation St. Lucian American born in Columbus, Ohio. He played a role in a venture-backed telehealth startup acquisition from 2015 through 2017. In 2017, he co-founded Stopwatch Creative, a marketing and tech agency assisting startups, artists, professional athletes, and brands all over the world with various marketing services.

When the pandemic created unforeseen complications for entrepreneurs, Manny created Colaeb, a SaaS platform connecting others to experts, growth partners, and helping businesses reach their target audience, which has grown to hundreds of active customers all over the world.Manny joined JumpStart Ventures in 2022, where he connects early-stage technology companies with Pre-Seed, Seed, and Series A funding, as well as nourishing relationships with entrepreneurial resources around Ohio. That same year, he co-created the Ohio Tech Happy Hour, an event in Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati to connect founders and investors. The event has been held over 25 times with 2,000+ attendees.

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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to Manny
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing
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Leadership Lessons From The Stories We Love
2024-04-12 11:30 - 13:00 | INNOVATE NEW ALBANY – NEW LOCATION, 7775 Walton Pkwy, Suite 100, New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
NEW LOCATION: 7775 Walton Pkwy, 3rd Floor, New Albany, OH 43054
FRI 4/12/24, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Be ready to interact with our featured speakers, Brian Nutwell & Drew Paroz, and your fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.
In this TIGER Talk, Brian Nutwell & Drew Paroz will share leadership lessons drawn from the first 100 episodes of their WonderTour Podcast, where we examine the movies so many of us love (from Star Wars to Fast & Furious to Disney’s Beauty & the Beast) for insights and universal themes that can help each of us become the Magnanimous Leaders we aspire to be. Why use pop culture movies? Because the ideas stick to our brains better that way!
Come ready to have fun while you learn about Leadership Superpowers, the tools on your Utility Belt, the Limit Break framework, and examples for putting it all together!
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Brian Nutwell is an experienced product innovation and data analytics leader.
He loves connecting with other people and their passions, taking absolutely everything back to first principles, and waking up each day with the hope of learning something new.
Brian joined Wonder Tour in Summer 2022 and has enjoyed discovering pragmatic leadership lessons hiding in our favorite mythic stories.
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Drew Paroz leads at the intersection point of people, data, and strategy.
For Drew, nothing is better than breaking down problems and systems into building blocks of thought except using those blocks to synthesize fresh models.
Drew is on a lifelong Wonder Tour to help take those building blocks into life change in himself and others.
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to our session leaders, Brian & Drew
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing

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Unleashing the Power of Generative AI: Navigating the Future of Work
2024-04-19 11:30 - 13:00 | INNOVATE NEW ALBANY – NEW LOCATION, 7775 Walton Pkwy, Suite 100, New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
NEW LOCATION: 7775 Walton Pkwy, 3rd Floor, New Albany, OH 43054
FRI 4/19/24, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Be ready to interact with our featured speaker, Christopher Slee, and your fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.
Unleashing the Power of Generative AI: Navigating the Future of Work” is a concise yet insightful talk that demystifies generative AI for a diverse audience.
Come and explore the transformation of AI from simple tools to systems capable of learning and creating like humans.
Discover the importance of “prompt engineering” and “workflow engineering” as essential skills for harnessing AI’s potential. Envision a future where multiple AI models collaborate to enhance decision-making and problem-solving.
Join us for this TIGER Talk to unlock the power of generative AI and prepare for a thriving future in the age of AI.
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Personal introduction from our featured speaker, Christopher Slee:
Hi I’m Chris, the Principal Technologist at Transform Labs (formerly AWH) and the CTO of IncludeHealth, a healthcare start-up changing the face of Virtual Physical Therapy.
When I speak about technology, I like to keep it accurate and relatable. I share stories and insights that matter to tech enthusiasts and anyone interested in how technology intersects with our daily lives and work. It’s about making sense of tech and making it understandable.
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to Chris
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing

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Dare to Unlearn: Unlearning for Personal and Organizational Greatness
2024-04-26 11:30 - 13:00 | INNOVATE NEW ALBANY – NEW LOCATION, 7775 Walton Pkwy, Suite 100, New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
NEW LOCATION: 7775 Walton Pkwy, 3rd Floor, New Albany, OH 43054
FRI 4/26/24, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Be ready to interact with our featured speaker, John Popelka, and your fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.
Our life experiences shape how we see the world. These perspectives create our beliefs, hardening into habits that limit our thinking and our potential. Like the invisible strings of a marionette, our beliefs can contort us into a safe, predictable, and mundane life of mediocracy.
At this TIGER Talk, learn concepts and methods to understand how you see and move through the world, so you can break the chains of old rules and habits and seize new opportunities — for you and your organizations.
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Our featured speaker, John Popelka, is a certified professional coach, advisor, and speaker who empowers people and organizations to gain unprecedented clarity and insights to achieve extraordinary and sustainable success.
John has worked in the Financial Services Industry almost 20 years and has held roles in strategy, innovation, risk management, project management, operations, service, and employee engagement.
John served in the Army for 20 years and held several leadership positions in combat positions, operations, intelligence, planning, and equal opportunity.
John is the founder of From Ashes Coaching & Consulting where he helps people and organizations search from within to forge their own growth from within.
He lives in Blacklick, Ohio with his wife, Rena, two kids, three dogs, two cats, and a hamster. He loves being outside hiking and biking, helping others, and spending time with his family.
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to John
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing

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Embrace the Unexpected: Think & Communicate Like An Improviser
2024-05-01 11:30 - 13:00 | INNOVATE NEW ALBANY – NEW LOCATION, 7775 Walton Pkwy, Suite 100, New Albany, OH, 43054, United States
NEW LOCATION: 7775 Walton Pkwy, 3rd Floor, New Albany, OH 43054
NOTE: THE DATE OF THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CHANGED to May 1.
NOW: WED 5/1/24, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Be ready to interact with our featured speaker, Nathan Minns, and your fellow participants.
Please arrive at 11:30 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.
When things change quickly, it’s easy to get overwhelmed!
But through this keynote, you’ll learn to navigate life’s unexpected turns with the agility and creativity of an improviser with the “Yes, And…” mindset.
You’ll explore how to stay flexible and positive when plans go awry and how to keep an open mind to new possibilities. This isn’t just about coping with change; it’s about thriving in it with a growth mindset and the “build, measure, learn” feedback cycle.
In this story-rich TIGER Talk, we’ll also introduce a decision-making model inspired by “Yes And,” helping you make clearer, more focused choices without feeling lost of overwhelmed. You’ll leave knowing how to work better with others, use everyone’s ideas, and turn confusion into clear, positive action. Discover the ease of the unexpected when you think like an improviser.
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Our featured speaker, Nathan Minns, is a certified international keynote speaker, trainer, and facilitator.
Nathan empowers individuals to think like improvisers to learn to embrace the unexpected. Nathan’s impact is clear: he has taught innovation strategy to the USA federal government, facilitated a 3-day startup event in the Kingdom of Bahrain, offered pitch coaching and early-stage entrepreneurship guidance globally, and facilitated events for diverse institutions.
Nathan has extensive experience in the startup ecosystem, both as an employee and a 3x founder, and Nathan’s online web design courses have engaged over 60,000 students from 179 countries. In the corporate world, he’s pioneered startup initiatives for major corporations in the USA.
In teaching communication, Nathan has been a paid actor for over 10 years, emceed National Speakers Association of Ohio events while serving on their board, instructed therapists in active listening, and earned the distinction of being the youngest board member at a youth leadership development nonprofit in 2017. Learn more at NathanMinns.com.
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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.
Timeline:
11:30 am – Lunch / Socializing
11:50 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”)
12:05 pm – Hand-off to Nathan
1:00 pm – Wrap / More Socializing

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