Empowering Growth: Bret Schreiber and Fulton Bank’s Impact on the BioHealth Capital Region

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Empowering Growth: Bret Schreiber and Fulton Bank’s Impact on the BioHealth Capital Region By Sam Hopkins | October 17, 2023 Fulton Bank, a formidable financial institution with a rich history [….]

Pitch Perfected: Crafting a Compelling Pitch – 6 Tips for Mastering the Art of Storytelling for Startups

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In the world of entrepreneurship, securing investments and partnerships is often a make-or-break moment. The art of pitching is a critical skill for founders looking to propel their innovative ideas forward. 

2nd Annual BioDiscovery Summit

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Join CvilleBioHub for the second edition of the BioDiscovery Summit, a thrilling gathering of researchers, entrepreneurs, and life science professionals. This in-person event will take place on Thursday, October 12, [….]

Tips for Founders: Building and Managing a High-Performing Board

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Building a high-performing board is crucial for the success of a company. The boardroom plays a significant role in shaping the direction and growth of every company, and especially of a nascent startup. To help founders navigate this important aspect, Dr. Deborah Hemingway, Managing Partner at Ecphora Capital, presented insights into building and maintaining an effective board during this month’s installment of BioBuzz’s Entrepreneur Seminar Series. 

Navigating Entrepreneurship as a Woman Founder: Insights From Those Who Have Been There

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Seasoned pros might make it look easy, but make no mistake – entrepreneurship can be incredibly intimidating and difficult to navigate, especially for women, as they face numerous challenges like underrepresentation and imposter syndrome. Being able to overcome these obstacles is a testament to resilience, and with that we asked two BioHealth Capital Region entrepreneurial veterans to share some advice for women who are beginning their own journeys.  

GMU/ICAP Mentorship Program Connects Mentors with Growing Life Science Startups

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Developing an ecosystem for life sciences startups takes a lot of energy and support. The Innovation Commercialization Assistance Program (ICAP), a program of George Mason University and the Virginia SBDC, has been laying the groundwork to support these emerging companies and has tapped two new life sciences mentors to provide guidance for entrepreneurs.