Indiana startup

For many first-time founders, raising venture capital is a mysterious process. Without a robust network of investors or a board to make introductions, it can be tough to even land meetings. However, one thing every founder knows how to do is sell (or they should!). So, for first-time founders, I recommend approaching fundraising as if […]

It’s no secret that Indiana has been transforming into a burgeoning hub of technological innovation. This year alone, Indiana saw the creation of the Heartland BioWorks tech hub, continued development of 16 Tech Innovation District and the construction of The Forge, Bloomington’s new tech center which will be opening soon.  But we didn’t start as […]

The third quarter of 2024 saw significant fluctuations in the venture capital (VC) landscape, marked by shifts in investment strategies, regional hotspots of activity, and a renewed focus on technological advancements. Tech VC investment in Indiana decreased in the third quarter of 2024 in both total dollars and number of deals.   Recent shifts in economic […]

A good accelerator program helps founders better understand their opportunity and connect them with trusted, interested resources like mentors, advisors, investors, potential customers and organizations and tools that can help you grow your company.   These programs are important to the entrepreneurs that use them, and they’re also vital to organizations that want to keep tech […]

Author: Chelsea Linder, VP of Innovation & Entrepreneurship Author: Roger Shuman, Director of Venture Engagement Tech venture capital (VC) investment in Indiana increased in the second quarter of 2024 in both total dollars and number of deals even as the national VC market continued to face challenges.  Total tech VC investment in Indiana increased to […]

Annual gala moves to notable venue and will be held in February INDIANAPOLIS (July 11, 2024) — TechPoint, the industry-led growth initiative for Indiana’s digital innovation economy, today announced its annual Mira Awards gala will be held Thursday, February 27, 2025, at The Palladium in Carmel. The event known as “the Oscars of Indiana Tech,” has traditionally been held […]

I recently read “Choosing to Run” by Des Linden, the 2018 Boston Marathon winner. The book delves into the power of grit and perseverance, and I highly encourage anyone to read it regardless of your interest in running. I came across a quote from her in the book that I cannot stop thinking about:  “Having […]

Butler EdTech Accelerator cohort energized by learnings at ASU+GSV By Logan White In April, the Butler Accelerator for Education and Workforce Innovation cohort and I took part in the Arizona State University – Global Silicon Valley Ventures (ASU+GSV) Summit in San Diego. The gathering was the 14th year for the conference, which brings together leaders, […]