❇️ Debby Downer | CityClips #212

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Featured Partner: NAT20

Hurricane Debby made landfall around 7 AM in the Big Bend Coast near Steinhatchee. That makes Tallahassee to the left side of the hurricane, which is better than being on the east side of any hurricane. We’ve sent Issue #212 first thing if power goes down. On this Debby downer Monday, here’s a little pick-me-up. Explore the exciting world of Virtual Pitch Competition, where your ideas and business could get extra funding. Plus, get ready for INIE’s upcoming conference, packed with best practices and strategies for non-profits.

Quick Summary

In this 212th edition, here’s what we got:

• Entrepreneur Support: NACCE’s Virtual Pitch Competition

• NPO Support: INIE | Sector Forward Conference

• Bicentennial: TLH’s Aviation History Fueled City's Growth

• Featured Partner: NAT20 | September Event - Save the Date

• Networking + Business Events

ENTREPRENEUR SUPPORT

VIRTUAL PITCH

Image Credit: NACCE via Eventbrite

📢 Showcase your business ideas and potentially secure additional funding through the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) Virtual Pitch Competition. 🎙️ | Performance Innovation Institute LI

• All applicants must be registered with the Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Program. This program provides valuable resources and support for small businesses.

• Record a 1-minute (60-second max) video pitch of your business. | Learn More

• The deadline for 1-minute pitch uploads is on Aug. 11th, Sun. at 11:59 PM EDT

• Pitch contestants who are selected will be notified by Aug. 13th, Tues. and provided a Zoom link to attend the live virtual pitch event.

• If selected, you will take part in the virtual pitch competition on Aug. 16th, Fri.

Prize Pool:

💰 Total Prizes: $3,000

🥇 1st Place: $1,200

🥈 2nd Place: $750

🥉 3rd Place: $500

🏅 Additional Follow-Up Awards: $275 each for 2 additional participants

NPO SUPPORT

INIE CONFERENCE

Image Credit: INIE via LI

Mark your calendars for the upcoming Sector Forward Conference hosted by INIE. 📅

• This dynamic gathering brings together leaders, visionaries, and change-makers from various organizations to explore cutting-edge strategies, share best practices, and build collaborative networks.

• With a focus on empowering nonprofits of all sizes, the conference offers an array of workshops, keynote speeches, and panel discussions designed to equip attendees with the tools and knowledge necessary to elevate their impact and drive meaningful community change. | Learn More

• Julia will be a speaker on Aug. 22nd at 10:15 AM | View all speakers and facilitators here

• The networking connection event is on Aug. 21st, Wed. from 5 PM to 7 PM. Reception and sessions will be on Aug. 22nd, Thurs. from 8 AM to 3:30 PM. INIE members may register here, while non-members may register here.

BICENTENNIAL

TLH AIRPORT

Image Credit: WCTV

Planes flying in and out of Tallahassee for 110 years fueled the city's growth. 🛩️ | Tal Dem

• In 1914, the Daffin Theater brought in a person to give short tours around the city. For $15, people could get a bird's eye view of the hilly landscape of Tallahassee from a field at the northeast corner of Magnolia Drive and Park Avenue.

• According to city spokesperson Alison Faris, Tallahassee International Airport currently sees almost 1 million passengers a year who travel over 150,000 scheduled flights. This includes 1.3 million pieces of luggage in 2023.

• From 1914 to 2024, Tallahassee has had 6 airfields. The first municipal airport opened on Nov. 10, 1929, and was named Dale Mabry Field in honor of a Tallahassee native World War I pilot. The airport was located off West Pensacola Street, between today's Mabry Street and Appleyard Drive.

FEATURED PARTNER

Image Credit: NAT20

NAT20 | About NAT20 + Sept 5th Event

• Get ready to join the excitement with NAT20 (Nerds Around Tallahassee)! This dynamic networking group brings together all self-identified nerds—whether you're a tech whiz, an accounting guru, or just a fan of nerdy life. They gather every couple of months for a variety of fun social events all around Tallahassee. Come be part of the fun and connect with fellow enthusiasts!

🗓️ Save the Date: NAT20 Event on September 5th, Thurs. 6 PM to 8 PM at The Pickle Pad, 1925 N Monroe St Suite 109, Tallahassee, FL 32303

EVENTS

NETWORKING + BUSINESS

Image Credit: Capital City Chamber via FB

Postponed: Aug. 6th, Tues. 8:30 AM EDT at the Parkview at Cascades Park: Black Business Annual Breakfast by Capital City Chamber

• Postponed due to weather

• All ticket sales will still be honored

• Stay tuned for more details and updates

Aug. 15th, Thurs. 11:30 AM to 1 PM EDT at FSU IT Services, 1721 W Paul Dirac Dr: Joint TalTech & ISACA Luncheon (Hybrid Event) | Ticket price: $0 for Members; $40 for Non-Members Tickets

Aug. 15th to 18th, Thurs. to Sun. at Ritz Carlton Amelia Island: Annual Chamber Community Conference by Tallahassee Chamber | Register

Featured Event: Aug. 21st, Wed. 5:30 PM to 7 PM EDT at Foundation Meeting Room 625 E. Tennessee St.: Beyond Social Media - Building a Lasting Brand that Attracts Capital by Capital City Chamber | Learn More

Aug. 21st to 22nd, Wed. to Thurs. 5 PM to 7 PM, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM EDT at the TCC Workforce Development Building, 444 Appleyard Dr: Sector Forward Conference by INIE | Learn More

• Networking connection event on August 21st, 5 PM to 6:30 PM.

• Julia Holly will be the speaker on August 22nd, 10:15 AM to 10:50 AM.

• Member Registration here

• Non-Member Registration here

Aug. 21st to 22nd, Wed. to Thurs. 8:30 AM to 4 PM EDT at Tallahassee State College Fine & Performing Arts Center: LEAD Training Program by CareerSource Capital Region | Ticket price: $500 Register Learn More

Aug. 22nd, Thurs. 9 AM to 4 PM EDT at the Florida Hotel & Conference Center in Orlando: 2024 Florida Technology & Innovation Solution Summit by Florida Chamber Foundation | Register Learn More

Aug. 26th, Mon. 8 AM to 9:30 AM EDT: JH Creative Labs by Julia Holly | Ticket price: $49.99 Reserve a spot

• JHC Creative Labs are designed for people or teams for a one-time session. This is for group access to get constructive feedback, design critiques, or creative inspiration.

• Min. of 6 to max. of 10 spots.

Aug. 29th, Thurs. 5:30 PM EDT at Domi Station: Strategizing Your Business Success by Capital City Chamber | Learn More

Sept. 11th, Wed. 5:30 PM to 7 PM EDT at Foundation Meeting Room 625 E. Tennessee St.: Building Strong Financial Projections by Capital City Chamber | Register

Sept. 23rd to 24th, Mon. to Tues. 8 AM to 7:30 PM EDT at FSU Turnbull Center: Advantage Conference 2024 + 30th Anniversary Celebration by Capital City Chamber | Register

EPISODE 50

Join us this Wednesday on LinkedIn, Facebook, or YouTube sponsored by JH Creative channels. We will talk about “Lessons from Morning Brew Founder”. Got questions? Join us live!

- Julia & Ali (editors@cityclips.net)