[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”5007″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]BURLINGTON: Generator makerspace announced the four entrepreneurs chosen for its new twelve-week Jump/Start, residency program, and free public lecture series. Each Jump/Start Entrepreneur receives $1000 in cash, and over $4500 worth of in-kind services including 24/7 access to Generator’s high-tech fabrication facilities, classes and expert consultations. Chosen from 26 applications by the Jump/Start selection committee the goal of the Jump/Start program is to help them successfully bring their innovative product ideas to market.

 

The Jump/Start entrepreneurship residency is centered around a unique six-part lecture/workshop curriculum developed by LaunchVT and presented by local area business experts. The lectures are free and open to the public, and present a full review of how to start a business from Market Analysis and Intellectual Property Protection to Brand Development and Financing. The lecture series begins on January 11, 5pm at Generator.

 

The JumpStart Entrepreneurs are:

 

• Courtney Reckord – data-driven jewelry designs created from USGS topographical renderings of iconic landscapes.
• Jake Blend – classic video arcade machines replicated in reduced sizes, featuring over 100 fully playable video games.
• Clay Mohrman – interior lighting designs combining natural found elements with LED technology in unique sculptural forms
• Christine Hill – Jewelry created from up-cycled, stainless steel bicycle parts including spokes and chains

 

“Jump/Start is designed to give super early-stage entrepreneurs with outstanding product ideas the support they need to bring their products to market and grow their businesses here in Vermont.” said Generator Executive Director Chris Thompson.  “We’re very excited to see such highly innovative products ideas in our first cohort of Jump/Start entrepreneurs. We highly encourage anyone who is interested in starting a business to attend the lecture series and learn along side our residents the essential elements of creating a successful business.”

 

At the end of the 12 week program Jump/Start entrepreneurs will present their business plans and products. They will leave with a detailed analysis of their business that they can use to apply for LaunchVT’s early stage acceleration program or other funding opportunities—all with no strings attached. Unlike many national entrepreneurial incubators, Jump/Start takes no equity in the chosen ventures.

 

Public Lecture Series includes:

 

1/11  Who will buy it? | Market Analysis – Christine Hammer:  Center for Women & Enterprise Vermont | Hammer Consulting.  5-7pm

 

1/23  How will people buy it? | Revenue Generation – Kimberly Stellavato: Center for Women & Enterprise Vermont.  5-7pm

 

2/8    How will you manage it? | Financial Management – Bret Hodgdon and Matt Cleare: Davis & Hodgdon.  5-7pm

 

2/22  How will it compete? | Business Formation & Intellectual Property – Justin McCabe:  Dunkiel, Saunders, Elliott, Raubvogel & Hand.  5-7pm

 

3/8    How will people know about it? | Brand Development – Michael Jager: Solidarity of Unbridled Labor.  5-7pm

 

3/22   How will you fund it? | Financing – Cairn Cross: FreshTracks Capital.  5-7pm

 

Register for Free:

www.eventbrite.com/e/jumpstart-lecture-series-01-market-analysis-tickets-41422946147

 

 

Learn more about the Jump/Start program:

www.generatorvt.com/jumpstart

 

Learn more about Generator:

www.generatorvt.com

 

Learn more about LaunchVT:

www.launchvt.com

 

Generator makerspace is a shared design and fabrication environment dedicated to supporting the creative, education and production needs of 300+ members. It offers universal access to studios, shared tool-sets, programming and a vibrant, solutions-oriented community in a 8500 square foot facility.

 

LaunchVT is a business mentoring program and pitch competition that provides strategic guidance, cash prizes, and in-kind services to entrepreneurs who deliver plans for new businesses that demonstrate exceptional potential in today’s market.

 

Jump/Start is made possible by our generous sponsors: Peoples United Bank, Davis & Hodgdon, BTV Ignite, Middlebury College, Merrit & Merrit, Fresh Tracks, Center for Women & Enterprise, M//E Design[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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Jump/Start Lecture Series

Come to all 6 Session for a Full Review of How to Start a Business

01  Who will buy it? | Market Analysis

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Instructor: Christine Hammer – Center for Women & Enterprise Vermont | Hammer Consulting

Every startup begins with an idea and a passion. But, just because you love your product or service doesn’t mean that others will and when it comes to success in business, it’s all about the customer. Some basic keys to starting a successful business are identifying who wants what you’re selling, will they pay for it, what you need to do to stand out from others in the marketplace, and studying potential competitors. We’ll explore these issues to get you on your way to formulating an effective business plan.

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02  How will people buy it? | Revenue Generation

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Instructor: Kimberly Stellavato – Center for Women & Enterprise Vermont

You’ve decided what to sell and who will buy it, but how will you bring your product or service to market to generate revenue? An effective go to market strategy will improve your business results by aligning your strategy to the evolving needs of your customers. In this session, we will take an in-depth look at how to capture your customer, how to develop a pricing and revenue model, and how to launch with success.

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03  How will you manage it? | Financial Management

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Instructors: Bret Hodgdon and Matt Cleare – Davis & Hodgdon

Once you have your go to market strategy and you’re ready to start generating revenue, you’ll need a plan for managing your financials. This session will cover the Accounting basics you’ll need to become familiar with in order to turn your idea into a business. We’ll explore cost structures, basic accounting and bookkeeping principles, and strategies for tracking expenses and revenue, setting up a reliable accounting system, and managing cash flow.

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04  How will it compete? | Business Formation & Intellectual Property

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Instructor: Justin McCabe – Dunkiel, Saunders, Elliott, Raubvogel & Hand

Intellectual property (IP) can give your business a leg up on your competition, focus your research, give your investors confidence, and protect your business assets; however, it takes planning and nurturing throughout the business development process. This session will provide an overview of the different types of IP, how to acquire and protect your IP, and, most importantly, discuss pitfalls that entrepreneurs encounter (e.g., pitch contests, taking to investors, waiting to consider IP protection). The session will also touch on the pros and cons of incorporating and when it may be a good idea for your new business.

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05  How will people know about it? | Brand Development

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Instructors: Michael Jager – Solidarity of Unbridled Labor

For entrepreneurial thinkers and makers, a great idea, product, or service is not enough to build your idea’s true potential. Your ability to capture, communicate, and create and refine your cultural relevance in people’s lives is essential. This is the practice of a Living Brand. It’s about strategic thinking and design and how to practice and apply it in oneness with your idea – because an idea that is not in motion, learning, and relevant is no idea at all. We will review what a brand is and why it matters and dig into the process, practice, and some cases of Living Brand work in action. Resources and reading materials for creating, clarifying, communicating, and cultivating your idea will be shared.

Sponsored by: 

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06  How will you fund it? | Financing

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Instructor: Cairn Cross – FreshTracks Capital

Financing is an important consideration for all entrepreneurs. This session will provide an overview of debt and equity instruments available to Vermont startups and discuss the pros and cons of different types of capital. We will also discuss which lenders and equity providers in Vermont are active participants in the market and how a startup can organize its “pitch” to obtain capital.

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