Upcoming Events

In addition to the awards ceremony, there will be several events along the way to help connect inventors with knowledge, resources, and investors. All of these events are open to competition entrants and to the public, though some events require advance registration. We look forward to seeing you there!

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Cincinnati Innovates: Kick-off

  • When: Tuesday, May 4th at 4:00pm
  • Where: The Taft Center on Fountain Square (Second floor of the US Bank/Westin atrium on Fountain Square. Parking is available across the street at the Fountain Square garage.)
  • Who: Our sponsors (angel and venture capital investors, patent attorneys, incubators, and other leading community organizations), academic leaders, community leaders, creatives, techies, inventors, and entrepreneurs
  • What: Cocktails, networking, and a five-minute presentation on the Cincinnati Innovates competition.
  • Register: This event is free, but an RSVP is requested - register at: http://cincinnatiinnovateskickoff2010.eventbrite.com
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Cincinnati Innovates Video Workshop

  • When: June 23rd 1:00pm - 5:00pm (30 minute appointments)
  • Where: Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber Learning Center (3rd Floor)
  • What: Come find out what it takes to create a persuasive 30 second elevator speech about your product or business - then we'll film it and upload it on the spot! Equipment provided.
  • Register: $40. Space is limited. Make reservations online now. http://cincinnatiinnovatesvideo.eventbrite.com
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How to Finance a Startup

  • When: Wednesday, July 21, 2010, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
  • Where: Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber Learning Center (3rd floor)
  • What: Did you know that Google was initially financed with credit cards? Or that P&G was a started on a loan from a father-in-law? Join us for a two-hour intensive workshop on How to Finance a Startup! By the end of the workshop, you will understand the fundamentals of startup finance, have an idea of how much capital you need, and a plan for how you're going to get it. You will learn tricks that will save you thousands in startup costs - and prevent you from making serious mistakes in financing your company.
  • Register: $100 early bird. Space is limited. Make reservations online now. http://startupfinance.eventbrite.com/
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Planet Eureka! Inventor Workshop

  • When: August 7, 9:00am-2:00pm
  • Where: TBD (Eureka Ranch or UC depending on registration)
  • What: A highly interactive workshop facilitated by Eureka! Ranch International where fellow inventors will help you articulate your invention in language that excites business buyers! The workshop prepares you to submit your invention to the Planet Eureka! International Innovation Network with a complementary $2000 market research report!
  • Learn More: Make reservations online now.
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InOneWeekend: 100 People, 3 days, 1 Startup

  • When: TBD
  • Where: Tangeman University Center at UC
  • What: 100 people create a startup in one weekend. Friday brainstorm, Saturday build, Sunday launch! Put your name on the waitlist now!
  • Register: Get more info at http://www.inoneweekend.org
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Cincinnati Innovates Awards Ceremony

  • When: Wednesday, September 22nd 6:30pm-9:00pm
  • Where: Freedom Center
  • What: Awards for the 2010 Cincinnati Innovates Competition will be announced and awarded with networking with investors and celebration following the announcements.
  • Register: $79. Space is limited. Make reservations online now. Register at: http://cincinnatiinnovatesawards2010.eventbrite.com