Rev: Ithaca Startup Works

Rev CEO & Sponsors Coffee Hour
2022-04-22 08:00 - 09:00, 2022-05-20 08:00 - 09:00, 2022-06-24 08:00 - 09:00, 2022-07-15 08:00 - 09:00, 2022-08-26 08:00 - 09:00, 2022-09-09 08:00 - 09:00, 2022-09-23 08:00 - 09:00, 2022-11-04 08:00 - 09:00 (America/New_York) | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Rev CEO & Sponsors Coffee Hour
All CEOs of Rev member companies and Rev sponsors are invited to gather in-person at Rev: Ithaca Startup Works and catch up over a cup of coffee.
Calendar invites for this event will be emailed to Rev CEOs and sponsors. If you would like to register, but have not yet received an invite, please contact rev@revithaca.com.

Networking@Rev: Better Together
2022-05-19 18:00 - 20:30 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Networking@Rev: Better Together
Thursday, May 19, 2022 (6:00 – 8:30 pm. ET) at Rev: Ithaca Startup Works
The Southern Tier is a rich environment for startups working across a diverse array of sectors, including clean tech, ag tech, food tech, and healthcare. Entrepreneurs working in the region have access to the combined efforts of Cornell University, Binghamton University, Corning Enterprises, LaunchNY, AM&T, NYSERDA, and NYSTAR, which cooperate to help connect founders with entrepreneurial resources and incubators, supporting scalable businesses, creating opportunities, and diversifying the employment base.
Join us at Rev: Ithaca Startup Works on May 19 for Networking@Rev: Better Together to learn about how organizations throughout and beyond the Southern Tier are working to nurture startup innovation, and connect in-person with some of the most important partners in that work.
Guests can look forward to catching business pitches from Southern Tier innovators, as well as networking with a community of established industry players, including founders, researchers, and investors.
This event is free and open to the public. Complimentary food and drink will be served. Attendees must abide by Cornell University’s COVID-19 event protocols (detailed in the Eventbrite upon registration).

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Manufacturing Hardware Accelerator Info Session
2022-06-23 16:00 - 17:00, 2022-07-19 16:00 - 17:00, 2022-08-03 16:00 - 17:00 | Online
Interested in learning more about the Manufacturing Hardware Accelerator? Register for this free and virtual information session led by Rev: Ithaca Startup Works!
The Manufacturing Hardware Accelerator is a cohort-based program led by Rev: Ithaca Startup Works that supports hardware startups that are ready to bring their prototypes into production. The program is funded by the U.S. Economic Development Administration and offered in partnership with Cornell Engineering.
NEW AGTECH TRACK: Launching this year, the program will feature a new AgTech track for agriculture technology startups that are ready to bring innovations in areas such as farming operations, animal husbandry, and food processing to market. Participants in the AgTech track will receive specialized training and mentorship and will be connected to experts and potential partners in the region’s robust agrifood ecosystem.
Over the course of the 52-week program, entrepreneurs are provided with valuable entrepreneurial and design for manufacturing programming, one-on-one mentorship, and networking opportunities—including introductions to manufacturers and investors. The cohort will meet virtually twice a month and in-person in Ithaca, NY approximately three times during the program for immersive experiences and manufacturing tours.
Applications for Cohort 3, which will run from September 2022 to August 2023, are now open and applicants will be selected on a rolling basis.
APPLY NOW: https://bit.ly/RevHardware2022
ELIGIBILITY: The Manufacturing Hardware Accelerator is designed for startups based anywhere in the U.S. that have already developed a fully functional prototype and identified a viable customer market. Hardware and physical product startups with innovations geared toward businesses or consumers that include electronics, plastics, enclosures, mechanisms, and or machines are encouraged to apply. The program is free, and participants do not give away any equity.

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Networking@Rev: Empowering the Ecosystem
2022-06-23 18:00 - 20:30 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Networking@Rev: Empowering the Ecosystem – Moving Toward Gender Equity in Entrepreneurship
Thursday, June 23 (6:00 – 8:30 pm. ET) at Rev: Ithaca Startup Works
Female founders are flourishing. In 2021, startups founded solely by women in the United States raised nearly $6.4 billion in venture capital – 83% higher than the total raised in the previous year, according to PitchBook data. Despite these exceptional gains, that amount still represents a sliver (2%) of the $330 billion in VC dollars invested in U.S. startups across the board last year.
Rev: Ithaca Startup Works invites the public to “Empowering the Ecosystem” on June 23 (6:00 – 8:30 p.m. ET), an evening devoted to networking and addressing how to move the entrepreneurial ecosystem toward gender equity.
Andrea Ippolito, CEO and founder of SimpliFed, a Rev member company that recently closed a $6 million seed round, will be leading an engaging panel discussion with founders, investors, and business leaders on ways the ecosystem can better support women and non-binary entrepreneurs seeking startup success. The night – free and open to all – will also showcase startup pitches and include mingling over local food and beverages.
Attendees must abide by Cornell University’s COVID-19 event protocols (detailed in the Eventbrite upon registration).

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Rev CEO & Sponsors Happy Hour
2022-07-26 16:30 - 17:30
Rev CEO & Sponsors Happy Hour
All CEOs of Rev member companies and Rev sponsors are invited to gather in-person at Liquid State Brewing Company on Tuesday, July 26 (4:00 – 5:30 p.m. ET) to catch up over local beverages and bites.
Calendar invites for this event will be emailed to Rev CEOs and sponsors. If you would like to register, but have not yet received an invite, please contact rev@revithaca.com.

Networking@Rev: Hardware Demo Day
2022-08-04 18:00 - 20:30 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Join us to celebrate the progress made this summer by the Rev: Ithaca Startup Works Prototyping Hardware Accelerator, ClimateTech Prototyping Hardware Accelerator, and AgTech Prototyping Hardware Accelerator cohorts!
Over the past 11 weeks, these 17 teams have gone on a deep dive into entrepreneurship to test if their product ideas are commercially desirable, technologically viable, and economically feasible. Attend Demo Day to enjoy complimentary local refreshments, connect with Ithaca’s startups, and observe teams’ business pitches and prototype demonstrations — innovative ideas from indoor growing hubs to heart damage detection implants. All are welcome, and admission is free.
Attendees must abide by Cornell University’s COVID-19 event protocols (see details in Eventbrite registration).

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Rev Content Session: Finding Federal Funding
2022-09-12 17:00 - 18:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Rev Content Session: Finding Federal Funding
Monday, September 12, 2022 (5:00 -6:00 p.m. ET) –314 E State St., Ithaca, NY
An infusion of funding at the right time can mean the difference between a startup soaring to success and failing to launch. STEM entrepreneurs and startup founders seeking non-dilutive federal funding from SBIR/STTR sources are invited to join Rev: Ithaca Startup Works and Kirk Macolini of InteliSpark, LLC, for an in-person content session on September 12.
Attendees will learn about the various forms of SBIR/STTR funding and assistance programs available to aid in the application process, as well as the dos and don’ts of crafting a competitive proposal. Admission is free, and all are welcome. Please RSVP to reserve your seat.
Register: https://bit.ly/RevSept2022

Manufacturing Hardware Accelerator Summit
2022-09-14 10:00 - 13:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Manufacturing Hardware Accelerator Summit
Wednesday, September 14, 2022 (10:00 -1:00 p.m. ET) – 314 E State St., Ithaca, NY
Convening the Southern Tier Startup Community to celebrate the 2021-22 Manufacturing Hardware Accelerator cohort. Join us at Rev: Ithaca Startup Works to witness the progress and success of Cohort 2 of the Manufacturing Hardware Accelerator! Partners from the Southern Tier startup community are invited to meet the cohort, attend a panel discussion between manufacturers and entrepreneurs, hear pitches from select teams, and enjoy local lunch and beverages.

Register: https://bit.ly/Rev-MHA

Networking@Rev: Successful Student Startups
2022-09-15 18:00 - 20:30 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Home to over 30,000 students, Ithaca, NY is a college town at its core. With entrepreneurial resources and support readily available, countless startups are formed while their founders are still in school. Join us to learn from standout student founders about their entrepreneurial journeys!
Admission is free, bites and beverages will be provided, and all are welcome.
Attendees must abide by Cornell University’s COVID-19 event protocols (detailed at the registration link).

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Networking@Rev: Most Customer-Driven Startup Awards
2022-10-13 18:00 - 20:30 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Focusing on customer needs and challenges is a central doctrine we practice at Rev. Join us as we convene Ithaca’s startup community to celebrate four local startups who exemplify this mission, and award one as the winner of the 2nd Annual Most Customer Driven Startup Award.
The night will begin with networking, followed by pitches from each of the nominated startups – Antithesis Foods, Florae Collaborative, South Hill Cider, and Levelle Nutrition.
Visit revithaca.com/awards to vote for the startup you think should win the 2022 Most Customer Driven Startup Award. Votes will be counted until 7:00 pm on October 13 and the winner will be announced live. The winning startup earns bragging rights for the year and an amazing handcrafted trophy.
All are welcome to attend and admission is free. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Please RSVP here to attend, as space is limited.

Rev Content Session: Understanding Branding with Allison Usavage
2022-10-28 09:30 - 10:30 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
What does brand mean to you as an entrepreneur? Join us at Rev: Ithaca Startup Works for a content session with Allison Usavage, co-founder of branding studio Relays.
In this session, we’ll redefine branding and explore how holistic brand thinking can support your company’s growth. Allison will discuss:

The difference between brand and branding
What you can do now to establish a solid brand foundation
How your brand can (and should!) evolve as your company grows
Options for branding partners

Admission is free and anyone with an established company is welcome to attend. Rev member startups are invited to book a 1:1 Office Hours chat with Allison after the session. Please RSVP here to attend, as space is limited.

Rev CEO & Sponsors Coffee Hour
2023-01-20 08:00 - 09:00, 2023-02-10 08:00 - 09:00, 2023-02-24 08:00 - 09:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Rev CEO & Sponsors Coffee Hour
All CEOs of Rev member companies and Rev sponsors are invited to gather and catch up over a cup of coffee.
Calendar invites for this event will be emailed to Rev CEOs and sponsors. If you would like to register, but have not yet received an invite, please contact rev@revithaca.com.

Prototyping Hardware Accelerator Information Session
2023-01-31 16:00 - 17:00, 2023-03-07 16:00 - 17:00 | Online
Take your product idea to the next level – Apply by March 31!
Are you an entrepreneur ready to take your product idea to the next level? Rev: Ithaca Startup Works invites you to take a deep dive into prototyping this summer! Join this info session to learn more about the program, meet program leadership, and get all your questions answered.
Over 10 weeks, Rev’s Prototyping Hardware Accelerator guides product teams through a process to determine if their ideas are commercially desirable, technologically viable, and economically feasible. Upon completion of the program, participants are positioned to recruit team members, bring on partners, initiate work with contract manufacturers, and pitch to investors.
The program offers three unique tracks with tailored content and instruction:

Open Track: Open to innovators in any field since 2014, Rev’s classic track provides foundational training across industries. Participants will be eligible to receive a maximum stipend of $2,000 for prototype development.
AgTech Track: Agriculture technology startups are immersed in specialized training and connected to experts and potential partners within the agriculture industry. Participants will be eligible to receive a maximum stipend of $2,000 for prototype development.
ClimateTech Track: Climate tech startups are placed in a like-minded cohort, matched with clean energy and clean tech mentors, and learn from guest speakers in the field. Participants will be eligible to receive a maximum stipend of $10,000 for prototype development.

Applications are now being accepted for the Open, AgTech, and ClimateTech tracks of the Summer 2023 Prototyping Hardware Accelerator! The accelerator is held in person at Rev: Ithaca Startup Works in Ithaca, New York beginning on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The program is free and open to the public.
Accessibility:
Please contact Hope Spithaler (hbs63@cornell.edu) at least five days prior to the event with any accessibility needs.
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Questions? Contact rev@revithaca.com.

Rev Members Exclusive: NYS Anti-Sexual Harassment Training
2023-02-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
According to a new New York State legislation, all employers are required to adopt a sexual harassment prevention policy and their employees are required to complete sexual harassment prevention training.
As of October 9, 2018, all employees are required to receive training on an annual basis. This Rev member exclusive workshop led by Tim O’Brien, Esq. specialist in employement law, fulfills the New York state training requirement for staff. All participants will receive a certificate of completion.
The last 15 minutes will include a special segment for employers only.
Please register for this event so we can anticipate your attendance.

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Networking@Rev: Hardware Happenings
2023-02-16 18:00 - 20:30 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Join Rev: Ithaca Startup Works for this exciting Networking Night spotlighting the hottest hardware startups in the Ithaca entrepreneurial ecosystem!
All are welcome to attend and admission is free. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Please RSVP here to attend, as space is limited.

Prototyping Hardware Accelerator Information Session
2023-02-23 17:00 - 18:00 | TBA

Rev CEO & Sponsors Happy Hour
2023-03-07 17:00 - 18:00
Rev CEO & Sponsors Happy Hour
All CEOs of Rev member companies and Rev sponsors are invited to gather and catch up over a drink.
Calendar invites for this event will be emailed to Rev CEOs and sponsors. If you would like to register, but have not yet received an invite, please contact rev@revithaca.com.

Rev Content Session: Straight from the (Funding) Source
2023-03-22 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual
Are you a founder seeking funding to take your startup to the next level? Join us virtually for an exclusive Rev Content Session on funding sources with a special panel of expert guests.
Jennifer Tegan, managing director of New York Ventures at Empire State Development, Marnie LaVigne, president and CEO of Launch NY, and Somak Chattopadhyay, founder and managing partner of Armory Square Ventures, are three of New York State’s leading voices on startup funding and growth. They’re teaming up to share their expertise and insights on finding funding in this content session, exclusive for members of the Rev community.
This 90-minute session will include a 60-minute presentation and 30-minute Q&A session, so come ready to ask these experts your most burning questions on finding funding! Admission is free and anyone with an established company is welcome to attend.
RSVP to attend.
