Rev: Ithaca Startup Works

Women and Negotiations: Asking for and Getting What You're Worth
2016-12-05 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Why do women negotiate less than men? How do stereotypes and unconscious bias conspire to make negotiation a dangerous proposition for women? And more importantly, how can these be overcome – by individual women and their male and female managers? What are some of the basics of good negotiation (for anyone – male or female)? And are there any special tips to help make women more effective negotiators? During the session, these questions (and more) will be explored and addressed.
Dr. Susan Fleming is a Senior Lecturer at Cornell’s School of Hotel Administration experience with expertise in the areas of finance, insurance, business strategy, negotiation, organizational behavior and issues of gender diversity. She currently serves on the board of Virtus Investment Partners, Inc., a publicly traded asset management firm; and Endurance Specialty Holdings, Ltd., a publicly traded global insurance and reinsurance company. Before retiring from Wall Street in 2004, Susan was a Partner with Capital Z Partners, L.P., a $1.85 billion private equity fund focused on investing in the financial services sector and an Analyst in M&A at Morgan Stanley.
Doors open at 6:00pm and presentations will be from 6:30-7:45pm. Light refreshments will also be provided.
The event is free, but space is limited, so please RSVP here!

Meetup: Ithaca Web People
2016-12-06 17:30 - 19:00, 2017-01-03 17:30 - 19:00, 2017-02-07 17:30 - 19:00, 2017-03-07 17:30 - 19:00 | Rev, Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca , NY, 14850, United States
Join Ithaca Web People for a Tuesday Tech Talk hosted at Rev. The Web People Meetup is a monthly meetup open for web professionals and enthusiasts featuring interesting presentations, good conversation, snacks and refreshments. RSVP here.

Five Key Ways to Prevent People Problems in a Growing Organization
2016-12-08 17:00 - 20:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Do you ever work with difficult people? Alan Willett, author of Leading the Unleadable: How to Manage Mavericks, Cynics, Divas and Other Difficult People, will be sharing strategies to help you effectively lead difficult people.
Doors will open at 5:00pm and presentations will begin at 5:15pm.
Please RSVP here!

Members Only: Rev Holiday Party
2016-12-13 16:00 - 19:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Startup your season at Rev’s Holiday Party on December 13 from 4-7 PM!
Rev will be full of good cheer for holidays and we want you to join us. Festivities include:
· Member Gift Swap: Please bring your swag to share with all guests
· Ultimate Gingerbread Build-a-thon: Create and pitch your ultimate rapidly prototyped treat
· Open Mic: Share your good cheer
· Plus music, treats, a photo booth, and good company!

Dress is casual, yet festive.
Please bring enough swag for the Member Gift Swap to share with all guests. A promo item or coupon is a good choice.
RSVP here!

Members Only: Meet 'n' Eat
2017-01-06 12:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Effective Investor Communications with Entrepreneur in Residence Brad Treat
Bring your lunch (or order in) and gather for a short presentation on a timely topic.
The first topic, Effective Investor Communications, prepares for the upcoming Member Only: Open Office Hours with Venture Capitalists from Cayuga Venture Fund.

Rev Members should RSVP here to attend.

Global New York Fund: Bringing NYS to the World
2017-01-10 08:00 - 10:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
The Global New York team is coming to Ithaca to introduce the $35 million Global NY Fund, which provides loans and grants to help New York State’s small and medium-size businesses start exporting or increase their global export sales. Grants are also available to non-profits that provide export assistance and trade education to NYS companies.
RSVP today and join us for this free event!

Entrepreneurs: Then and Now
2017-01-14 14:00 - 15:00
There is a long history of innovation and entrepreneurship in Ithaca and Tompkins County, some of which is captured in the current exhibit entitled “Made in Tompkins County.” This program will highlight the entrepreneurial spirit that has been evident in our community with a focus on the past few decades and into the present.
There will be a panel presentation followed by Q&A. A key question will be: How has Tompkins County’s entrepreneurial environment changed over the years and what has been the effect on entrepreneurs and on the community? This event is free and open to the public.
Moderator:
Larry Baum, The Computing Center
Panelists:
Tony Eisenhut, KensaGroup
Evan D. Williams, Tompkins Connect
Brad Treat, REV Ithaca Startup Works
For more information, contact:
Community@TheHistoryCenter.net

Members Only: Open Office Hours with Venture Capitalists from Cayuga Venture Fund
2017-01-19 09:00 - 12:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
The CVF team welcomes entrepreneurs to stop by and meet us during its office hours at Rev. We are pleased to share insights as to what investors look for in an investment opportunity as well as to give feedback on your pitch and business model. CVF looks forward to connecting with local entrepreneurs!
Office Hours will be held 9am-Noon and are first-come-first-served.
Please RSVP to help with planning purposes only. You may attend office hours as your schedule allows. This event is free.

Members Only: CEO Morning Coffee
2017-01-27 08:00 - 09:30 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
All CEOs of Rev Member Companies and Rev Sponsors are invited to sit down over a cup of locally-roasted coffee and connect during this casual meetup.
CEO Morning Coffee is hosted the last Friday of every other month and is open to only CEOs of Rev Member Companies and Rev Sponsors. Look for an invitation in your e-mail to RSVP.

The Logic of Profit: Understanding Start-Up Economics
2017-01-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Are you an aspiring or existing entrepreneur or small business owner who has lots of ideas but not a lot of finance knowledge? Do you want to understand the key financial drivers of your business without having to drown in accounting? Are you hesitant to raising outside capital because you are afraid of the “numbers” questions the lenders or investors might ask? If so, come join us for this introductory session on the basic concepts and ratios you should understand to launch and manage your business effectively.
Dr. Susan Fleming is a Senior Lecturer of Entrepreneurship at Cornell’s School of Hotel Administration with expertise in the areas of finance, entrepreneurship, business strategy, insurance, negotiation, organizational behavior and issues of gender diversity. She advises a number of early stage start-ups, is an active angel investor, and a member of UNY50. Susan also serves on the board of Virtus Investment Partners, Inc., a publicly traded asset management firm; and Endurance Specialty Holdings, Ltd., a publicly traded global insurance and reinsurance company. Before retiring from Wall Street in 2004, Susan was a Partner with Capital Z Partners, L.P., a $1.85 billion private equity fund focused on investing in the financial services sector and an Analyst in M&A at Morgan Stanley.
Doors open at 5pm, presentation begins at 5:30pm.
RSVP today and join us for this free event.

Developing an Entrepreneur Mindset
2017-01-31 17:00 - 18:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Developing an Entrepreneur Mindset: How Companies, Teams and Customers Can Benefit from Using the Most Basic Human Ability
Join us in downtown Ithaca for an engaging talk led by Ariana Blossom, Executive Coach, Startup Mentor, and Rev’s “Passenger to Pilot” Program Director.
“Are you a business or team leader whose company is facing challenges in your market?
Are you responsible for innovations within your company?
In this fun and engaging talk, you’ll learn about merging your creative aspirations with a tactical methodology to produce ideas that motivate, inspire and sell. This event is for women innovating in technology, engineering and design. Whether you’re at the C-suite level seeking an informed process for responding to changes in your market, responsible for research and development, or running a sales team, you’ll walk away with actionable insights.”
This free workshop introduces & highlights a longer-format course that Ariana offers for businesses, executives, and team leaders.
For more information and to RSVP, click here!

Networking@Rev: Clean Energy
2017-02-02 18:00 - 20:30 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Join us the first Networking@Rev of 2017! Networking@Rev is a great way to get to know Ithaca’s startup community, meet startups looking to hire/collaborate, and form valuable connections with local businesses and potential investors.
February’s theme is Clean Energy – a hot topic in the Southern Tier. Come hear from local startups focused on clean energy and energy efficiency, meet 76West Clean Energy Competition winners, and hear about opportunities for clean tech in our region.
The event is free. Please RSVP here to save your seat.
Doors open at 6:00 PM, remarks and pitches will begin at 6:45 PM

Members Only: Meet 'n' Eat
2017-02-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Held on the first Friday of the month, the Meet n Eat events are a chance for Rev Members to convene over refreshments and collaborate on a timely topic. We invite you to bring your lunch (or order in for your team) and gather for a short discussion of this month’s topic: Hiring the Right Talent in Upstate NY. Eat, listen to success stories, and share your own tactics for building a top-notch team. The session will elaborate on various aspects of hiring, including college and online recruiting, outsourcing, and location requirements. Entrepreneur-in-Residence Brad Treat will be leading the discussion, but all are encouraged to participate.
Rev Members should RSVP here to attend.

Members Only: Open Office Hours with Venture Capitalists from Cayuga Venture Fund
2017-02-16 09:00 - 12:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
The CVF team welcomes entrepreneurs to stop by and meet us during its office hours at Rev. We are pleased to share insights as to what investors look for in an investment opportunity as well as to give feedback on your pitch and business model. CVF looks forward to connecting with local entrepreneurs!
Office Hours will be held 9am-Noon. Pre-registration highly encouraged.
Drop-in appointments are welcome, but pre-registered entrepreneurs will have priority.

Members Only: Cornell Legal Research Clinic Office Hours
2017-02-22 15:00 - 16:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Cornell Legal Research Clinic will take individual research questions from Rev Member Companies. RSVP here to ensure your slot; drop-ins may have to wait.

Members Only: CEO Morning Coffee
2017-02-24 08:00 - 09:30 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
All CEOs of Rev Member Companies and Rev Sponsors are invited to sit down over a cup of locally-roasted coffee and connect during this casual meetup.
CEO Morning Coffee is hosted the last Friday of every month and is open to only CEOs of Rev Member Companies and Rev Sponsors. Look for an invitation in your e-mail to RSVP.

Women and Negotiations: Asking for and Getting What You're Worth
2017-02-28 11:30 - 13:30 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Why do women negotiate less than men? How do stereotypes and unconscious bias conspire to make negotiation a dangerous proposition for women? And more importantly, how can these be overcome – by individual women and their male and female managers? What are some of the basics of good negotiation (for anyone – male or female)? And are there any special tips to help make women more effective negotiators? During the session, these questions (and more) will be explored and addressed.
Dr. Susan Fleming is a Senior Lecturer at Cornell’s School of Hotel Administration with expertise in the areas of finance, insurance, business strategy, negotiation, organizational behavior and issues of gender diversity. She currently serves on the board of Virtus Investment Partners, Inc., a publicly traded asset management firm; and Endurance Specialty Holdings, Ltd., a publicly traded global insurance and reinsurance company. Before retiring from Wall Street in 2004, Susan was a Partner with Capital Z Partners, L.P., a $1.85 billion private equity fund focused on investing in the financial services sector and an Analyst in M&A at Morgan Stanley.
Doors open at 11:30am and presentations will start at noon.
RSVP here and join us for this free event!

Members Only: Cornell Legal Research Clinic Office Hours
2017-03-01 15:00 - 16:00, 2017-03-08 15:00 - 16:00, 2017-03-22 15:00 - 16:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Under the guidance of attorney instructors, Law students from the Cornell Legal Research Clinic are hosting open office hours to field pro bono legal research requests from Rev members.
The Cornell Legal Research Clinic serves clients who do not yet require full legal representation for a case, contract, or negotiation, but nonetheless have a legal question that requires counsel or preliminary review.  Services are limited to answering a discrete research question, and may include a recommended course of action, but do not extend to assisting with implementation.
RSVP here to ensure your slot; drop-ins are welcome but may have to wait.

Meetup: Women in Tech
2017-03-02 17:00 - 19:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
It is predicted that there will be 200 billion web connected (IoT) devices online by the year 2020. With the emergence of IoT, the lines between physical products and digital platforms are blurring. This change requires a new way of approaching product development that informs UX design and helps us determine feature sets for MVPs. In this discussion we’ll explore the landscape of IoT and engage with some practical tools on how to understand UX in this space.
This discussion will be useful for UX developers at startups and established companies, tech educators, and investors.
Facilitated by Xanthe Matychak, Assistant Director at Rev Hardware Accelerator and Interaction Designer for Air Quality Egg.
RSVP to this free event today!

Members Only: Meet 'n' Eat
2017-03-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Eat, listen to success stories, and share your own tactics for building a getting your company taxes done right. The session will elaborate on various aspects of doing the annuals taxes for a company and how that is different that personal taxes. We’ll talk about hiring tax-specific firms, tax-related bookkeeping, what to do if you get a $89K tax bill from the State of Delaware, and other related tax topics.
Entrepreneur-in-Residence Brad Treat and Christopher Hart from Sciarabba Walker, will be facilitating the discussion, but all are encouraged to participate.
Rev Members should RSVP here to attend.

Networking@Rev: Pitch Madness
2017-03-09 18:00 - 20:30 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Rev has got a bad case of March Madness! Join us for March’s Networking@Rev, featuring a fast-paced elevator pitch competition between Rev Member Companies. Members will pitch at a feverish pace, and a panel of judges will select the winners. Be there to cheer them on and vote for the Audience Favorite.
Before the event, be sure to pick your Rev Member Company fantasy team and share on Twitter. Check out our Members Page and name your three MVPs with the hashtag #RevDreamTeam. We’ll share the Dream Team picks on the night of the event and give away a few t-shirts to some of our fantasy players.*
And Remember, no wagering please.
Networking begins at 6pm, Pitch Competition begins at 645pm.
This event is free, but RSVP here to save your seat. Local beer & tasty eats.
Thank you to our Networking@Rev sponsors: Cayuga Venture Fund, Cornell Business & Technology Park, Databound Solutions, Miller Mayer LLP, MiTeGen and Sciarabba Walker & Co., LLP!
*Must be present to win.

Ithaca College Education Technology Day
2017-03-23 09:00 - 15:00
Join Ithaca College for their 27th annual Educational Technology Day on Thursday, March 23, 2017 from 9 AM to 3 PM in the Ithaca College Campus Center. Educational Technology Day is a free regional technology event that attracts over 1,600 people annually from upstate New York. It features local and national vendors such as AT&T, Apple, Brocade, Dell, Epson, Hewlett Packard, Microsoft and many others.
Some highlights for 2017:

– Featured Sessions track with nationally recognized thought leaders and other experts
– Vendor Showcase with more than 50 national, regional and local technology vendors
– College Showcase with faculty, staff and students showing how they are using technology in and out of the classroom
– Teaching and Learning with Technology Symposium – a special track dedicated to innovations and best practices in using technology for teaching and learning
– Startup Central – featuring startups and other emerging companies and technologies
– Discuss…IT – informal round table discussions facilitated by subject experts
– Seminars, Tours, and much more!

For further information and to register, please click here!
If you need accommodations to attend this event, please contact Kristin Hopkins at events@revithaca.com

The Hidden Power of Female Entrepreneurship, with Lisa Ann Pinkerton
2017-03-24 17:00 - 19:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Rev: Ithaca Startup Works and the Cornell Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise are pleased to present this opening lecture to the Cornell Business Impact Symposium on Friday, March 24 at Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, from women’s entrepreneurship and cleantech leader Lisa Ann Pinkerton!
Starting from day one, female entrepreneurs discover that while their way of going about business may not look like the traditional method, it can be just as effective, even more so. By embracing their natural management styles, setting their own corporate culture, and leading by example, women are showing the world that their way of doing business is the future of commerce for the 21st Century.
In this special presentation, founder and President of Technica Communications and Founder and Chairwoman of Women in Cleantech & Sustainability, Lisa Ann Pinkerton will connect the dots surrounding why women lead businesses deliver higher revenues and stronger returns for investors than more traditionally run businesses and how both genders can embrace their feminine leadership styles to thrive throughout their careers.
The event is free, but please RSVP here to reserve your spot!
Doors open at Rev at 5pm, talk begins at 5:30pm, with a reception to follow.
If you need accommodations to attend this event, please contact Kristin Hopkins at events@revithaca.com.
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Hear more from Lisa Ann Pinkerton during the Cornell Business Impact Symposium on Saturday, March 25th from 8am-5:30pm in Klarman Hall Auditorium at Cornell University. Register for the symposium here!
Cornell Business Impact Symposium (CBIS) is a regional event drawing student leaders and professionals from around the northeastern United States focused on the unique, positive impact the private sector is having on social and environmental challenges. Throughout the day we will explore how business can address some of the world’s most pressing problems to create a more sustainable economy. Participants will hear compelling stories on the latest trends and innovative solutions of organizations leveraging business to create a better world. The Symposium provides a unique opportunity for participants to engage with professionals, expand their professional network, learn about career opportunities and be inspired. Hosted by the Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise, SGE Club, Sustainable Enterprise Association, Social Business Consulting, and Net Impact.

Cornell Business Impact Symposium
2017-03-25 08:00 - 17:30
Join us for the Cornell Business Impact Symposium (CBIS): Creating Competitive Advantage through Sustainable Global Strategies, a regional event focused on the unique, positive impact the private sector is having on social and environmental challenges. Participants will hear compelling stories on the latest trends and innovative solutions of organizations leveraging business to create a better world. The event will feature an all-female panel of social entrepreneurs and more than half the speakers are women.
Topics to be covered include: Social Entrepreneurship, Technology & Sustainability, Branding & CSR, Human and Labor Rights, and Sustainable Food Systems.
Please click here to RSVP!

Equity Splits Negotiation: A Case Study Workshop with Dr. Susan Fleming
2017-03-29 16:00 - 19:30 | eHub Collegetown, 409 College Avenue, Ithaca, NY, 14850, United States
(Note: Due to the nature of the workshop, it is critical that you arrive on time AND read the case in detail in advance)
It’s time for something new at Rev! Come dig in deep and test your skills with a guided negotiation simulation, featuring Dr. Susan Fleming. The case in question? Three co-founders must negotiate how to divide the equity of their early-stage company. Participants in this workshop will prepare by downloading and reading a Harvard Business Publishing case study (access to these materials is $5.00) and take on the role of one of the co-founders during the workshop. By working in small groups, every participant will get to experience the challenge of trying to meet their own goals while compromising with team members who are also critical to the success of the venture. At the end of the workshop, Dr. Fleming will debrief the exercise, sharing outcomes from each team, lessons learned, insights, and strategies for the full group. Slots are limited – RSVP here and download your case study today!
Doors open at 4:00pm, and the simulation workshop will run from 4:30-7:30pm. Dinner will also be provided!
Problems downloading the case study or questions about the workshop, including accommodations needed to attend? Reach out to events@revithaca.com or Tweet us @RevIthaca.
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Dr. Susan Fleming is a Senior Lecturer of Entrepreneurship at Cornell’s School of Hotel Administration with expertise in the areas of finance, entrepreneurship, business strategy, insurance, negotiation, organizational behavior and issues of gender diversity. She advises a number of early stage start-ups, is an active angel investor, and a member of UNY50. Susan also serves on the board of Virtus Investment Partners, Inc., a publicly traded asset management firm; and Endurance Specialty Holdings, Ltd., a publicly traded global insurance and reinsurance company. Before retiring from Wall Street in 2004, Susan was a Partner with Capital Z Partners, L.P., a $1.85 billion private equity fund focused on investing in the financial services sector and an Analyst in M&A at Morgan Stanley.
