Rev Members Exclusive: CEO & Sponsor Morning Coffee
2019-09-27 08:00 - 09:30, 2019-10-25 08:00 - 09:30, 2019-12-13 08:00 - 09:30 (America/New_York) | 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. Registration is by invitation-only.

Rev Members & Sponsors Exclusive: Free Pass Day
2019-10-08 09:00 - 17:00, 2019-11-12 09:00 - 17:00, 2019-12-10 09:00 - 17:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
All employees of Rev Member companies are welcome to come work without using a Day Pass. This is a great chance to catch up with mentors and other Members, meet new people, and connect with special guests and Rev Sponsors! Bagels provided – yum!

Rev Members Exclusive: Office Hours with Jon Greene, Senior Director at the New York State Innovation Venture Capital Fund
2019-10-11 10:00 - 14:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Rev Members Exclusive: Office Hours with Jon Greene, Senior Director at the New York State Innovation Venture Capital Fund
Jon Greene has been leading and advising investor backed startups in the healthcare, energy, and biotech sectors for nearly two decades. In these roles, he has managed technology-to-product commercialization, provided financial oversight and planning, and secured relationships with investors and strategic partners. For his latest venture, Sterifre Medical, Inc., Jon was instrumental in building an industry-focused team that raised $15M in capital, securing relationships with Fortune 500 partners, and moving the technology from lab prototype to a manufacturable unit. In Summer 2019, Jon joined the New York State Innovation Venture Capital Fund as a Senior Director investing in start-ups in the Upstate New York area. In this role, he is a board of observer for numerous venture backed companies, including GiveGab.
Although not an engineer by degree, Jon brings over a decade of engineering management experience in the context of new product design and development. Such interactions have enabled him to make positive contributions to strategic business and product development initiatives, leading to numerous patents and trade secrets for organizations.
Jon’s core skills including building teams, technology licensing, financial analysis, and operational planning from concept to market. He has worked with and consulted for numerous brands, including Vail Resorts, Burton Snowboards, and Corning, Inc. One of the key factors for his success is his ability to be an empathetic communicator, as well as translating highly technical information in print and presentations to a range of audiences. To all projects Jon brings a strong intellectual curiosity, analytical ability, and collaborative decision-making process that is a framework for successfully navigating to success.
In his free time, Jon is a ski patroller at Greek Peak Mountain Resort and a Commissioner for the City of Ithaca’s Board of Public Works. He also competes in triathlons, plays drums in a local band, and is building a treehouse with his kids.
If you would like to meet with Jon, please register for a 30 minute time slot.

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Workplace Leadership & Team Building with Erica Marx - Workshop 2
2019-10-16 15:00 - 16:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
What makes a high-performing team? Recent research in organizational behavior has revealed a single key factor that predicts team performance in fast-changing environments. In this highly interactive, three-part series, participants will gain key personal insights and practical tools to build positive, productive, and resilient teams with the capacity to innovate and thrive in the face of ongoing challenges.
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Rev Members Exclusive: Office Hours with Miller Mayer Law Firm
2019-10-17 09:00 - 12:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Rev members are invited to schedule a time to meet with an Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) from Miller Mayer Law Firm on Thursday, October 17th.
Office Hours will be held 9:00am-12:00pm. Registration is required for a 30-minute session and will close on Wednesday, October 16th at 9:00am. If you are interested in attending these Office Hours, but miss the registration sign-up, please contact Mac-Andrew Nelson at mkn43@cornell.edu.

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Networking@Rev: Go Solo or Grow Your Team?
2019-10-24 18:00 - 20:30 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
As startups gain customers and identify new markets, the burning question is ever-present—Is it time to hire? Hiring too early can crush cash-strapped startups and hiring too late could mean lost revenue. Learn from investors and startup founders on when, who, and how to make hiring successful.
All are welcome to network, hear pitches, and engage with a panel of investors and entrepreneurs focused on the issues facing startups as they grow. Complimentary food and drink will be served.

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Engineering Entrepreneurship Workshop: The Fast-Track to Licensing University Technology
2019-10-25 10:00 - 11:30 | eHub Collegetown, 409 College Avenue, Ithaca, NY, 14850, United States
Pat Govang (Director of Innovation Partnerships at Cornell University) and Nate Cook (Entrepreneur in Residence at Cornell University) will lead a workshop discussion focused on how to fast-track licensing of university technology at eHub Collegetown on October 25 (10:00 – 11:30am). Co-hosted with the Technology Entrepreneurship Club.

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Engineering Entrepreneurship Workshop: SBIR Application Process and Options for Non-dilutive Funding for Startups
2019-10-28 17:30 - 19:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Engineering Entrepreneurship Workshop: SBIR Application Process and Options for Non-dilutive Funding for Startups
Kirk Macolini (President of InteliSpark, LLC) will lead a discussion focused on the SBIR application process at Rev: Ithaca Startup Works on October 28 (5:30 – 7:00pm). The event is co-hosted with Big Red Ventures.

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Rev Members Exclusive: Morning Grind - "Positioning" with Tony Frontera
2019-11-01 09:30 - 10:30 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Southern Tier Startup Alliance Entrepreneur-in-Residence, Tony Frontera, will lead a workshop focused on position your venture. Positioning is the starting point for the customer-oriented marketing plan. All of the important decisions and tactics are dependent on these elements.
Tony will answer: What is the unique perceived value proposition, and why is it important? What are you selling to whom, and why will they buy? There will be time for questions and answers at the end of the session.

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Rev Members Exclusive: Office Hours with Tony Frontera
2019-11-01 11:00 - 13:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Southern Tier Startup Alliance Entrepreneur-in-Residence, Tony Frontera, will be holding office hours at Rev: Ithaca Startup Works on November 1 from 11:00am to 1:00pm. Please sign up for a 30 minute time slot to meet with Tony.

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Ithaca College Startup Idea Demo Day
2019-11-19 17:00 - 20:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Mark your calendar for the 2019 Ithaca College Startup Idea Demo Day, hosted at Rev: Ithaca Startup Works!
Students eager to launch their business ideas will have the opportunity to pitch to seasoned entrepreneurs. 12 student teams from Ithaca College will present to a panel of judges who will award shares of $5,000 in business support to help the students develop their ideas into reality. Also up for grabs are the Sustainability Award and Audience Choice Award. Show up to cast your vote!
View the 2019 Ithaca College Business Idea Demo Day poster for more information.
Doors open at 5:00 pm, pitches begin at 5:30 pm. This event is free to the public. Food and drink will be served. Please RSVP.

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Workplace Leadership & Team Building with Erica Marx - Workshop 3
2019-11-20 15:00 - 16:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
What makes a high – performing team? Recent research in organizational behavior has revealed a single key factor that predicts team performance in fast – changing environments. In this highly interactive, 3 – part series you will gain key personal insights and practical tools to build positive, productive, and resilient teams with the capacity to innovate and thrive in the face of ongoing challenges.
Please RSVP here –

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Rev Member Exclusive: Office Hours with Miller Mayer Law Firm
2019-11-21 09:00 - 12:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Rev members are invited to schedule a time to meet with an Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) from Miller Mayer Law Firm on Thursday, November 21st.
Office Hours will be held 9:00am-12:00pm & registration is required for a 30-minute session. Registration for this event will close on Wednesday, November 20th at 9:00am. If you are interested in attending these Office Hours & miss the registration sign-up, please contact Mac-Andrew Nelson at mkn43@cornell.edu

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Morning Grind: Insuring New Ventures
2019-12-06 09:00 - 10:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Rev Member Exclusive Morning Grind Presents: Insuring New Ventures with Carrie Shaw
Carrie Shaw of One Group will present on the best insurance practices when starting a new venture. There will be an opportunity for attendees to ask questions at the end.

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Perfecting Your Pitch Workshop
2019-12-10 15:00 - 16:00 | Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Rev: Ithaca Startup Works Entrepreneur-in-Residence, Brandon Wright, will host a workshop for “Perfecting Your Pitch” on December’s Free Pass Tuesday. All members are welcome to attend and perfect their business pitch!

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Rev Member & Sponsor Holiday Party
2019-12-11 17:00 - 19:30 | Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Everyone looks forward to an office holiday party, but Rev members know that our incubator holiday party is Ithaca’s best startup bash! Rev members and stakeholders are invited to join us on December 11 (5-7:30pm) for local bites and beverages, a holiday bake-off challenge, and of course, our highly anticipated Gingerbread Rapid Prototyping Contest! Families are welcome. So put on your best ugly sweater, or your festive finest, and join in the festivities!

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Napkin-to-Prototype Hardware Accelerator Info Session
2019-12-12 17:00 - 18:00
Learn more about Rev’s summer Napkin-to-Prototype Hardware Accelerator program at this information session.
Director Ken Rother will share insight on the program schedule, goals, and outcomes.
The program is free and open to the public. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
More information on Napkin-to-Prototype.

Rev Member Exclusive: Office Hours with Miller Mayer Law Firm
2019-12-19 09:00 - 12:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Rev members are invited to schedule a time to meet with an Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) from Miller Mayer Law Firm on Thursday, December 19th.
Office Hours will be held 9:00am-12:00pm & registration is required for a 30-minute session. Registration for this event will close on Wednesday, December 18th at 9:00am. If you are interested in attending these Office Hours & miss the registration sign-up, please contact Mac-Andrew Nelson at mkn43@cornell.edu

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Rev Members Exclusive: NYS Anti-Sexual Harassment Training
2020-01-07 09:00 - 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.
Coffee & a light breakfast will be provided. Please register for this event so we can anticipate your attendance.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rev-members-exclusive-nys-anti-sexual-harassment-training-tickets-85246349125

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Rev Members Exclusive: Free Pass Day
2020-01-14 09:00 - 17:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
All employees of Rev Member Companies are welcome to work at Rev without using a Day Pass. This is a great chance to catch up with mentors and other Members, meet new people, and connect with special guests and Rev Sponsors! Bagels and coffee will be provided.

Rev Members Exclusive: Office Hours with Miller Mayer Law Firm
2020-01-16 09:00 - 12:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Rev members are invited to schedule a time to meet with an Entrepreneur in Residence (EiR) from Miller Mayer Law Firm on Thursday, January 16th. Office hours will be held 9:00am-12:00pm and registration is required for a 30-minute session.
Registration for this event will close on Wednesday, January 15th at 9:00am. If you are interested in attending these office hours and miss the registration deadline, please contact Karen Osborn at keo37@cornell.edu.

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Rev Members Exclusive: Marketing Morning Grind
2020-01-17 09:30 - 11:00 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
In this interactive workshop, Leigh Martino of the Rev Marketing and Communications team will share ideas to help startups grow their business through content marketing strategy. Leigh will also discuss how the team at Rev can help promote your business through blog posts, social media, and local media outreach. There will be an opportunity for attendees to ask questions and share marketing materials for feedback.

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Rev Members Exclusive: CEO & Sponsor Happy Hour
2020-01-24 17:00 - 19:00 | Bike Bar, 314 E. State Street, Ithaca
No better hour than happy hour! Come connect over drinks at Bike Bar. This will be a great opportunity to meet & hangout with fellow Rev Members, Sponsors, Entrepreneurs in Residence (EiRs), and CREA Staff. We look forward to seeing everyone there!

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Trademark Talks: Brand Investment and Strategy
2020-01-27 17:00 - 18:30 | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Is your company building a brand? Marketing is often an emerging company’s single biggest expense category, and successful brands can be a company’s most valuable assets. But investing in a brand without secure trademark rights is like building a house on land you do not own. Come learn how to align trademark law and strategy with your company’s investment in branding, to avoid financial disaster and to build brand assets that will last.
Hear from Greg Thomson, an attorney and strategic advisor with 20+ years of experience in digital media, entertainment, and technology who has represented Dr. Dre, Quincy Jones, numerous tech startups and more.

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Napkin-to-Prototype Hardware Accelerator Information Session
2020-01-28 17:00 - 18:00 | Upson Lounge, 124 Hoy Rd., Ithaca, NY, 14850, United States
Learn more about the summer Napkin-to-Prototype Hardware Accelerator. This information session is open to the public and pizza will be served.
The Napkin-to-Prototype Hardware Accelerator, offered in partnership with the Cornell School of engineering, is a deep dive into exploring hardware entrepreneurship through an intensive 11-week summer program. Teams are led through a process for determining if their ideas are commercially desirable, technologically viable, and economically feasible. Upon completion of our program, Hardware Alums are positioned to recruit team members, bring on partners, work with contract manufacturers, and pitch to investors. Apply now.
Please note this event is at Upson Hall Lounge, located on Cornell’s campus. Please RSVP if you plan to attend.

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Networking at Rev: Smart Products are Everywhere
2020-01-30 18:00 - 20:30 | Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca
Gartner estimates that there will be 20 billion connected devices by 2020, from home security devices and automobile accessories to kitchen appliances and clothing.

Hear from hardware startups about the products they are developing to make our lives easier.

All are welcome to network and connect over free food and drink! Please RSVP.

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