LaunchMemphis Generates Big Money for Memphis

Launch Memphis Aside from being a lot of fun, it turns out LaunchMemphis’ 2008 inaugural season was a huge financial success. LaunchMemphis kicked off in May 2008 with a well-attended Tech Fuel event. Things have only gone up since then, with several events having been hosted already, and many more on the horizon.

The best news, however, comes from a recently published LaunchMemphis financial report for 2008. The program, since its inception, has taken $16k in investment capital and produced nearly $500k in economic impact, all right here in Memphis.

This success is attributed to a host of factors. Among them is a very dedicated group of founders dedicated to the growth of Memphis’ entrepreneurial community. Eric Mathews, Dave Barger, Harry Brown, Sridhar Sunkara, Chris Allen, Anna Ivey, Gwin Scott, Douglas Scarboro, Marc Diaz, and Lori Turner have all dedicated immense time and effort into seeing this program accomplish all that it has.

LaunchMemphis also owes a great deal of success to its sponsorship base which has consistently provided funding and resources that have helped maximize the programs potential. FedEx Institute of Technology, Bosco’s Brewing Company, Memphis Regional Chamber, Center City Commission, Sun Microsystems, JumpBox, Cadre5, Flying Circle, Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, Naked Lion Brewing Company, Starbucks Coffee, Domino’s Pizza, Neely’s Bar-B-Que, Innova, Mercury Technology Labs, Impact Memphis, Red Bull, Open Road Technologies, Small Business Chamber, Red Bull, LunaWeb, and Rendezvous BBQ, all played a crucial role in events over the past year.

Visit the 2009 schedule for upcoming LaunchMemphis events and links to more information.

Posted On: January 21, 2009
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LaunchMemphis 2009 BootCamp

Do You Think About Starting Your Own Business?

If you do, this Boot Camp is for You.

LaunchMemphis Boot Camp is an intense, two session course in entrepreneurship that will dramatically boost your chances of seeing your dream become a reality. Professionals will offer advice on all aspects of starting, successfully running, and gaining funding for your new venture. Register now!

Who’s invited?

Entrepreneurs at all levels. Start-ups and those who have been in business for a while and are looking to improve performance.

When:

Session 1: Building Your Business Plan, Saturday, January 31, 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Session 2: Enriching Your Business Plan, Saturday, February 7, 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Cost:

Session 1: Building Your Business Plan - $30 per person
Session 2: Enriching Your Business Plan - $50 per person
Both sessions - $60 per person
Lunches included in fee

Where?

The Mercury Launchpad, located at: EmergeMemphis, 516 Tennessee Street, Memphis, TN 38103

Topics Covered:

Refining your concept, Business plan development, Legal issues for entrepreneurs, Marketing, Financial considerations for entrepreneurs, Gaining funding and Finding investors.

Join us for two exciting days that will answer all your questions and put you on the right track for success in whatever business you are trying to start! Register now!

Boot Camp Agenda:

Beginners Business Planning Session

Saturday, January 31, 2009

Breakfast/Introductions………………………………………………………………….8:30am-9:00am

Assessing Your Competition and Refining Your Business Concept……9:00am-10:00am

Break for Tailored Feedback…………………………………………………………..10:00am-10:30am

Business Plan Development……………………………………………………………10:30am-12:00pm

Working Lunch on Refining Business Ideas with Tailored Feedback…12:00pm-1:00pm

Advanced Business Planning Session

Saturday, February 7, 2009

Breakfast/Introductions ……………………………………………………………….8:30am-9:00am

Legal/Patent Considerations………………………………………………………….9:00am-10:00am

Break for Tailored Feedback………………………………………………………….10:00am-10:30am

Traditional Sales and Marketing…………………………………………………….10:30am-11:15am

On-line Presence and Marketing……………………………………………………11:15am-12:00pm

Working Lunch on Refining Business Plan………………………………………12:00pm-1:00pm

Accounting/Finance……………………………………………………………………….1:00pm-2:00pm

Ramping Up……………………………………………………………………………………2:00pm-2:30pm

Looking for Investors………………………………………………………………………2:30pm-3:30pm

Presenters:

Chris Allen, Director of Marketing, Mercury Launchpad

Dave Barger, President, LunaWeb

Shelly J. Parkinson, CPA

Harry Brown, Attorney at Law

Marc Diaz, Co-Founder Mercury Technology Labs, LLC

Spencer Dillard, Spencer Dillard Consulting

Eric Mathews, Co-Founder Mercury Technology Labs, LLC

Lori Turner, founder of Red Rover, a Sales and Marketing Strategy Firm

Andrea Valenzuela, Independent Business Consultant

Join us for two exciting days that will answer all your questions and put you on the right track for success in whatever business you are trying to start! Register now!

Posted On: January 15, 2009
Written by Chris · Filed Under Blog, Forum/Panel/Speaker · Leave a Comment