Leicester
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April 14, 2020
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The Startup community here in Leicester continues to move events online. Weekly roundtables, Lunch & Learns, talks and workshops, and now the announcement of Mentor Fridays - where founders in Leicester can give back to the new crop of up-and-coming local businesses.
If you're interested in being a mentor or receiving support, fill in the Google form here
For a more comprehensive picture of Leicester startup community news, events and podcasts, head over to http://www.leicesterstartups.com/start-here/ and
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Startup Digest Leicester is curated by:
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Ben Ravilious
- Helping startups and graphic designers build web sites and apps
Contact Ben Ravilious at ben.ravilious@startupdigestmail.com
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The Unite to Fight COVID-19 Global Online Startup Weekend
 Come together with inventors, innovators, developers and anyone with a passion to tackle Covid-19 in your country in this first-of-its-kind Online Startup Weekend. Get the details and make a difference.
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Apply Now: Applications Open for Techstars
 Applications are open now for 14 Techstars accelerators —and we hope you will apply. During the COVID-19 crisis, we need bold innovators and solutions more than ever. As Techstars Cofounder and Managing Partner David Cohen points out, this is a moment when iconic companies will come into being. We want to help your startup succeed, and help move us all forward through this uncertain time, apply for your choice of accelerator today.
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TUE
14
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April 14th 6:30pm
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Times may look tough.. but now could be the very best time to start a business. Learn how others did it, and how you can too.
With the ongoing uncertainty around Covid-19, no one is sure when things will get back to normal.People are worried about income, and what the future holds. So surely this is the very worst time to start a business?!Maybe not.Drawing on experiences from starting a business in 2008, plus dozens of case studies from downturns, recessions, and founders starting when the outcome looks bleak - we'll show you how it can be done, and how you c...
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WED
15
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April 15th 12:30pm
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Join Leicester Startups online for an hour with Jim, founder of Twist & Shout. Jim is a comedian, author, creative, mentor, entrepreneur and more. His advice is timeless, actionable, and relatable.
He's recently sold his company, and is spending lots of his time supporting new entrepreneurs and creative talent. We'll spend a brief time hearing his story and then go to a live audience Q&A.
Perfect for hump day!
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FRI
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April 17th 9:30am
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Need help or support from a sympathetic expert or Founder who's been in your shoes before?
Or do you have experience and are willing to give back?
Every Friday we're hosting and matching mentors to mentees with introductory 15 minute sessions. If you're interested, fill in the Google Form, and we'll match pair you up with someone you can help, or be helped by!
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Upcoming Events:
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MON
20
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April 20th 9:00am
Online
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FRI
24
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April 24th 9:30am
Online
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FRI
24
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April 24th 10:00am
University of Leicester (virtual)
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MON
27
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April 27th 9:00am
Online
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FRI
08
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May 8th 9:30am
Online
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FRI
15
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May 15th 9:30am
Online
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FRI
22
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May 22nd 9:30am
Online
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FRI
29
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May 29th 9:30am
Online
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FRI
05
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June 5th 9:30am
Online
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FRI
12
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June 12th 9:30am
Online
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FRI
19
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June 19th 9:30am
Online
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FRI
26
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June 26th 9:30am
Online
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FRI
03
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July 3rd 9:30am
Online
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Techstars "Innovation in Action" Ask Me Anything
 Join one of Europe’s largest energy companies, Equinor, and additive manufacturing startup Fieldmade for a live Ask Me Anything on April 16 at 10am GMT to find out how they are teaming up to disrupt. Learn how Fieldmade’s on-demand 3D printing tech is creating a massive opportunity for the energy industry, the ways in which Equinor is fostering innovation through multiple startup initiatives and more. Save your spot.
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