One of the things I love best about my job is the chance to interact with entrepreneurs on a regular basis. I'm always impressed with their passion, their commitment, and perhaps most, their persistence. Being an entrepreneur is one of the toughest jobs out there, and boy, do I want to make it just a little bit easier (as does everyone at JumpStart.)
So another thing I love about my job, particular as a marketer, is the chance to tell people about the services or events that do make it a little bit easier to be an entrepreneur...and here's one, particularly for women entrepreneurs in the life sciences. If this describes you, or someone you know, read on...
Springboard Enterprises is a fantastic organization dedicated to accelerating women's access to equity markets. That's right. They exist to help women grow their companies faster through better access to capital (Sound familiar? No wonder I think they are great!) Springboard is having its first venture capital forum for women entrepreneurs developing companies specifically in all aspects of the life sciences. Entrepreneurs accepted into the program will first attend a bootcamp, conducted by life sciences executives, investors, attorneys, and other business experts. They'll then have the opportunity for individual coaching, followed by showcasing their companies to investors in the fall in forums in New York City, Silicon Valley, Austin, and Madison, WI. It's a 6 month program that supports female entrepreneurs in the pursuit of strategic partnerships, investment, and strategies to ensure sustainability and success. What could be better?
Applications are due by June 1st and are being accepted now at www.springboardenterprises.org. If you think you might benefit, or know someone who does, more details and the application form can be found there. Be sure to check it out today to make your job just a little bit easier!
Cathy Belk is the Chief Marketing Officer of JumpStart. She specializes in branding, marketing communications, and business management. She brings 16+ years of experience in a variety of marketing and business roles, but gets her energy from working daily with entrepreneurs and their growing companies.