Calling All Innovators, Disrupters Impact Amplifyers,
Storytellers + Wannabees!
JOIN US for a transformative weekend of entrepreneurship + innovation, at Durham's StartUp Weekend for a transformative weekend of entrepreneurship + innovation, at
Durham's StartUp Weekend Greenovators.
In just 3 days, you will experience the highs, lows and pressure that make up life as a startup. As you learn how to create a real company, you'll meet the very best mentors, investors, cofounders, and sponsors who are ready to help YOU get started. Your community is here to help you!

HOW IT WORKS
You don't need any experience in tech or the startup ecosystem. Just come with a collaborative spirit, be prepared to have fun and soak in all the knowledge about how to create your very own startup business.
On the first evening, our event facilitators will break the ice as you break bread and get to know your fellow attendees. Anyone who would like to pitch a startup idea is given 60 seconds to give it a go. Afterward, participants who wish to get the full startup experience will vote on their favorite ideas and join their teams.
Over the course of the weekend, participants will continue to meet up with their team as they attend workshops on building a business plan, customer validation, marketing, and mastering their pitch. Participants will also work closely with experienced mentors, who will provide guidance and support as they develop their ideas.
At the end of the weekend, the teams will present a pitch deck to the audience and an expert panel of judges for their chance to win valuable prizes.
No Ideas? No Worries. Join a Team and work with them or just come watch the magic!
WHAT YOU WILL GET
Your ticket will grant you access to:
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Hands-on activities aimed at providing participants with the tools and resources they need to launch their own Greenovators startup
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A restorative breakout activity
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A dope industry kick back event on Saturday night
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Lots of good food and coffee!
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Access to people making big footprints in the industry
We request a small donation (See tickets) so that you have some "skin" In the game, AND to ensure we can keep these events going for future Innovators and disrupters just like you.
Join us and take the first step towards turning your innovative ideas into a reality!


HOW TO PREPARE
You can find a list of tools that can help you prepare for the weekend HERE.
Doing some market research will give you a better understanding of the problem you are trying to solve. Practice your pitch. You'll have 60 seconds on Friday to persuade other participants to join your team. Make it clear, concise, and convincing!
The elements of a good 60 second pitch are to:
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State who you are and what your background is
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Mention what problem your product is solving
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Explain the product and how it solves the problem
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What skill sets you need on the team like a developer, marketer or designer
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Provide a name for your startup
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Get familiar with some of the tools that you can use during the weekend like the Lean Canvas.
SCHEDULE
This event takes place at American Underground, 201 West Main Street Durham, NC 27701
6:30 PM - 7:00 PM | Welcome Reception
Eat food, meet other participants, share ideas, and practice your pitch. We’ll go over our agenda for the weekend and introduce our fabulous staff, speakers, coaches, and community leaders.
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Ice Breaker / Pitches Begin
Cut loose during our ice-breaker which is roaring fun for the whole crowd. This activity will help you shake off nerves before pitching your idea. Then the rapid fire pitching round!
8:00 PM - 8:30 PM | Voting / Team Formation
Participants vote on the top pitches and begin forming startup teams.
8:30 PM - 10:30 PM | Teams Begin Work
Start to formalize teams and take an inventory of skills. Be honest and direct about what resources and skills are needed for the weekend. You may stay and work until 10pm.


MEET YOUR TEAM
Check out our awesome facilitators, mentors, and judges
MENTORS

Tiffany M. Griffin
Bright Black
CEO, Co-Founder and Co-Owner
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Kaley Cross
rePurpose Global
Leads Corporate Sustainability
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Justin Minott
African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs, VP of Membership Services Read Bio

Rachel Haynes
Business Sustainability Collaborative, Program Manager Read Bio

Lebone C. Moses
Chisara Ventures
Founder and CEO
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Santiago Ramos

Mel Hubner
Brand Fuel, Director of Social Impact and Sustainability
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Keith Daniel
Resilient Ventures, LLC
Co-Founder & Managing Director
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Anjanette Miller
Echo
Co-founder and CEO
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Jeff Kirschner
Litterati
Founder & CEO
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Waddell Blackwell
Blackwell Businesses
Creator/Owner
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Ramon Llamas
ReCity Network
Strategic Advisor + SDOH SME
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Antony Evans
Wild Earth
COO
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Mel Wright
The Wright Village
Owner
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Katie Hunt
City of Durham, Circular Economy Program Manager
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