🔥Spring is in the air, but...it's gonna to be hot in Houston Innovation Ecosystem this week!

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Here are a few intriguing items currently on my radar:

1. HAN, Capital Factory, and Rice Alliance are joining forces to bring you the Angel Bootcamp - the hottest event of the year for angel investors.
   
   If you're new to the angel investing game or looking to level up your skills, this half-day bootcamp led by the legendary Gordon Daugherty is exactly what you need. Gordon's dropping knowledge bombs on portfolio strategy, deal sourcing, and mechanics, and you'll get to put your skills to the test with a real-life startup pitch...But wait, there's more! Use the promo code ROCDSC and get $25 OFF your ticket. LINK That's right, you'll be learning from the best in the biz and saving money at the same time…
   
   

2. I know some of you may be driving to see the solar eclipse tomorrow. However, there is another event that is worth the drive.… The Texas Venture Gala & Forum in Austin on April 12 & 13, 2024, is about to be the hottest event of the year. You don't want to miss out on this chance to rub shoulders with the top venture capitalists out there. We're talking about the future of Texas innovation, and you need to be there to witness it firsthand…
   

   But hold up, because we've got your back. Since you're part of the RocketNetwork, we're hooking you up with a massive 50% OFF your ticket. Just use this LINK or a code: TVFHOSTSNETWORK. This is your chance to network like a boss, learn from the best in the game, and be at the forefront of the Texas innovation explosion.

   Don't sleep on this opportunity! Grab your half-price ticket now and be part of the movement that's about to shake up the Texas tech and business scene.
   

3. It's not every day that I nudge you toward a crowdfunding campaign, but when I do, you know it's going to be something special…Studio Pod has just kicked off its crowdfunding campaign on Republic…and while I'm not dishing out investment advice, this one's too good not to peek at.
   

   Picture this: A mobile, automated studio boasting state-of-the-art TrueTone™ lighting technology. They've notched up $320k in revenue over the past year and have captured over 100K headshots since January 2020. With big names like Dell and Shell on their 100% retention client list, it's clear they're onto something big.

   The brains behind Studio Pod? A crew of photography and tech wizards on a rapid expansion path. It's a unique, scalable opportunity that's already showing impressive chops in the market.

   So, while I leave the investment decisions to you, spreading the word about Studio Pod's campaign could be your way of backing a potential winner in the tech arena. Take a look and share the love with the Houston based startup!… Oh, and did I mention free and discounted headshots for investors?
   
   See the link below…

_{Disclosure: Everything shared here is purely for informational and entertainment purposes. It's not investment advice. Always do your own research and consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions}

4. Congratulations to Werlien Prosperie III and the entire 360Fuel crew for straight-up crushing it… and achieving something truly game-changing! They just became the FIRST!!!, company to secure the NTEP Certificate of Conformance for an automated fueling system with cutting-edge customer recognition tech. This is huge!

   
   360Fuel's patented system is about to revolutionize the way we fuel up, bringing next-level convenience and efficiency to the pump. With this major approval, they're set to redefine the fueling industry and elevate the customer experience like never before…

   So, let's give it up for the trailblazers at 360Fuel for pushing boundaries and innovating like bosses. They're writing a whole new playbook for the entire fueling world!
   
   Read the full press release - HERE!

   

   
   

5. The annual RBPC was absolutely electrifying! Drumroll, please... And the grand prize winner of the 2024 Rice Business Plan Competition is...??? 🏆 The suspense ends here with the - find out now link!
   
   
   What else?…
   
   Here is a meme from last year that is relevant today :

and now…

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HERE ARE OUR PICKS FOR THIS WEEK

Monday, April 8

The Cannon Fish Creek Solar Eclipse Watch Party 4/8/24

Tuesday, April 9

Cup of Joey at Sugar Land Town Square

Ion Prototyping Lab Office Hours

Opening Your First Brick & Mortar

🤓_💻TECH+TEQUILA TALK - AI in Practice: Success Paths

Wednesday, April 10

🦄💰Angel Bootcamp

🦄💰Angel Investing 101

🏥The Woodlands Innovation District Life Science Forum & Expo

The Sesh Speakeasy: April

Oasis Network: Breakdown on Privacy Focused Network

🏅The Crossover ✦ Tech X Business X Sport | Houston Startup Networking

Thursday, April 11

🤓_💻GULF COAST CONFERENCE & EXPO ON AI - Day 1

Rice University OEDK 2024 Engineering Design Showcase

_♻️Greentown Houston Career Fair

GROW Community Meeting

🤓_💻React Hooks: Understanding useEffect

Friday, April 12

🤓_💻GULF COAST CONFERENCE & EXPO ON AI - Day 2

🚀Cup of Joey

🚀Power Pitch Practice

Ion Prototyping Lab Office Hours

SCORE and SBDC Office Hours

Saturday, April 13

🚀Houston Product Community - April 13th

Houston Robotics Group at Ion Prototyping Lab

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