One–Stop Shop for Tech Entrepreneurs at CTech IncUBator in Bridgeport

4 05 2011

Gad Selig, our speaker in April, told us about the impressive extent of assistance offered to start-ups at the CTech Incubator at UB. He asked that we help spread the word and make FINE members, who may be able to benefit, aware of the offerings and the space available to full and part time tenants.   

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The CTech IncUBator@University of Bridgeport is an ideal home base for technology-oriented entrepreneurs in Fairfield County. Here they will receive assistance to accelerate the growth of their companies. Tenants benefit from:

 ·Pro bono and discounted business advice.

·Access to University of Bridgeport research facilities, faculty and student interns.

·Introduction to potential investors.

·Brown Bag lunch seminars on site.

·An entrepreneurial community where entrepreneurs can share ideas and solutions.

·Shared support services.

·Favorable rent rates.

The CTech IncUBator@University of Bridgeport, located at 250 Myrtle Avenue, is already home to three entrepreneurial ventures. There is space for two additional full-time tenants as well as 3-4 part-time tenants, or “associate members.”

We invite you to come meet the CTech IncUbator team at one of the upcoming, free Brown Bag seminars at UB:

May 17: “What you Need to Know about Valuing your Early Stage Company”

June 21: “Identifying, Protecting, & Maximizing the Value of Intellectual Property”

Did you know…?

Did you know that a UB School of Engineering assistant professor developed a patented technique that is incorporated into wireless capsule endoscopy reader software, such as MicroCamâ .This technique helps process images of the digestive system as a physician examines the small intestine. Did you know that a UB professor invented what is now General Electric’s electric blanket? These and other innovations have emerged from UB School of Engineering’s 12 research centers and laboratories. .

To learn more about CTech IncUBator@University of Bridgeport, please contact:

Dr. Gad J. Selig, PMP, COP 
Associate Dean, Business Development 
University of Bridgeport Connecticut Innovations
(203) 576-4870 or gadselig@bridgeport.edu
 www.ctech-ct.org/ubwww.ctinnovations.com

 





Interested in Franchising?

21 03 2011

FINE member, Luc Deslauriers, a consultant at FranNet, is hosting an afternoon and evening session called “Meet the Franchisors Workshop” on Wednesday, March 30th in Stamford. Contact Luc at (860) 986-4596 or via email lucd@frannet.com or for details,  go to   http://www.frannet.com/micro_events/meet_the_franchisors_workshop_afternoon_session/ .





The Passing of Harry Schaffer

22 01 2011

I’m sad to announce that Harry Schaffer passed away. Harry was one of the original members of FINE. For many years he was the voice of FINE, handling all of the publicity with the media for the FINE meetings.

When told of the passing, one of the comments was ”Harry was a great man—I’m sorry to hear of his passing”. I remember Harry being a gentle man, having a good sense of humor, and being committed to the success of FINE.

At the FINE meeting last Thursday, I read excerpts from his obituary highlighting Harry’s accomplishments, some of which I was not aware of, like him having a private pilot’s license. Here is a link to his obit -
http://www.westportnow.com/index.php?/v2/comments/harry_schaffer_83/

Harry will be missed.





FINE is Now on Facebook

17 01 2011

We just created a page on Facebook for FINE. Check it out.  You can help out by “Liking” the page. Getting 25 or so “Likes” will qualify us to get our own username in the URL.





A special offer from ActionCoach for FINE members

17 05 2010

Josh Slavitt, our speaker in April, is making a special offer to FINE members to attend their June 18 GrowthCLUB program at the discounted rate of $300.

According to ActionCoach’s web site, ”GrowthCLUB 90-day Planning is your chance to step out of the business and get focused. We’ll work with you to map out a winning game plan for the next 90 days. Plus with proven strategies and expert training, you and your team will get back to your business with clear direction and new tools to achieve your goals faster. ”

For more information and to register go to GrowthClub. Josh can be reached at joshslavitt@actioncoach.com if you have any questions.

BTW, I will be attending.

Ed





The Passing of Jim Awad

17 10 2009

I found out yesterday that Jim Awad had passed away. Jim was one of the founding members of FINE.

I never did get to know Jim well. In recent years he came to meetings, would be there for the introductions, say hello and then leave shortly after. I would wonder why. I now see in reading his obituary that he was a member of the Westport Y’s Men. They meet at the same time as FINE.

It was always good to see him. I appreciate the fact that he would take the time to stop by and say hello.

Sam Wexler, another of the originals, had this to say about Jim.  “Jim did a lot of volunteer work and was always helping people find opportunities with other people. I remember he was always talking about Save The Children. Good guy!”

Jim’s obituary can be found at http://www.westportnow.com/index.php?/v2/comments/james_h_awad_79/#more

We will miss you Jim. Thanks for getting FINE going 16 years ago so we can all benefit from being part of it today.

Ed.








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