Posts by Corinn Perry

Voting is open from May 7th through May 10th! The all virtual event will feature entrepreneurs from SEED SPOT programs ranging from 2014 – 2020. Demo Day looks a little different this year. . . it’s completely virtual! Pitches will debut on the SEED SPOT site on May 7th and audience members will have until…

By Arlynn Godinez, SEED SPOT Superior Program Manager New ideas keep your business relevant and cutting edge. Innovation should drive every aspect of your business, from your daily operations to launching an amazing new product or service. Create a more competitive business by using innovative practices regularly. What exactly is innovation? Liz Pearce, CEO of…

Meet the Ventures that will Change the World! Meet the SEED SPOT Impact Accelerator cohort that’s making waves across the country and around the world!  SEED SPOT’s Impact Accelerator is an intensive 6-week business incubator that prepares ventures for the fundraising due diligence process by helping them gain more traction and impact for their businesses.…

FOR RELEASE: Tuesday, January 12th, 2021  Media Contact: SEED SPOT Corinn Carter Interim CEO | SEED SPOT corinn@seedspot.org (808)295-7320   Deadline for Globally Ranked Virtual Business Accelerator January 28th SEED SPOT’s application for the Impact Accelerator program for businesses looking to raise capital are open – apply by January 13th to receive a guaranteed interview. …

National nonprofit organizations join forces to support young people with an entrepreneurial mindset.     Washington, DC: Two nonprofit organizations – Build.org  and SEED SPOT  – have embraced their entrepreneurial mindset philosophies to impact the communities they serve. After a competitive RFP process, SEED SPOT chose BUILD.org (“BUILD”) to acquire its High School program. BUILD…

SEED SPOT believes that catalyzing diverse impact-driven entrepreneurs of all ages is the key to solving society’s most pressing challenges. To unleash the innovation of entrepreneurs nationwide, the national Demo Day competition elevates the voices of students that are building businesses for good. Demo Day is an event that showcases a select group of those…

Baltu Technologies is a company focused on the Future of Work. Their Just-in-Time (JIT) training platform makes worker training quick & easy by upskilling workers on the job. Get to know Peter Costa, founder of Baltu Technologies:  Q: What inspired you to start your venture? * A: Using technology for good and being able to…

PSLFjobs is a jobs platform dedicated to helping graduates and qualified employers maximize the savings available through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. When PSLF is not appropriate, the organization aims to help graduates lower the cost of their debt through refinancing. Get to know Jason DiLorenzo, founder of PSLFjobs:  Q: What inspired you…

The Barking Lot PHX has a vision is to build a community of happier people, healthier dogs, and more vibrant local businesses. Their mission is to integrate human social life with their dog’s social life and find forever homes for dogs in need. Get to know Francesca, founder of the Barking Lot PHX:  Q: What…

COMPASS for Courage exists to help humanity thrive in a world that is uncontrollable, unpredictable, and complex. We are on a mission to help every child and teen discover their inner courage, overcome anxiety, and develop into resilient, thriving adults. Through COMPASS, we are cultivating a more empathetic, courageous, and compassionate humankind. Get to know…