
Tauranga Startup Weekend | Impact
Event Information
Description
What is it?
Startup Weekend is a volunteer-led entrepreneurial event held all over the world. For the last seven years Tauranga Startup Weekend has brought together innovators, problem solvers, marketers, developers, designers and more. In just 54 hours participants meet, form a team, develop an idea, and showcase their startup concept to a panel of Judges. Tauranga Startup Weekend Impact is the opportunity to connect with like-minded people, start or build on your entrepreneurial journey, learn what it takes to start an enterprise by doing it and leverage the opportunity to really get started.
Why IMPACT?
Tauranga Startup Weekend Impact means you will be focusing on building solutions and creating opportunities for social and economic development, environmental responsibility, equal opportunity, civic engagement, and access to healthcare and education - but you are not limited to these topics. Whether you have an idea to improve your local community or global ones, the ultimate objective of this event is to empower you - to be the change you wish to see in the world!
Who is Startup Weekend for?
It doesn't matter what you do or where you come from, Startup Weekend is designed as an inclusive event and program that brings all sorts of people together including...
• aspiring & experienced entrepreneurs
• developers and other tech-related professionals
• designers of all types
• non-technical talent (i.e. business, sales, finance, legal, community leader, etc.)
• students from universities and senior high schools
• professionals looking to switch careers or build new skills
• intrapreneurs
• and passionate visionaries
For more information about Tauranga Startup Weekend Impact and what happens during the 54 hours like the Facebook page Tauranga Startup Weekend to get the updates or send us a message!For all event details, please visit the Tauranga Startup Weekend info page.
Any questions, please email the team at tauranga@startupweekend.org
Are you a student? Head for the Student Ticket [Student ID Card will need to be shown at the event to allow access]
For all event details, please visit http://communities.techstars.com/events/13166
About Techstars Startup Weekend: Techstars Startup Weekends are 54-hour events designed to provide superior experiential education for technical and non-technical entrepreneurs. Beginning with Friday night pitches and continuing through brainstorming, business plan development, and basic prototype creation, Techstars Startup Weekends culminate in Sunday night demos and presentations. Participants create working startups during the event and are able to collaborate with like-minded individuals outside of their daily networks. All teams hear talks by industry leaders and receive valuable feedback from local entrepreneurs. The weekend is centered around action, innovation, and education. Whether you are looking for feedback on an idea, a co-founder, specific skill sets, or a team to help you execute, Techstars Startup Weekends are the perfect environment in which to test your idea and take the first steps towards launching your own startup.
Refund Policy: No refunds will be granted within 7 days of the event if food and drink have already been ordered. Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.
Terms of Participation Agreement: It is our job to provide you with an incredible networking and learning opportunity. Our intention is that you meet some amazing people that you might actually start a company with, build relationships with coaches, and learn from your peers. The event is intended to be a collaborative forum for sharing, learning, building, and having fun. As such, by registering as a participant, you acknowledge that any ideas shared by you or anyone else over the course of the event are contributions to the overall experience and community. If you as a participant are worried about someone stealing your ideas, please reconsider your participation in the event itself or simply refrain from sharing specifics about your idea.
As a member of your startup community, you agree to be inclusive of any and all people and their ideas. You agree to act professionally, treat everyone with respect, and treat the event facilities with proper care. You agree that you are responsible for any accidents or damages that you cause. You also agree to not hold Techstars Startup Weekend, your local volunteer team, or any of the event supporters liable for any loss, damage, injury, or any other unforeseeable incident.
By Participating at the event, you grant Techstars Startup Weekend permission to capture photo/video of the event. You can find the exact legal terms on our FAQ Page but to summarize, we want to share your success with the world.
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