Tri-Valley Business Council Launches Online Network to Help Local Entrepreneurs
Innovator’s Award nominations now open to Tri-Valley entrepreneurs to win recognition and prizes including attendance at a Keiretsu Forum investor meeting.
Pleasanton, CA, March 27, 2009 --(PR.com)-- Tri-Valley Innovation Network (TVIN) www.trivalleyinnovation.com, the first network focused on helping Tri-Valley entrepreneurs succeed, announced today the launch of a new online network and complementary events that provide education, networking opportunities, access to resources, and assistance to locate funding. Entrepreneurs can now join this online network to create their business plan, attend educational events, find mentors and build their professional networks. While there are a number of online and offline services dedicated to entrepreneurs, TVIN is focused on building local relationships with resources that are critical to the survival of Tri-Valley startups.
“Innovation and entrepreneurship are a vital part of the Tri-Valley economy. We also typically see an upswing in entrepreneurial activity during a down economy. With these factors in mind, we are very excited to launch a network focused on ensuring the success and sustainability of innovation through networking, education and access to resources,” said Toby Brink, President of the Tri-Valley Business Council.
TVIN is funded by the Tri-Valley cities to support local innovators and entrepreneurs. “We are grateful for the support provided by the Tri-Valley cities,” said A.J. Major, Chairman of the Board and Managing Partner with Vavrinek, Trine, Day & Co. “It demonstrates their strong commitment to the entrepreneurial community in the Tri-Valley.”
Nominations are now open for local entrepreneurs to enter the TVIN Innovator’s Contest. All entrants will receive publicity and score sheets completed by a review panel, as well as access to local investors. The winner will be given the opportunity to attend the next local Keiretsu Forum meeting as well as the slate of TVIN sponsored events, including the first showcase scheduled for July 2009. To enter your startup, please go to www.trivalleyinnovation.com/contest and sign up for free.
TVIN will host a launch event on April 22nd from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at Casa Real in Pleasanton to bring together local entrepreneurs, investors, service providers and press. Winner of the TVIN Innovator’s Award will be announced by Randy Williams, Founder of the Keiretsu Forum, the world’s largest organized angel investor organization.
About Tri-Valley Innovation Network:
TVIN is the first network committed to the success of Tri-Valley entrepreneurs. Funded by the cities of Danville, Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton and San Ramon, TVIN connects entrepreneurs with local resources, events, investors and educational content and services. Entrepreneurs can sign up to create a business plan, get feedback, find mentors and access all the resources critical for their success. TVIN includes a directory of local resources and service providers. To sign up please go to: www.trivalleyinnovation.com/signup
About Tri-Valley Business Council:
The Tri-Valley Business Council’s mission is to advocate for the private sector on regional issues in a way that enhances the economic vitality of the Tri-Valley. A business-sponsored, public-policy advocacy organization, the Tri-Valley Business Council represents businesses in the cities of Danville, Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton, and San Ramon. Founded in 1994, the Tri-Valley Business Council is widely respected by elected officials, policy makers and other civic leaders as the definitive voice of businesses in the Tri-Valley. More than 50 industry leading companies support the Tri-Valley Business Council and engage their executives as participating members.
Press Contact:
Toby Brink
President and CEO
Tri-Valley Business Council
Office Phone: (925) 227-1824
Mobile Phone: (925) 575-0615
tbrink@trivalley.org
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“Innovation and entrepreneurship are a vital part of the Tri-Valley economy. We also typically see an upswing in entrepreneurial activity during a down economy. With these factors in mind, we are very excited to launch a network focused on ensuring the success and sustainability of innovation through networking, education and access to resources,” said Toby Brink, President of the Tri-Valley Business Council.
TVIN is funded by the Tri-Valley cities to support local innovators and entrepreneurs. “We are grateful for the support provided by the Tri-Valley cities,” said A.J. Major, Chairman of the Board and Managing Partner with Vavrinek, Trine, Day & Co. “It demonstrates their strong commitment to the entrepreneurial community in the Tri-Valley.”
Nominations are now open for local entrepreneurs to enter the TVIN Innovator’s Contest. All entrants will receive publicity and score sheets completed by a review panel, as well as access to local investors. The winner will be given the opportunity to attend the next local Keiretsu Forum meeting as well as the slate of TVIN sponsored events, including the first showcase scheduled for July 2009. To enter your startup, please go to www.trivalleyinnovation.com/contest and sign up for free.
TVIN will host a launch event on April 22nd from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at Casa Real in Pleasanton to bring together local entrepreneurs, investors, service providers and press. Winner of the TVIN Innovator’s Award will be announced by Randy Williams, Founder of the Keiretsu Forum, the world’s largest organized angel investor organization.
About Tri-Valley Innovation Network:
TVIN is the first network committed to the success of Tri-Valley entrepreneurs. Funded by the cities of Danville, Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton and San Ramon, TVIN connects entrepreneurs with local resources, events, investors and educational content and services. Entrepreneurs can sign up to create a business plan, get feedback, find mentors and access all the resources critical for their success. TVIN includes a directory of local resources and service providers. To sign up please go to: www.trivalleyinnovation.com/signup
About Tri-Valley Business Council:
The Tri-Valley Business Council’s mission is to advocate for the private sector on regional issues in a way that enhances the economic vitality of the Tri-Valley. A business-sponsored, public-policy advocacy organization, the Tri-Valley Business Council represents businesses in the cities of Danville, Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton, and San Ramon. Founded in 1994, the Tri-Valley Business Council is widely respected by elected officials, policy makers and other civic leaders as the definitive voice of businesses in the Tri-Valley. More than 50 industry leading companies support the Tri-Valley Business Council and engage their executives as participating members.
Press Contact:
Toby Brink
President and CEO
Tri-Valley Business Council
Office Phone: (925) 227-1824
Mobile Phone: (925) 575-0615
tbrink@trivalley.org
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Tri-Valley Innovation Network
Toby Brink
925-227-1824
http://www.trivalleyinnovation.com
Toby Brink
925-227-1824
http://www.trivalleyinnovation.com
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