Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Andria Romkema, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications, The Right Place, Grand Rapids, MI.
Hear Andria and Jeffrey discuss GR’s Tech Week 2024, learning tracks, tech in health/AI/design, and Stephen Dubner’s keynote in the SoundCloud Podcast shared below:
There were several things he wanted to find out in their conversation: Welcome back Andria, remind the Michigan business community about The Right Place?
The Right Place is set to play a role in GR’s Tech Week September 16th to the 21st, tell us about that event?
We understand attendees of Tech Week can register for learning tracks for a customized experience?
When we say “Tech Week Grand Rapids 2024” Tech doesn’t just mean computers and the internet – tell us about its connection with health, design, AI and DEI?
We understand one of the week’s highlights will be Stephen Dubner’s Kick-Off keynote address.
Fill us in a bit on Dubner and Freakonomics?
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The Right Place also share the following information:
Tech Week Grand Rapids is back for 2024!
Join The Right Place at Tech Week Grand Rapids: September 16-21, 2024
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Everette Taylor, CEO of Kickstarter Luncheon
Monday, September 16 | 11:30AM-1:30PM
The Economic Club of Grand Rapids will be kicking off the 2024-2025 season with Everette Taylor, CEO of Kickstarter, the world’s premier crowdfunding platform for creative projects.
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Tech Talks: Health & Technology
Tuesday, September 17 | 11:00AM-1:00PM
Join us for the first of three events in the Tech Talks series, focused on Health & Technology. Hosted at Twisthink, health tech industry experts will provide “lightning talks” where they will discuss trending topics such as AI in healthcare, telemedicine innovations, and wearable health tech.
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Show Her the Money Movie Screening
Wednesday, September 18 | 3:45-7:30PM
Show Her the Money tells the story of female entrepreneurs and angel investors, the challenges they face raising and deploying money, and demystifies what venture capital really is. Capital funding has always been incredibly important to the growth & development of startups, especially in the technology sector. This film highlights how Women entrepreneurs are receiving less than 2% of the total VC funding.
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GR Giving Day Launch Party
Thursday, September 19 |3:30-5:30PM
Join us for the exciting launch of Grand Rapids Giving Day (powered by Ama) at a special event during GR Tech Week! This Launch Party will set the stage for our first-annual Grand Rapids Giving Day and will highlight the synergy between Austin and Grand Rapids, emphasizing the power of technology and innovation in driving social impact.
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Putting More Color in the Tech Sector
Friday, September 20 | 4:30-7:30PM
Get ready for an exciting afternoon as we explore the topic of How to Put More Color into the Tech Sector. Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist of Michigan has been invited to be the main speaker for this event. He will be followed by a panel of experts that will further unpack this topic and respond to questions from the audience. The moderator for the panel will be Carlos Cubia, Chief Inclusion, Equity, Diversity and Sustainability Officer for Corewell Health.
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With events ranging from hands-on tech exhibits and panel discussions, to pitch competitions and networking opportunities, there is something for everyone to enjoy and learn from.
Tech Week Grand Rapids is designed as an “unconference” hosted by multiple different organizations across the community. Attendees can create a custom schedule of their choosing by registering for selected events. View featured events below and check techweekgr.com often to see the most updated list of events.
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Tech Week Kick-Off ft. Stephen J. Dubner, Host of Freakonomics
Monday, September 16 | 3:00 – 6:00PM
This keynote kick-off event will bring together 1000+ business and community leaders to celebrate the start of Tech Week Grand Rapids. Award-winning author, journalist, and radio/TV personality Stephen Dubner will keynote.
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Employ & Empower: Tech Talent Training Funds
Tuesday, September 17 | 9:00 – 10:00 AM
Join West Michigan Works! at the Employ & Empower event to learn how your business can tap into available resources and contribute to the growth of West Michigan’s tech talent pipeline.
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Tech on the Deck
Tuesday, September 17 | 4:00 – 7:00PM
Hosted by Michigan Software Labs, this annual event is where the West Michigan community gathers to connect with peers, explore potential collaborations, and enjoy great food and beverages. Don’t miss this opportunity to mingle with 300+ like-minded individuals in the heart of West Michigan’s vibrant tech scene.
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VC & Startup Happy Hour
Tuesday, September 17 | 4:00 – 6:30PM
This event provides entrepreneurs, investors, and the Midwest venture capital community with the opportunity to network, share industry updates, and make connections within the tech community.
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Confluence Festival
Friday, September 20 – Saturday, September 21
Confluence is a multi-dimensional ideas festival that connects the worlds o
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