Andre Fowlkes

Now in its 15th year, Indie Memphis is piloting a new and exciting concept: a festival of movies, music and innovation. On November 1-4 Memphis will feel a bit like Austin, as the annual Indie Memphis Film Festival introduces its new innovation track. We’re thrilled to be involved in the planning and activities, and proudly […]

At first impression, Richard Billings seems average if not a little voguish, but his early-stage startup “Screwpulp” is undoubtedly of the most exciting new ideas in Memphis. The idea is to use social media to drive down publishing costs, allowing practically anyone to write a book and reach a wider audience. The inspiration came to

We thought it was big when Nibletz, the digital media startup that serves as “the voice of startups everywhere else,” officially moved their HQ to Memphis as announced at our season launch party in August. But today Nibletz officially publicized details around their inaugural EverywhereElse.co The Startup Conference to be held at The Peabody Hotel

Ignite Memphis isn’t just a soapbox for innovation. People listen, and the impact of Ignite presentations can be far-reaching. Josh Spickler’s presentation on “Justice for a New Generation” helped put the national spotlight on the Shelby County Public Defender’s Office and continues to educate people about mass incarceration. From JustCity.org : Twenty PowerPoint slides and

Englighten us, but make it quick. presented by MemphisConnect and LaunchMemphis partner again to bring you Ignite Memphis 5 on Thursday, October 25 at the Bioworks Conference  Center. So prepare for another evening of inspiration and entertainment! And yes, beer. Have a topic you’re passionate about sharing, and up to the challenge of a 5 minute presentation

Thanks to Smart City Memphis for the opportunity to discuss entrepreneurship and innovation – and how they are vital to our community’s economic growth, job creation, vibrancy and talent retention – on their site. First up, a guest post by our founding CEO Eric Mathews on his top 10 suggestions for cultivating an entrepreneurial ecosystem:

The annual Cooper-Young Festival is celebrating its 25th year of highlighting the best of Memphis arts, culture, heritage and people. Hosted by the Cooper-Young Business Association, the festival is expected to bring over 120,000 attendees to our city’s largest historic district for art, crafts, music, food, nonprofits and family-friendly fun. It’s a day that is

Wow- thanks to everyone who packed the house at Grawemeyer’s for our Season Announcement Party! We were thrilled by the turnout and energy, the connections made with our startups, our sponsors and partners who make our programming possible, and – of course – the chance to celebrate our biggest season yet, including a few surprise