Innovation can take many forms, Sometimes the form of a craft beverage!   Whether you are looking to connect with other professionals, founders, entrepreneurs, or exchange ideas, Venture Café is the space to make it happen.   Come to connect, engage, and build relationships within the Philadelphia innovation ecosystem. You never know when you’ll be part of a ✨serendipitous collision ✨that will take you to the next level!

We are delighted to present Joe Becton, a talented musician and historian, who will demonstrate how many different cultures have come together to create the unique and diverse musical heritage of America. Joe’s performance will be a wonderful opportunity to not only explore the many musical influences of our nation, but also to celebrate the beauty of cultural collaboration and the power of music to unite us all. We hope you can join us!

Learning communities across the country are grappling with ways to integrate culturally relevant teaching strategies in K12 education. Race, racism, and the digital divide are all opportunities to discuss and plan for a more inclusive education economy. Join us for our February Roundtable discussion as we welcome librarian Richard Ashby Jr., historian Joe Becton, and academic Dr. W.B. Palmer to explore, “Futures Thinking Philly”. Learn more about the recurring Edupreneur Roundtable below!

Investing can seem intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be! Taking the time to understand the basics of investing can help you make more informed decisions on either side of the coin.   Join us for this interactive session with expert investors, shedding light on common investment myths that are worth busting.

Join Drexel University’s Charles D. Close School of Entrepreneurship at Venture Café to hear directly from leaders in the regional technology entrepreneurship ecosystem. You’ll have the opportunity to connect with local tech entrepreneurs and gain insights into the future of an inclusive technology entrepreneurship ecosystem. Come and be part of the next generation of technology leaders! Join us on February 16th for our panel discussion! In the event of an Eagles Superbowl victory, we may have to reschedule due to the anticipated celebratory parade in the city. In that case, the panel will be held on April 13th. Let’s go Birds!

Join us for the Jefferson Story Slam! Jefferson doctoral students are presenting a captivating visual story of their academic research. See first-hand how the power of storytelling can be used to create deeper understanding of complex topics. This is an interactive session where you can ask questions and vote for the best presentation– the winner will be taking home a grand prize of $600! Come discover the power of storytelling and academic research!

Marketplace event for West Philadelphia businesses.

Come join us for an evening of food, drink, celebration and opportunity. Since 2005, more than 70% of Cleantech Open’s reporting U.S. alumni companies are still active and have collectively raised over $2B in external funding. Learn how the accelerator program can help you develop your cleantech venture and how to apply to the accelerator. We welcome entrepreneurs, students, investors, savvy technologists, and those interested in joining our growing cleantech community. EVENT AGENDA: About Cleantech Open – meet the Cleantech Open Northeast team and learn about opportunities to be involved. Alumni Introductions – hear from Cleantech Open alumni about their experiences in the program. Entrepreneur Introductions – tell us about yourself and your clean technology & business. To participate in this part of the program, please sign up when you register! Q&A – ask your questions about the program, application process, and more. Networking – meet people in the local ecosystem who are interested in and support Philadelphia cleantech entrepreneurs in a wide variety of ways. The Cleantech Open early bird application is open NOW through February 28! For more information, read The 2023 Cleantech Open Northeast 1-pager which includes application info & deadlines.