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X-WR-CALNAME:The Launch Pad |  November 01 2009- December 01 2009
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091116T050000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091122T050000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/global-entrepreneurship-week-2009
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/global-entrepreneurship-week-2009
SUMMARY:Global Entrepreneurship Week 2009
DESCRIPTION:<p>During Global Entrepreneurship Week November 16 - 22\, 2009\, millions of people around the world will join a growing movement of innovative thinkers to promote entrepreneurial activities around the world. Administered globally by the Public Policy Institute in Washington\, D.C.\, the mission of Global Entrepreneurship Week is to inspire young people to embrace innovation\, imagination and creativity.</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091106T210000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091106T230000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/icecreamsocial09
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/icecreamsocial09
SUMMARY:1st Annual Entrepreneurs and Inventors Ice Cream Social during Homecoming!
DESCRIPTION:<p>The Launch Pad presents<br />
 The 1st Annual Entrepreneurs and Inventors Ice Cream Social<br />
 Friday\, November 6th at 4 pm at the UC Patio<br />
 FREE!</p>
 <p>The Launch Pad is pleased to host the ultimate connecting event for alumni entrepreneurs and inventors at the University of Miami. Meet students who are developing start-ups on campus and interact with alumni from every school and college. Learn about how UM is supporting a community of entrepreneurs! We will walk over to Alumni Avenue at 6 pm so the fun can continue!</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091112T133000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091112T133000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/fearless-fundraising-center-non-profit-management
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/fearless-fundraising-center-non-profit-management
SUMMARY:Fearless Fundraising - Center For Non-Profit Management
DESCRIPTION:<p>University of Miami School of Business / School of Communication<br />
 CENTER FOR NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT</p>
 <p>presents</p>
 <p>Fearless Fundraising - How to Ask for Money Without Being Embarrassed</p>
 <p>Location\:<br />
 Executive Education Center - University of Miami<br />
 (School of Business Administration Coral Gables\, Florida\, 33124-6539)</p>
 <p>Phone\:<br />
 305-284-6673</p>
 <p>Event Link\: <a href=\\"http\://nonprofit.miami.edu/PW_workshops.php?id=163\\" title=\\"http\://nonprofit.miami.edu/PW_workshops.php?id=163\\">http\://nonprofit.miami.edu/PW_workshops.php?id=163</a></p>
 <p>Register Now\: <a href=\\"http\://nonprofit.miami.edu/RI_form.php?id=163\\" title=\\"http\://nonprofit.miami.edu/RI_form.php?id=163\\">http\://nonprofit.miami.edu/RI_form.php?id=163</a></p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091113T050000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091113T220000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/emerging-technology-business-showcase
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/emerging-technology-business-showcase
SUMMARY:Emerging Technology Business Showcase
DESCRIPTION:<p>Enterprise Development Corporation<br />
 Presents the 12th Annual</p>
 <p>EMERGING TECHNOLOGY BUSINESS SHOWCASE<br />
 \\"Reflections On Our Past... Creating Our Future\\"<br />
 Celebrating 15 years of entrepreneurial excellence</p>
 <p>Friday\, November 13th\, 2009</p>
 <p>Featured Keynote Speaker\:<br />
 Mike Levy\, Founder &amp\; CEO\, Open Sports Network\, and Founder of Sportsline.com</p>
 <p>Featured Luncheon Speaker\:<br />
 Kevin Hooper\, Vice President\, Hewlett Packard\, Co.</p>
 <p>Location\:<br />
 Hilton Hotel<br />
 100 Fairway Drive<br />
 Deerfield Beach\, FL 33441</p>
 <p>12 Exciting New Companies<br />
 Special Guest Speakers<br />
 Panel Discussions<br />
 Networking</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091118T233000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20020203
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/um-innovation-technology-showcase-2009
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/um-innovation-technology-showcase-2009
SUMMARY:UM Innovation Technology Showcase 2009
DESCRIPTION:<p>Poster and Oral presentations from leading research scientists and over 100 innovative technologies with real world applications available for licensure.</p>
 <p>Novel exciting discoveries which should interest you and your company.</p>
 <p>Keynote Speaker<br />
 Professor Bert Sakmann\, M.D.\, Ph.D.<br />
 Nobel Laureate<br />
 Scientific Director\, Max Planck Florida Institute</p>
 <p>November 18-19\, 2009</p>
 <p>Four Seasons Hotel Miami<br />
 1435 Brickell Avenue<br />
 Miami\, FL 33131<br />
 (305) 358-3535</p>
 <p>For more information contact Marcelo Radice at<br />
 1-800-632-7370 or e-mail\: <a href=\\"mailto\:mradice@med.miami.edu\\">mradice@med.miami.edu</a>.</p>
 <p>Visit our website\:</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091102T173000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091102T183000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/launch-pad-presents-workshop-last-thing-your-business-needs-money
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/launch-pad-presents-workshop-last-thing-your-business-needs-money
SUMMARY:The Launch Pad Presents Workshop\: The Last Thing Your Business Needs is... Money!
DESCRIPTION:<p>The Launch Pad and SCORE Present</p>
 <p>The Last Thing Your Business Needs is… Money!</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091123T173000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091123T173000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/launch-pad-presents-location-plan
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/launch-pad-presents-location-plan
SUMMARY:The Launch Pad Presents- The Location Plan
DESCRIPTION:<p>This event has been rescheduled to November 23rd due to Global Entrepreneurship Week.<br />
 <a href=\\"/gew-calendar\\"></a><a href=\\"/gew-calendar\\">View the complete GEW Calendar</a></p>
 <p>The Launch Pad Presents- The Location Plan<br />
 11/23/09 from 12\:30-1\:15 at the Toppel Career Center Library<br />
 Speakers will discuss\:<br />
 1.	Describe the five key factors in locating a brick-and-mortar startup.</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091118T170000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091118T183000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/luncheon-suzy-welch
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/luncheon-suzy-welch
SUMMARY:A Luncheon with Suzy Welch
DESCRIPTION:<p>The Launch Pad and The Commonwealth Institute (TCI)\, Women In Executive Leadership (WEL)\, IT Women\, and The Women's Chamber of Commerce (WCC) are pleased to present a Luncheon with Suzy Welch.</p>
 <p>Suzy Welch\, author of <em>10-10-10</em> and co-author of <em>Winning</em> will be in Miami to address women business leaders and entrepreneurs about a new\, powerful\, strategy for effective decision-making.</p>
 <p><strong>Wednesday\, November 18\, 2009<br />
 12\:00 PM to 2\:00 PM</strong><br />
 Jungle Island<br />
 Parrot Jungle Trail<br />
 Miami\, FL 33132</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091118T203000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091118T220000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/launch-pad-elevator-pitch-contest
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/launch-pad-elevator-pitch-contest
SUMMARY:The Launch Pad Elevator Pitch Contest! 
DESCRIPTION:<p>Over $80K in prizes! Student and alumnus categories!<br />
 Deadline for entry November 11th!</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091111T230000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091111T230000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/sofla-social-media-club-november-meeting
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/sofla-social-media-club-november-meeting
SUMMARY:SoFla Social Media Club - November Meeting
DESCRIPTION:<p>On Wednesday\, November 11\, some of the most notable leaders in Social Media are flying to Miami from places like Boston\, New York\, Austin\, Chicago\, and Charlotte\, in preparation for a four-day Social Fresh cruise. Let's welcome them to South Florida and wish them bon voyage\, with a special Silicon Beach tweetup in their honor.</p>
 <p>Join us in downtown Miami to wish bon voyage to Chris Brogan\, Amber Naslund\, Jason Keath\, and 25 other of our favorite social-media innovators. They can't wait to meet you!</p>
 <p>Cost\:<br />
 Attending regular monthly meetings is always free. </p>
 <p>Location\:</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091105T233000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091106T020000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/launch-pad-and-score-present-workshop-last-thing-your-business-needs-money
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/launch-pad-and-score-present-workshop-last-thing-your-business-needs-money
SUMMARY:The Launch Pad and SCORE Present Workshop\: The Last Thing Your Business Needs is... Money!
DESCRIPTION:<p>The Launch Pad and SCORE Present</p>
 <p>The Last Thing Your Business Needs is… Money!</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091116T050000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091116T150000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/alumni-breakfast
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/alumni-breakfast
SUMMARY:Alumni Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:<p>The University of Miami Alumni Association in partnership with the Citizens Board is proud to present the <strong>Career Advancement and Networking Executive Series (C.A.N.E.S.)</strong>.</p>
 <p>This quarterly series of industry-focused panel discussions and networking opportunities is designed to provide you with concrete information on current industry trends and the necessary skills to build a successful career.</p>
 <p>Please join us for our next panel discussion\:</p>
 <p>Identifying\, Honing\, and Applying Entrepreneurial Skills to Build a Successful Career in Any Sector</p>
 <p>Featured Panelists\:</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091116T203000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091116T220000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/dana-white
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/dana-white
SUMMARY:Dana White\, President of Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC)\, addresses University of Miami students and the South Florida Community Regarding the Significance of Entrepreneurship in the Sports & Entertainment Industries
DESCRIPTION:<p>The Launch Pad is pleased to host a special address by Mr. Dana White\, President of Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC)\, highlighting the importance of entrepreneurship in the sports and entertainment industries.   Tickets are required for admission to this event and are available at no charge on a first-come\, first-served basis. </p>
 <p>Tickets</p>
 <p>For tickets\:<br />
 <a href=\\"/dana-white-rsvp\\">RSVP for this event online</a></p>
 <p>Students can pick up their tickets at The Launch Pad (UC 100) beginning Wednesday\, November 11\, 2009.</p>
 
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091116T230000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091117T020000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/six-degrees-success-art-networking
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/six-degrees-success-art-networking
SUMMARY:Six Degrees to Success\: The Art of Networking
DESCRIPTION:<p>The Launch Pad is pleased to present an exciting networking event\, co-sponsored by The Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce and The Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce.  Featured speakers for this event will include\:  Lorenzo Lebrija\, Event Moderator and President/CEO Seraphic Fire\; Joseph Adler\, Producing Artistic Director\, GableStage\; Bob Berkowitz\, President\, MultiVision Video and Film\; Marco Ibarra\, President\, Eliptek Technologies\; Marlon Hill\, Esq.\, Partner Delancy Hill\, P.A.\; and Adrianna Sol\, Partner\, Vine Communications\, Inc.</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091117T210000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091117T220000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/romero-britto
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/romero-britto
SUMMARY:A Presentation by Pop Artist Romero Britto
DESCRIPTION:<p>Romero Britto\, pop artist\, will address issues specific to artists as entrepreneurs and share his story of earning international recognition with his designs.</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091117T150000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091117T154500Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/laurie-silvers-co-founder-scifi-channel
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/laurie-silvers-co-founder-scifi-channel
SUMMARY:Laurie Silvers (Co-Founder of SciFi Channel)
DESCRIPTION:<p>The Launch Pad is pleased to present Ms. Laurie Silvers\, Co-Founder of The SciFi Channel and Founder of Hollywood Media\, as she addresses the role of entrepreneurship in the arts and entertainment industries and shares her personal entrepreneurship journey. Introduction by Dean Sam Grogg of the School of Communications.</p>
 <p><a href=\\"/rsvp-laurie-silvers\\">RSVP for this event online</a></p>
 <p>Tuesday\, November 17\, 2009 at 10\:00 am<br />
 University of Miami<br />
 School of Communication<br />
 Shoma Hall\, Room 3053<br />
 5100 Brunson Drive<br />
 Coral Gables\, FL 33146</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091117T170000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091117T190000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/entrepreneurs-internet
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/entrepreneurs-internet
SUMMARY:Entrepreneurs of the Internet Co-Sponsored by South Florida Technology Alliance and the MIT Enterprise Forum
DESCRIPTION:<p>The Launch Pad\, South Florida Technology Alliance\, and the MIT Enterprise Forum are pleased present a special luncheon and panel discussion with Mike Levy (OPENsports.com\, CBS Sportsline)\, Eduardo Hauser (DailyMe.com\, AOL Latin America) and Brian Javeline (MyOnlineToolbox.com\, InvestmentCafe).<br />
 This discussion will be moderated by Thomas J. LeBlanc\, University of Miami Executive Vice President and Provost.</p>
 <p><a href=\\"/rsvp-entrepreneurs-internet\\">RSVP for this event online</a></p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091117T190000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091117T200000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/entrepreneurship-music-industry
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/entrepreneurship-music-industry
SUMMARY:Entrepreneurship in the Music Industry\: A Panel Discussion\, Co-Sponsored by The Phillip and Patricia Frost School of Music of the University of Miami
DESCRIPTION:<p>The Launch Pad is pleased to present a panel discussion with David Rousseau\, Lee Levin and Dan Warner.  This event will be moderated by Rey Sanchez\, Chair of the Music\, Media\, and Industries Department. Refreshments will be provided.</p>
 <p><a href=\\"/rsvp-entrepreneurship-music-industry-panel-discussion\\">RSVP for this event online</a></p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091117T230000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091118T021500Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/evening-fashion-entrepreneurs
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/evening-fashion-entrepreneurs
SUMMARY:An Evening of Fashion Entrepreneurs with a Special Address by Donald J. Pliner
DESCRIPTION:<p>The Launch Pad\, is pleased to present An Evening of Fashion Entrepreneurs.  This event is co-sponsored by Ai Miami International University of Art &amp\; Design and will feature current luminaries in the fashion industry\, along with a special address by Donald J. Pliner. Student designers will be showcased in the auditorium lobby and a reception will follow.</p>
 <p><a href=\\"/rsvp-evening-fashion-entrepreneurs\\">RSVP for this event online</a></p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091118T050000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091118T183000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/women-entrepreneurship-conference
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/women-entrepreneurship-conference
SUMMARY:Women in Entrepreneurship Conference
DESCRIPTION:<p>The Launch Pad proudly presents its Women in Entrepreneurship Day\, sponsored by Ernst &amp\; Young and co-sponsored by The Miami Herald.  Participating organizations include Women Executive Leadership (WEL)\, The Common Wealth Institute of South Florida\, IT Women\, Women’s Chamber of Commerce.</p>
 <p>RSVP<br />
 University of Miami students <a href=\\"/rsvp-women-entrepreneurship-conference-and-suzy-welch-luncheon\\">RSVP here</a>.</p>
 <p>Community and Guests\:<a href=\\"/rsvp-women-entrepreneurship-conference\\">RSVP for this event online</a></p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091118T173000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091118T190000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/entrepreneurship-context-building-your-law-practice
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/entrepreneurship-context-building-your-law-practice
SUMMARY:Entrepreneurship in the Context of Building Your Law Practice
DESCRIPTION:<p>The Launch Pad in partnership with The University of Miami Law School is pleased to present a special luncheon discussion led by John Christopher of Christopher &amp\; Weisberg\, P.A.  The co-founder of a successful boutique firm specializing in intellectual property\, Mr. Christopher will speak about the role of entrepreneurship in establishing a law practice.</p>
 <p><a href=\\"/rsvp-entrepreneurship-context-building-your-law-practice\\">RSVP for this event online</a></p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091118T230000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091119T010000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/ten9eight
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/ten9eight
SUMMARY:The Launch Pad & NFTE Present A Special Screening of Ten9Eight
DESCRIPTION:<p>The Launch Pad and the National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) present a special screening of TEN9EIGHT\: Shoot for the Moon\, a documentary by award-winning filmmaker Mary Mazzio\, chronicling the  stories of several teens from low-income communities\, as they compete in NFTE’s national business plan competition.</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091119T180000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091119T230000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/social-entrepreneurship-summit
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/social-entrepreneurship-summit
SUMMARY:Social Entrepreneurship Summit
DESCRIPTION:<p>The Launch Pad is pleased to present its Social Entrepreneurship Summit\, highlighting the importance of entrepreneurship in transforming communities and empowering social initiatives.  The Social Entrepreneurship Summit will create a forum for both founders and administrators of non profits\, organizations and foundations to come together to learn and discuss best practices for starting\, maintaining and growing successful programs to serve our communities.</p>
 <p><a href=\\"http\://thelaunchpad.org/rsvp-social-entrepreneurship-summit\\">RSVP to this event online</a></p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091120T180000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091120T230000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/gaming-and-mobile-applications-fair
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/gaming-and-mobile-applications-fair
SUMMARY:Gaming and Mobile Applications Fair
DESCRIPTION:<p>The Launch Pad is excited to host a Gaming and Mobile Applications Fair\, as part of our Gaming and Mobile Apps Summit. Gaming and Apps companies will be showcasing their newest offerings alongside gaming tournaments with prizes provided by Best Buy.</p>
 <p>To register as an exhibitor for this event\, complete our <a href=\\"http\://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?hl=en&amp\;formkey=dDRtckF2eFZmQTVzVnItQU9jSGo3U0E6MA\\">online registration form</a></p>
 <p><a href=\\"http\://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?hl=en&amp\;formkey=dGQ0WGJJbG8zcTVjTVV4NkdVMWRKeVE6MA\\">Register for the Gaming Tournament</a></p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091120T180000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091120T230000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/gaming-and-mobile-applications-summit
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/gaming-and-mobile-applications-summit
SUMMARY:Gaming and Mobile Applications Summit
DESCRIPTION:<p>The Launch Pad\, along with co-sponsors Refresh Miami\, IGDA South Florida\, South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA)\, and Best Buy\, is pleased to host its first annual Gaming and Mobile Apps Summit\, highlighting the industry from several perspectives\: developers\, mobile applications\, manufacturers\, and creative shops on Friday\, November 20th from 1\:00 – 6\:00 pm.</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091120T230000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091121T010000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/rapid-changes-vc-funding-entrepreneurs
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/rapid-changes-vc-funding-entrepreneurs
SUMMARY:Rapid Changes in VC Funding for Entrepreneurs\: Temares Entrepreneurship Forum and Dinner Featuring Dr. Peter Banks\, Red Planet Capital
DESCRIPTION:<p>Over the past 20 years there has been an explosive appearance of innovative technology companies.  These initially tiny entities have created thousands of novel\, high value technology products and entirely new business sectors at a pace unlike that of any previous period of history.</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091116T150000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091116T170000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/2nd-annual-entrepreneurship-fair
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/2nd-annual-entrepreneurship-fair
SUMMARY:2nd Annual Entrepreneurship Fair
DESCRIPTION:<p>The Launch Pad is pleased to host an Entrepreneurship Fair as part of our 2009 Global Entrepreneurship Week celebration. University of Miami students\, alumni and faculty members will have the opportunity to showcase their businesses as part of our commitment to entrepreneurship.</p>
 <p>To register your business for the Entrepreneurship Fair\, please visit the <a href=\\"http\://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?hl=en&amp\;formkey=dGJTNWhEVGRZQnJmWFJzYl9VU2tBRnc6MA\\">online registration form</a> or call 305.284.2789.</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091118T203000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091118T220000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/elevator-pitch-competition-round-1
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/elevator-pitch-competition-round-1
SUMMARY:Elevator Pitch Competition\:  Round 1
DESCRIPTION:<p>The Launch Pad and OfficeMax are pleased to present the first annual Elevator Pitch Competition as part of our Global Entrepreneurship Week celebration. Open to both students and alumni\, the Elevator Pitch Competition is an action-oriented event\, designed to highlight the transformative role of communication in the launch of a new business or venture.</p>
 <p><em>The deadline for entry is November 11\, 2009</em>.</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091119T153000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091119T170000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/elevator-pitch-contest-round-2
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/elevator-pitch-contest-round-2
SUMMARY:Elevator Pitch Contest\: Round 2
DESCRIPTION:<p>The Launch Pad and OfficeMax are pleased to present the semi-final round of its annual Elevator Pitch Competition as part of our Global Entrepreneurship Week celebration. Open to both students and alumni\, the Elevator Pitch Competition is an action-oriented event\, designed to highlight the transformative role of communication in the launch of a new business or venture.</p>
 <p><em>The deadline for entry is November 11\, 2009</em>.</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091119T160000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091119T180000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/non-profit-entrepreneurship-fair
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/non-profit-entrepreneurship-fair
SUMMARY:Non-Profit Entrepreneurship Fair
DESCRIPTION:<p>As part of the Social Entrepreneurship Summit\, The Launch Pad is hosting a Non-Profit Entrepreneurship Fair on November 19\, 2009 at the University of Miami Whitten University Center from 11\:00 - 1\:00pm. Attendees and guests can visit exhibiting organizations to learn more about the unique services each offers our community.</p>
 <p><em>There is no fee to participate in the Entrepreneurship Fair and the registration deadline is November 11\, 2009.</em></p>
 
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091120T163000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091120T180000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/elevator-pitch-competition-finale
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/elevator-pitch-competition-finale
SUMMARY:Elevator Pitch Competition Finale
DESCRIPTION:<p>The Launch Pad and OfficeMax are pleased to present the final round of its First Annual Elevator Pitch Competition as part of our Global Entrepreneurship Week celebration. </p>
 <p><em>The deadline for entry is November 11\, 2009.</em> </p>
 <p>To register your business for the Elevator Pitch Contest\, please complete the <a href=\\"http\://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?hl=en&amp\;formkey=dE1pS2ZSTUlJWnY2dTRVMHBYVDljdEE6MA\\">online registration form</a> or call 305.284.2789.</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091118T223000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091119T003000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/cobb-lecture-series-%E2%80%9Csome-thoughts-leadership%E2%80%9D-featuring-leonard-abess-chair-um-board-trustees-execu
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/cobb-lecture-series-%E2%80%9Csome-thoughts-leadership%E2%80%9D-featuring-leonard-abess-chair-um-board-trustees-execu
SUMMARY:Cobb Lecture Series- “Some Thoughts on Leadership” Featuring Leonard Abess\, Chair of the UM Board of Trustees Executive Committee and CEO of City National Bank
DESCRIPTION:<p>The year's Cobb Lecture Series will feature Leonard Abess\, chair of the UM Board of Trustees Executive Committee and CEO of City National Bank. Abess was selected by Time Magazine as “One of the top 100 leaders in the world”. The title of his lecture is \\"Some Thoughts on Leadership\\".<br />
 November 18<br />
 5\:30 p.m.<br />
 Storer Auditorium<br />
 Reception immediately after at the Kosar/Epstein Plaza<br />
 RSVP required by November 11<br />
 Call Blanca Ripoll at 305-284-4643</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091116T223000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091116T223000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/mit-enterprise-forum-tough-get-growing-how-succeed-down-economy
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/mit-enterprise-forum-tough-get-growing-how-succeed-down-economy
SUMMARY:MIT Enterprise Forum\: The Tough Get Growing\: How to Succeed in a Down Economy
DESCRIPTION:<p>Speakers include\:<br />
 Bo Fishback<br />
 VP\, Entrepreneurship\,<br />
 Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation</p>
 <p>Helen Greiner<br />
 CEO\, The Droid Works</p>
 <p>Daphne Zohar<br />
 Founder and Managing Partner\, PureTech Ventures</p>
 <p>Eric Kriss<br />
 University of Miami School of Business Entrepreneur-in-Residence and Chairman\, Kriss Motors Corporation</p>
 <p>Marty Schultz<br />
 Founder\, McGruff SafeGuard</p>
 <p>Manny Negriero<br />
 Founder and CEO\, Health Research Sciences</p>
 <p>To register\, email <a href=\\"mailto\:mitforumfl.org\\">mitforumfl.org</a></p>
 <p>5\:30 p.m.<br />
 Dinner event*</p>
 <p>McLamore Executive<br />
 Dining Room</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091117T233000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091117T233000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/panel-discussion-q-entrepreneurship-global-economy
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/panel-discussion-q-entrepreneurship-global-economy
SUMMARY:Panel Discussion Q & A\: Entrepreneurship in the Global Economy
DESCRIPTION:<p>Schedule\:</p>
 <p>6\:30-7\:00 p.m.<br />
 Networking Reception\, Light Snacks</p>
 <p>7\:00-8\:30 p.m.<br />
 Panel Session</p>
 <p>8\:30 p.m.<br />
 Networking Reception -<br />
 Meet the Entrepreneurs</p>
 <p>Speakers\:</p>
 <p>David Clarke<br />
 Founder and Managing Partner\, BGT Partners</p>
 <p>Ruy Chaves<br />
 Founder and Chairman Plastrom Sensormatic</p>
 <p>Scott Deutsch<br />
 Founder and President\, Orange Clothing Co.</p>
 <p>Kenneth Rader<br />
 Founder and President\,<br />
 The Cereal Bowl</p>
 <p>Marc Junkunc<br />
 Assistant Professor<br />
 of Management (moderator)</p>
 <p><a href=\\"/rsvp-entrepreneurship-global-economy-panel-discussion\\">RSVP for this event</a></p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100909T101824Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091118T230000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091119T010000Z
UID:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/wanted-fiu-entrepreneurs-fall-happy-hour
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.thelaunchpad.org/wanted-fiu-entrepreneurs-fall-happy-hour
SUMMARY:Wanted\: FIU Entrepreneurs - Fall Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:<p>Presented by Florida International University's Pino Global Entrepreneurship Center\, College of Business Administration Alumni &amp\; YUPA\, a chapter of the FUI Alumni Association.</p>
 <p>To RSVP\, please visit <a href=\\"http\://www.entrepreneurship.fiu.edu/press_awareness.htm\\">http\://www.entrepreneurship.fiu.edu/</a> or call 305-348-7156 by November 16th.</p>
 
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