Springboard Programming 2014
SPRINGBOARD’S GLOBAL ACCELERATOR PROGRAM
This is the organization’s signature program involving the active participation of investors, accountants,
lawyers, bankers, entrepreneurs and business development professionals in recruiting, qualifying and
coaching high growth potential women-led businesses in technology and the life sciences. The program
includes both in-person and virtual sessions throughout the calendar year providing many opportunities
for direct contact with both the companies that participate and our global expert network.
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Australia 2014 – This program is strictly for Australian-based women-led companies. Selected
companies participate in a two day Bootcamp assessment program in Sydney and are assigned a team
of advisors from our expert network who assist the companies in making connections with investors
and strategic partners both in Australia and the US.
Life Science 2014 – Springboard recruits early stage life science companies including biotech, drug
development, diagnostics, therapeutics, medical devices, health care and wellness, mHealth and
health IT.
Israel 2014 (WESummit Conference) – This program is strictly for Israeli-based women-led
companies planning to enter the US market and is produced in collaboration with the US-Israel
Business Council. Selected companies receive coaching prior to an investor pitch at the WESummit
Conference.
FashionTech 2014 – The program features a twelve week program in collaboration with a select
group of industry experts. Candidates work closely with corporate partners to test and market their
products. The program involves both educational and advisory sessions and an event at which the
candidates present their products to an audience of industry experts and investors.
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SPRINGBOARD ALUMNAE PROGRAMS
Springboard strives to be an invaluable asset to all graduates of our Global Accelerator Program, and
produces programs for growth-focused entrepreneurs, beyond the initial search for funding.
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2014 Bi-Annual Caucus – Springboard hosts a bi-annual Caucus, an invitation-only gathering of
our alumnae and advisors who are our thought leaders to problem-solve shared challenges and
opportunities. This program is conducted in Washington, DC, where attendees meet with legislators,
government officials and representatives from the regulatory agencies.
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Corporate Pitch Meetings – Springboard hosts small corporate meetings to match a select group
of the 500+ companies in our portfolio with senior business leaders at large corporations looking to
partner with, acquire or invest in emerging technology companies. These meetings are typically held
at the corporate headquarters or co-located at major industry conferences and feature between 3 and
6 company presentations depending on space and timing constraints. Stage and industry of selected
companies can be tailored according to the business goals of the sponsoring organization.
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Springboard Community Platform – Springboard is creating a private online community
platform for our entrepreneurs to source new business development opportunities, connect with
trusted advisors and business services, and access a library of resources and tools.
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DINNERS & BREAKFASTS
Springboard produces several networking dinners and breakfasts throughout the year to convene the
talent in our network over good food and drinks.
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2014 Winners’ Circle Awards Dinner – Springboard hosts its annual Winners’ Circle Awards
Dinner in New York City in October. The event features a VIP reception and video award
presentations honoring innovators, investors and influencers who have distinguished themselves as
successful entrepreneurs or have made significant contributions to fostering entrepreneurship.
2014 Life Science Council Breakfast – Held annually during the JPM Healthcare Conference in
San Francisco, CA in January brings together advisors and alumnae in biotech, medical devices and
healthcare technology.
2014 SXSW Dinner – Held annually at SXSW in Austin, TX in March brings together advisors and
alumnae in technology.
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Springboard Enterprises 2014
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