LaunchPad Blog Posts

Interdependence and entrepreneurship

Posted on April 16, 2020, 1:31 p.m.

Even in times of distress, entrepreneurs are stepping up to help build community with interdependence as its foundation.

Orange innovation

Posted on April 16, 2020, 1:28 p.m.

Brian Anderson ’14, a graduate of Syracuse University’s biomedical engineering program, designed a face shield that is now being produced by local manufacturer Tessy Plastics.

Earn a graduate degree to Launch into life

Posted on April 16, 2020, 1:26 p.m.

Syracuse University seniors have an extraordinary opportunity to continue their academic career, build new skills sets, or continue work on their venture idea through a new donor-funded “2020 Forever Orange Scholarship” program.

And the Oscar goes to Will DeVito ’20

Posted on April 15, 2020, 1:39 p.m.

Thanks to Will DeVito ’20 (Newhouse) for doing a star turn hosting our first ever virtual award ceremony for the RvD iPrize – Hunter Brooks Watson Spirit of Entrepreneurship Awards – Compete CNY.

Nancy Wang ’20 is bringing Girl Power to the world

Posted on April 13, 2020, 2:01 p.m.

In a world where gender equality is a championed ideal and girls are urged to break glass ceilings and defy stereotypes, it may be easy to assume that inequality is an archaic misfortune of the past.

Ryan Taggart ’20 has a solution for misfortune

Posted on April 13, 2020, 1:59 p.m.

We’ve all had life drop misfortune and frustrations on our head.

Jason Zhou ’21 on the beauty of user experience

Posted on April 13, 2020, 1:57 p.m.

Up until just a decade ago, web design wasn’t the biggest priority for web services.

Follow MedTech to see it in action

Posted on April 12, 2020, 2:12 p.m.

The future of medtech and health care is innovation, and COVID-19 is driving an important wave of development.

Iconic SU buildings illuminated in blue to recognize frontline workers

Posted on April 12, 2020, 2:07 p.m.

From health care workers and first responders, to so many others at the frontline risking their personal health and safety in the service of others, Syracuse University is illuminating two of its iconic buildings in blue, to recognize and give thanks

A smarter way to leverage working capital

Posted on April 10, 2020, 2:23 p.m.

With so much attention being paid to new Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, don’t overlook an existing solution for small businesses that deserves a close look if your small business is looking to leverage working capital.

SBDC at OCC offers advisement for COVID-19 business assistance

Posted on April 7, 2020, 2:28 p.m.

The NYS Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Onondaga Community College (OCC) has developed a comprehensive COVID-19 resources page with links to many business assistance programs currently available to startups and small businesses.

Build a career in the startup world

Posted on April 5, 2020, 3:03 p.m.

Getting ready for graduation? Actively looking for a career, but don’t want to give up the startup life? Here’s a great solution.

Free tools to get you through

Posted on April 5, 2020, 3:01 p.m.

The LaunchPad team has crowdsourced a number of free resources to get you through this stay at home – work at home – study at home stretch.

Hack your network to hire and get hired

Posted on April 5, 2020, 3 p.m.

When you’re working remotely, you still need to build a team.

Mohammed Ali bridges the coding gap with Urban Coders

Posted on April 5, 2020, 2:58 p.m.

The importance of coding in today’s tech-based world cannot be denied.

Syracuse University student team responds to COVID-19 Challenge

Posted on April 5, 2020, 2:56 p.m.

During these unprecedented times, it is easy to feel discouraged and helpless due to the uncertainty surrounding the global Corona Virus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Stephanie McReynolds available for business and entrepreneurship research

Posted on April 5, 2020, 2:55 p.m.

Stephanie McReynolds, Librarian for Business, Management, and Entrepreneurship at SU Libraries, is available for video or phone consultations about business and entrepreneurship research resources.

COVD-19 Resource Center for startups and small businesses

Posted on April 5, 2020, 2:52 p.m.

It takes a good partner to get through challenges together.

New blog gives voice to LaunchPad Fellows and Mentors

Posted on March 31, 2020, 3:08 p.m.

The Blackstone LaunchPad powered by TechStars at Syracuse University has unveiled a blog for LaunchPad members, fellows, and mentors to share their expertise with the world.

Sammy Steiner creates social change through music

Posted on March 30, 2020, 3:22 p.m.

It’s a joy to witness an individual overflowing with passion for their own work.