Triangle Startup Factory. Seeding Startups in NC.
On Wednesday I met with Chris Heivly to discuss his new venture Triangle Startup Factory (TSF). TSF is an interesting idea. It brings a new seed investing / incubation model to the Triangle –model that is becoming popular other high tech hubs. TechStars and Ycombinator are two of the most notable examples. I like TSF for several reasons:
- Founded with an innovative funding model.
- Backed by local technology serial entrepreneurs.
- Focused on early stage Internet / Software startups. My forte.
- Based near us on the American Tobacco Campus of Durham, North Carolina. Why? Because The ATC is the place to be.
They are holding a kick-off mixer next Thursday (February 4). You should contact Chris or visit the mixer if you are interested in learning more.
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January 29th, 2010 in
Entrepreneurship
Joe – LOVE this idea, wish I was there to see the action! I miss RTP and great ideas like this…
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Hey Alison …
Good to hear from you. Hopefully this type of initiatives will help kick off more startups in the Triangle. Hope you’re doing well out in S.F. Let us know the next time you are in the area.
Joe