Why should California get all the credit? Silicon Alley is happening right here in New York City–a movement to develop new technologies and base tech startups in the five boroughs. Some of our startups will lead this movement…and better yet, they're all founded by women.If this excites you, then youll want to check out the startups competing for the Standard Chartered Women+Tech4NYC Prize on Demo Day. Theyre ready to show you how they're solving New York City's civic issues with awesome technologies.Be sure to check out teams like:Gleam €“ 1 in 5 New Yorkers… Read More »
Are you a techie who loves to geek out? Are you the first of your friends to download the latest app? Then youll want to check out the startups competing for the Zahn Technology Prize on Demo Day. Theyre ready to dapp you up (someone please tell me what that means!) and share their cool inventions and apps with you.Be sure to check out teams like:Hybridia €“ They're going to save so many more lives with their affordable device for laparoscopic surgery.Class Lit €“ This app connects students to resources and makes learning so lit.The Sous Chef €“ You can end… Read More »
Are you the first to volunteer for a service trip or sign up for an international policy class? Do you love to learn about new cultures and discuss environmental or economic issues? Then youll want to check out the startups competing for the Zahn Social Impact Prize on Demo Day. Theyre ready to tackle the world's toughest social issues with cool innovations.Be sure to check out teams like:HandyNYC – This team combines a Tom's model with STEM education. What could be more handy?Veripad – You'd be shocked to know how many counterfeit prescription drugs are sold in third world… Read More »
Have you been dreaming about having a Smart House since 1999? (Yeah, we just threw it back to the Disney Channel.) Then you'll want to check out the startups competing for the Kaylie Connected Hardware Prize on Demo Day. They're ready to show off smart inventions that'll make Alexa seem so last year.Be sure to check out teams like:OnPointe – Their device will not only prevent dancers' injuries, but it will teach dancers how to improve their form.Notifier – Looking to protect the things that are most valuable to you? The Notifier has your back.Migo – They're designing a… Read More »
For many of the student founders in our competition, the startups they've cultivated during this year's Lean Startup Bootcamp began as lifelong passions or problems they've dedicated themselves to solving. In just one week, these passions will be put on display to the general public at our annual Demo Day. The City College and Harlem community will celebrate the work of 24 startups competing for $140,000 in categories ranging from connected hardware to social impact. Audience members will play with prototypes and learn about technologies that will change the way we live,… Read More »
Last week marked the end of another successful internship program! Thanks to the generous sponsorship from BNY Mellon, the Zahn Center placed students in paid internships with the following social enterprises and nonprofits:Echoing GreenBridges VenturesB Lab CorpGlobal Futures GroupImpact HubEV BoxShadeDuro UASBusiness Initiative Corporation Of New YorkLe Sel FoundationEvery internship position offered a diverse experience for the specific student, from marketing to engineering. Last week, each intern shared what they learned throughout the semester… Read More »
Diversity creates innovation. Darlene Gillard Jones, a founding member at digitalundivided, shared this thought on Monday, April 18th amongst other female leaders at the Zahn Innovation Centers panel event, Decoding the Gender Divide. This quote seems obvious to any changemaker or entrepreneur, but facts show that gender diversity simply doesnt exist in STEM fields where disruptive innovation is essential to progress. Women represent only 24% of STEM fields, and theres significantly more disparity when it comes to minority women. Thats why the Zahn Innovation Center in… Read More »
While opportunities in the STEM field rapidly increase, the entire field remains unbalanced when it comes to gender diversity. Learn about the causes and consequences of the gender gap within the technology sector, how it has shaped the experiences of female entrepreneurs, and most importantly, what corrective actions organizations are taking to close the gap. Join us for an unprecedented panel event: Standard Chartered Presents: Decoding the Gender Divideft. Darlene Gillard (digitalundivided), Leah Gilliam (Girls Who Code),Tashay Green (ScriptED), Calena… Read More »
Its that time of year again! Are you ready to kick off Lavender Week with our 2016 cohort?Monday, May 9th from 12-3pm.The Annual Zahn Center Demo Day Expo celebrates the startup teams that have completed our Lean Startup Bootcamp Program, and gives them a chance to show off their business models and prototypes to the general public. During this exciting event, teams will pitch to a panel of judges who will decide the eight teams that will move on to the Final Pitch on Thursday, May 12th. Those eight teams will compete for grand prizes ranging from $25,000-50,000!This year,… Read More »
As our 2016 cohort gets ready for its premiere event (Demo Day!), we wanted to update you on their progress. Some teams have stuck with the same idea, but changed their names, while others have completely pivoted. Check out the updated list below so you know who to visit at Demo Day.Kaylie Connected Hardware PrizeUpwalk €“ A smart walker that encourages better posture, helping seniors avoid pain and discomfort.Migo €“ A smart closet that cleans, de-wrinkles, and stores your clothes.The Notifier €“ A sleek, noninvasive security device that sends alerts to your phone in real time.… Read More »
Last Updated: 10/08/2020 22:24