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SUMMARY:Dolphin Tank: D.C. Metro Area
DESCRIPTION:Springboard’s Dolphin Tank is a showcase that brings the power of our collective community to women entrepreneurs innovating in Technology. Our Dolphin Tank events spotlight exciting women-led companies and provide them with the opportunity for connections\, capital\, and insight from our audience of investors\, advisors\, and industry leaders. \n\n\n\nJoin Springboard Enterprises for an exciting event featuring women founders and entrepreneurs\, expert panelists\, and interactive audience participation! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen and Where\n\n\n\nThursday\, June 20\, 20245:00 PM ET – 8:00 PM ET \n\n\n\nDeloitte Office: 1919 N Lynn St\, Floor 10\, Arlington\, VA 22209Please note: This will be an in-person event. \n\n\n\n\nRSVP to Attend\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’re Showcasing Women Founders in the D.C. Metro Area!\n\n\n\nCriteria for presenting companies: \n\n\n\n\nThe company must have at least one woman founder or in a key leadership position.\n\n\n\nAreas of focus include\, but are not limited to\, enterprise tech solutions.\n\n\n\nDemonstrated innovation in your industry and traction in your market.\n\n\n\nSeed stage to growth stage.\n\n\n\nMust be able to present in DC on June 20\, 2024.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow Dolphin Tank Works\n\n\n\nWhile the venues and audiences may vary\, every Dolphin Tank shares these core elements: \n\n\n\n\nEntrepreneurs and their companies are selected via an application process.\n\n\n\nPresenters deliver a three-minute pitch addressing a challenge or unique opportunity.\n\n\n\nSolutions\, connections\, strategies\, and opportunities for investment are crowdsourced from the audience.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP to Attend\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Partners\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions?\n\n\n\nEmail Rachel Rong\, Director of Operations for Springboard Enterprises at rachel@springboardenterprises.org.
URL:https://sb.co/event/dolphin-tank-dc-metro-area-june-2024/
LOCATION:Deloitte Office\, 1919 N Lynn St Suite 1500\, Arlington\, VA\, 22209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dolphin Tank,Event,Tech
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SUMMARY:Springboard Webinar: The Importance of Women’s Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a panel discussion in celebration of World Mental Health Month. We’ll focus on the importance of women’s mental health in the workplace and the need for continuous dialogue. Mental health is not just a personal or professional issue; it’s a human one. As women\, we navigate multiple roles and responsibilities. In this discussion\, we’ll explore ways to balance work and family life while creating a supportive environment to share strategies and stories. We look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\n\nRSVP\n\n\n\n\nWhen and Where\n\n\n\nTuesday\, October 15\, 2024 \n\n\n\n1:00 PM –  2:00 PM ET \n\n\n\nPlease note this will be a virtual event. Zoom link provided upon registration. \n\n\n\nFeatured Speakers\n\n\n\n\nFamily Well\, Jessica Gaulton – An evidence-based approach to integrate mental health support into your obstetric practice.\n\n\n\nLunaJoy\, Sipra Laddha – Holistic women’s mental health therapy\, counseling\, and medication management. For every phase.\n\n\n\nKaren Drexler\, Member Board Of Directors of ResMed – Ms.Drexler has been an active board member for public and private medical device and diagnostics companies for over a decade. She currently sits on the boards of ResMed (RSMD:NYSE)\, Outset Medical (Nasdaq: OM)\, Tivic Health (Nasdaq)\, VIDA Diagnostics\, Huma.ai and EBR Systems (ASX).\n\n\n\nKara Glassman\, Founder\, Executive and Leadership Coach
URL:https://sb.co/event/springboard-webinar-the-importance-of-womens-mental-health/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Event,Public
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SUMMARY:Springboard Annual Awards Gala 2024
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for attending our Annual Awards Gala on October 22\, 2024\, at the iconic Nasdaq MarketSite in New York City. Your presence made the event truly special! \n\n\n\nFor over 24 years\, Springboard Enterprises has been dedicated to supporting women entrepreneurs\, and it was wonderful to come together with entrepreneurs\, investors\, and community members to celebrate the remarkable achievements of women-led businesses. \n\n\n\nWe invite you to view all the gala photos below and relive the inspiring moments of the evening. And stay tuned for our 25th anniversary celebration next year—exciting things are on the horizon! \n\n\n\nThank you for celebrating with us! \n\n\n\n\nMake A Donation\n\n\n\nView the 2024 Springboard Gala Photos\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKnown as the “Chief Troublemaker\,” Shelley Zalis is a trailblazer for women in the workplace. An internationally renowned entrepreneur\, Zalis pioneered online research through her company Online Testing Exchange which she sold to Ipsos for $80 million. Zalis is committed to raising the visibility of women and driving change across industries. Zalis is a contributor for TIME\, Forbes and has been named the #18 most influential voice on LinkedIn in the world. She is also the co-founder of #SeeHer\, has been honored as an “Industry Legend” by the AdClub\, received the Matrix Award by New York Women in Communications and is a member of several equality boards. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIt’s been said that Neha Sampat “goes against the grain of startup mythology.” She is a three-time tech founder and CEO\, even though she comes from a non-technical background. Neha Sampat is the founder and current CEO at Contentstack. She has raised $169M for the company over the past four years. Neha previously founded and led digital transformation consultancy Raw Engineering and digital experience Platform Built.io\, which was acquired by Software AG. Neha is a relentless advocate for building great places to work and achieving equity in tech. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAt the intersection of financial success and transformative impact\, DBL Partners is redefining venture capital. Co-founded by Nancy Pfund and Ira Ehrenpreis\, DBL invests in diverse leadership\, with women leading one-third of their 70+ portfolio companies. Nancy Pfund\, recognized on Forbes’ 50 Over 50 list\, has supported companies like Tesla and SolarCity\, while Ira Ehrenpreis\, honored with the Visionary Award\, leads investments in firms such as SpaceX and Planet. DBL’s portfolio includes industry-shaping companies like The RealReal\, Andela\, and Revolution Foods. The firm is dedicated to fostering impactful\, sustainable change through innovative leadership and strategic investments. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2024 Gala Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n View Springboard Gala 2023 Photos
URL:https://sb.co/event/springboard-gala-2024/
LOCATION:Nasdaq MarketSite\, 151 West 43rd Street\, New York City\, NY\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Award Ceremony,Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T170000
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SUMMARY:Dolphin Tank: Austin December 2024
DESCRIPTION:Springboard’s Dolphin Tank is a showcase that brings the power of our collective community to women entrepreneurs innovating in Technology. Our Dolphin Tank events spotlight exciting women-led companies and provide them with the opportunity for connections\, capital\, and insight from our audience of investors\, advisors\, and industry leaders. \n\n\n\nJoin Springboard Enterprises for an exciting event featuring women founders and entrepreneurs\, expert panelists\, and interactive audience participation! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen and Where\n\n\n\nWednesday\, December 11\, 20245:00 PM CT – 8:00 PM CT \n\n\n\nAWS HQ Austin (11815 Alterra Pkwy Ste 900Austin\, TX 78758) \n\n\n\nPlease note: This will be an in-person event. \n\n\n\n\nRSVP to Attend\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Partner\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Partner\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions?\n\n\n\nEmail Rachel Rong\, Head of Community for Springboard Enterprises at rachel@springboardenterprises.org.
URL:https://sb.co/event/dolphin-tank-austin/
CATEGORIES:Dolphin Tank,Event,Tech
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ORGANIZER;CN="Springboard Enterprises":MAILTO:stephanie@punchteam.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250113T083000
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SUMMARY:JPM Healthcare 2025: Springboard and Accenture Breakfast Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual breakfast and networking event at the J.P. Morgan Health Conference on Monday\, January 13\, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM PT in San Francisco\, California! Together\, let’s discuss how we can propel advancements in women’s health and build a healthier future for all. In partnership with Accenture\, we are excited to unveil Part 2 of the State of Women’s Health Report. This comprehensive report sheds light on critical areas in women’s health that demand innovation and funding to drive meaningful change. We look forward to your participation in this important conversation! \n\n\n\n\nBreakfast Event Wait List\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsored By\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in partnerships or have any questions? \n\n\n\nEmail Rachel Rong\, Director of Operations for Springboard Enterprises at rachel@springboardenterprises.org.
URL:https://sb.co/event/jpmhealthcare-conference-breakfast-networking-event/
LOCATION:Accenture Salesforce Tower\, 415 Mission St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Digital Health,Event
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SUMMARY:2024 Healthcare and Technology Accelerator Showcase and Demo Day
DESCRIPTION:Springboard’s Healthcare & Technology Demo Day Showcase will feature exciting women innovators from our 2024 Healthcare & Technology cohort. Join us for their inspiring presentations followed by feedback and insight from our expert panel and audience.  \n\n\n\nIf you want to see what’s next in healthcare and technology or network with the broader Springboard community\, join us! \n\n\n\n\nRSVP to Attend\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen and Where\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, January 14\, 2025 \n\n\n\n8:45 AM to 12:00 PM PT \n\n\n\nDeloitte Offices San Francisco\, 555 Mission St Ste 1400\, San Francisco\, CA 94105 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsored By\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in partnerships or have any questions?\n\n\n\nEmail Miranda Ewald\, Director of Programs for Springboard Enterprises at miranda@springboardenterprises.org.
URL:https://sb.co/event/2024-healthcare-and-technology-accelerator-showcase-and-demo-day/
LOCATION:Deloitte Office\, 555 Mission St Ste 1400\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accelerators,Event,Public,Tech,Women's Health
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ORGANIZER;CN="Springboard Enterprises":MAILTO:stephanie@punchteam.com
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SUMMARY:Virtual Workshop: Finding Message - Market Fit
DESCRIPTION:Springboard Enterprise and thoughtbot invite you to join us for a virtual workshop: \n\n\n\nMessage-Market Fit is an important foundation for your business and that is achieved by clearly researching and defining where you fit in the market. We will walk through the starting points we recommend to startups including defining their critical path\, target audience\, and potential market segments\, and as we put those elements together\, capture assumptions along the way. Then we shift into how to conduct quality\, iterative\, and efficient research through Customer Discovery Sprints which we’ve boiled down into four steps that are easy to repeat. \n\n\n\nIn this live\, online event we’ll be discussing: \n\n\n\n\nHow to simplify your vision and define the foundational elements that become your true north\n\n\n\nHow to reach\, interview\, and observe target customers\n\n\n\nHow to test your message at scale\n\n\n\n\nThis event is great for teams who are: \n\n\n\n\nPreparing or navigating fundraising\n\n\n\nLooking to improve or start customer research\n\n\n\nChallenged with going from lots of ideas into (the right) single starting point\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen and Where\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, January 23rd\, 2025 \n\n\n\n2:00 PM to 3:00 PM EST \n\n\n\nVirtual – Google Meet \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions?\n\n\n\nEmail Rosemary Nnaji\, Marketing & Community Associate for Springboard Enterprises at rosemary.nnaji@springboardenterprises.org
URL:https://sb.co/event/virtual-workshop-finding-message-market-fit/
CATEGORIES:Accelerators,Event,Public,Tech,Women's Health
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ORGANIZER;CN="Springboard Enterprises":MAILTO:stephanie@punchteam.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T080000
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SUMMARY:ViVE 2025: Networking Breakfast Session
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, February 18\, 2025 8:00 AM –  9:30 AM CT \n\n\n\nMusic City Center – ViVE Conference\, 201 Rep John Lewis Way S\, Nashville\, TN 37203 \n\n\n\nWomen Innovating in Health – Breakfast at ViVE with Springboard: Join top women innovating in health and Springboard’s powerful network of entrepreneurs\, investors\, and advisors for a breakfast reception\, networking\, and a brief program. *(All guests attending the breakfast must be registered attendees of the ViVE conference and must have a valid ViVE conference pass).  \n\n\n\nIf you have not already purchased your ViVE conference badge\, Use Springboard’s code v25p_Springboard \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen and Where\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, February 18\, 20258:00 – 9:30 AM CSTLocation: Music City Center – Inside ViVe Exhibition Hall  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\nMeet Our Panel and Moderator:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPictured from left to right:  \n\n\n\nDr. Tara Bishop\, Founder and Managing Director\, Black Opal Ventures \n\n\n\nPeter Micca\, Senior Partner\, National Health Tech Leader\, Deloitte \n\n\n\nKristen Valdes\, Founder and CEO\, B.Well \n\n\n\nAmy Davis\, Associate Vice President\, Eli Lilly & Co \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions?\n\n\n\nEmail Rachel Rong\, Director of Operations for Springboard Enterprises at Rachel@springboardenterprises.org
URL:https://sb.co/event/2025-vive-networking-breakfast-event/
LOCATION:Music City Center\, 201 Rep. John Lewis Way S\, Nashville\, 37203
CATEGORIES:Accelerators,Event,Public,Tech,Women's Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T103000
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SUMMARY:SXSW 2025: Dolphin Tank
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to Dolphin Tank: Austin—an event you won’t want to miss!In partnership with Amazon and The Female Quotient\, this event is dedicated to championing women entrepreneurs. But this isn’t your typical pitch event—Springboard’s Dolphin Tank is all about collaboration\, not competition. A room full of investors\, advisors\, and industry leaders will come together to support and uplift women-led companies with game-changing ideas.If you’re looking for inspiration\, powerful connections\, or just want to see innovation in action\, come be part of the energy. Let’s make waves together! \n\n\n\n\nRSVP to Dolphin Tank\n\n\n\nApply To Pitch at Dolphin Tank\n\n\n\n\nWhen and Where\n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 8\, 202510:30 AM – 11:30 AM CT \n\n\n\nHow Dolphin Tank Works\n\n\n\nWhile the venues and audiences may vary\, every Dolphin Tank shares these core elements: \n\n\n\n\nEntrepreneurs and their companies are selected via an application process.\n\n\n\nPresenters deliver a three-minute pitch addressing a challenge or unique opportunity.\n\n\n\nSolutions\, connections\, strategies\, and opportunities for investment are crowdsourced from the audience.\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP to Dolphin Tank\n\n\n\nApply To Pitch at Dolphin Tank\n\n\n\n\nEvent Partners\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in sponsoring\, please email:\n\n\n\nRachel Rong\, Director of Operations for Springboard Enterprises at rachel@springboardenterprises.org.
URL:https://sb.co/event/springboard-enterprises-sxsw-dolphin-tank/
LOCATION:FQ Lounge: Waller Creek Boathouse\, 74 Trinity St\,\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dolphin Tank,Event,Public,Tech
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ORGANIZER;CN="Springboard Enterprises":MAILTO:stephanie@punchteam.com
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SUMMARY:SXSW 2025: Community Brunch
DESCRIPTION:March is Women’s History Month! Celebrate with Springboard at our exclusive Networking Brunch on Sunday\, March 9\, 2025\, from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM CT. \n\n\n\nJoin Springboard Enterprises as we mark 25 years of championing women-led innovation! This special fireside chat will explore the next 25 years of empowering women entrepreneurs. Don’t miss this engaging discussion on the future of innovation\, investment\, and leadership. \n\n\n\nEnjoy a networking reception\, a curated brunch\, and insights from a trailblazing Springboard Alumna shaping the future of tech. \n\n\n\nJoin the Host Committee! As a member\, you’ll receive 5 exclusive passes for yourself and your guests to this premier networking event. \n\n\n\nSee you in Austin! \n\n\n\nFor complimentary tickets\, please email Rachel Rong\, Director of Operations\, at rachel@springboardenterprises.org. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nCommunity Brunch RSVP \n\n\n\nJoin The Host Committee\n\n\n\n\nWhen and Where\n\n\n\nSunday\, March 9\, 202511:00 AM CT – 1:00 PM CT \n\n\n\nAustin\, TX\, USA \n\n\n\n\nCommunity Brunch RSVP \n\n\n\nJoin The Host Committee\n\n\n\n\nWatch Last Year’s Event Recap\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick to See Last Year’s Event Photos\n\n\n\n\nEvent Partners\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in partnerships or have any questions?\n\n\n\nEmail Rachel Rong\, Director of Operations for Springboard Enterprises at rachel@springboardenterprises.org.
URL:https://sb.co/event/springboard-brunch-at-sxsw-2025/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Springboard Enterprises":MAILTO:stephanie@punchteam.com
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SUMMARY:Springboard x C10 Labs AI Hackathon
DESCRIPTION:In honor of International Women’s Month\, Springboard Enterprises and C10 Labs are teaming up to launch an AI Hackathon\, sponsored by AWS. \n\n\n\nThe Hackathon will bring together female founders\, mentors\, and experts from the Springboard and C10 Labs communities to foster the continued development of ideas and companies in accelerating their adoption of AI and mitigating disruption. The Hackathon is open to all women – from any era and level of product or company maturity. The purpose is to seed the process of designing and building applied AI features and applications within all types of organizations. The goal is to learn more about AI tools and build a feature\, product\, or idea around emerging technology.  \n\n\n\nWe will have experts in person dedicated to helping you hack and build AI tools for your product or idea. Regardless of your knowledge of AI\, we hope this is an experience that allows you to explore and learn new tools in a collaborative\, fun\, dynamic (and slightly competitive) environment. \n\n\n\nAll background are welcome to apply– technical\, product\, business\, etc!Further event details and RSVPs can be found here: https://lu.ma/gu549x3d \n\n\n\nTimeline: \n\n\n\n\nApplications: Applications close on February 21\n\n\n\nAcceptances: Participants will be notified by March 1\n\n\n\nVirtual Orientation: To be posted in the beginning of March\n\n\n\nOptional AI Tools and Bedrock Training: To be posted in the middle of March\n\n\n\nAI Hackathon: March 27-28 (agenda for the 2 days forthcoming)\n\n\n\n\n\nApply Now\n\n\n\n\nWhen and Where\n\n\n\nMarch 27\, 2025 10:00 AM EST – March 28\, 2025 6:00 PM CT \n\n\n\nAustin\, TX\, USA \n\n\n\n\nApply Now\n\n\n\n\nEvent Partners\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in partnerships or have any questions?\n\n\n\nEmail Rachel Rong\, Director of Operations for Springboard Enterprises at rachel@springboardenterprises.org.
URL:https://sb.co/event/springboard-c10labs-ai-hackathon-aihackathon/
LOCATION:Boston\, Massachusetts\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Springboard Enterprises":MAILTO:stephanie@punchteam.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T053212
CREATED:20250227T211353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T144306Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Dallas Dolphin Tank:
DESCRIPTION:Calling All Women Founders and Entrepreneurs  \n\n\n\nSpringboard’s Dolphin Tank pitch event brings the power of our collective community to women entrepreneurs innovating in enterprise Tech. Our Dolphin Tank events showcase exciting women-led companies and provide them with the opportunity for connections\, capital\, and insight from our audience of investors\, advisors\, and industry leaders. For 25 years\, Springboard has been surrounding women with what they need to lead and succeed. Partnership with Lyda Hill Philanthropies \n\n\n\nWe’re looking for the best and brightest women-led tech startups\, apply to pitch their companies or join us as an audience member to support and engage with innovative women-led businesses. \n\n\n\nFor questions or additional information\, please email Rachel Rong\, Director of Operations\, at rachel@springboardenterprises.org. \n\n\n\n\nRSVP Now\n\n\n\nApply to Pitch\n\n\n\n\nWhen and Where\n\n\n\nThursday\, April 10\, 2025 \n\n\n\n5:00 – 8:00 PM CT \n\n\n\nLocation: Pegasus Park\, Dallas\, TX\, USA \n\n\n\nMeet the Panel and Presenters\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow Dolphin Tank Works\n\n\n\nWhile the venues and audiences may vary\, every Dolphin Tank shares these core elements: \n\n\n\n\nEntrepreneurs and their companies are selected via an application process.\n\n\n\nPresenters deliver a three-minute pitch addressing a challenge or unique opportunity.\n\n\n\nSolutions\, connections\, strategies\, and opportunities for investment are crowdsourced from the audience.\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP Now\n\n\n\nApply to Pitch\n\n\n\n\nEvent Partners\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in partnerships or have any questions?\n\n\n\nEmail Rachel Rong\, Director of Operations for Springboard Enterprises at rachel@springboardenterprises.org.
URL:https://sb.co/event/2025-springboard-dallasdolpin-tank/
LOCATION:Pegasus Park\, 3000 Pegasus Park Dr\,\, Dallas\, TX\, 75247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dolphin Tank,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Springboard Enterprises":MAILTO:stephanie@punchteam.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250602T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250602T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T053212
CREATED:20250513T165500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T151109Z
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SUMMARY:Exclusive Fireside Chat: Time To Get Real with Julie Wainwright
DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Fireside Chat: Time to Get Real with Springboard Alumna Julie Wainwright📅 Monday\, June 2 | 🕛 12 PM EST | 💻 Virtual Event \n\n\n\nJoin us for a compelling conversation with Julie Wainwright\, Springboard alumna and trailblazing founder & former CEO of The RealReal. In this exclusive virtual fireside chat\, Julie dives into her powerful new book\, Time to Get Real—a bold memoir and business playbook wrapped into one. \n\n\n\nFrom building a billion-dollar brand to redefining the fashion resale industry\, Julie shares unfiltered insights on resilience\, reinvention\, and what it truly takes to thrive in today’s entrepreneurial world. Whether you’re a founder\, dreamer\, or change-maker\, this is a can’t-miss event designed to inspire and ignite. \n\n\n\n🛒 Time to Get Real available on Amazon June 10\, 2025. \n\n\n\n\nPre-order the book\n\n\n\nRSVP  for the virtual event\n\n\n\n\nMore about the book: \n\n\n\nPart tell-all memoir and part entrepreneur crash course\, the founder of The RealReal offers an emboldening story of perspective and triumphWhen she was 52\, a recruiter told Julie Wainwright that her failure as CEO of Pets.com made her unemployable. But she proved him—and Silicon Valley—wrong and built her company from an idea into the world’s largest resource for authenticated luxury resale. Since its launch in 2011\, The RealReal has changed the world of fashion forever\, making luxury items more accessible and sustainable.Time to Get Real spills the tea on the entrepreneurial journey from a woman’s perspective and includes all the lessons learned and mistakes made along the way to a billion-dollar business and public company. This is the book Julie wished she had when she was in the trenches—one that shares the whole exhilarating\, stressful\, glorious\, messy truth about success.Time to Get Real isn’t just about Julie’s wild ride through Silicon Valley; it will also show you how to: \n\n\n\n\nBuild a business from the ground up\n\n\n\nHire for startups while avoiding common oversights\n\n\n\nOvercome workplace bias and adversity\n\n\n\nBe a shark—and create a unicorn\n\n\n\n\nWith Julie’s inspirational story and hard-earned wisdom\, this is the perfect read for anyone who has ever imagined starting a company\, loves fashion\, or wants an uncensored glimpse behind the scenes from a woman who succeeded in spite of it all. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen and Where\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, June 2nd\, 2025 \n\n\n\n12:00 PM to 1:00 PM EST \n\n\n\nVirtual \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions?\n\n\n\nEmail Rachel Rong\, Director of Community Engagement for Springboard Enterprises at rachel.rong@springboardenterprises.org
URL:https://sb.co/event/exclusive-fireside-chat-time-to-get-real-with-julie-wainwright/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Accelerators,Event,Public,Tech,Women's Health
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ORGANIZER;CN="Springboard Enterprises":MAILTO:stephanie@punchteam.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T053212
CREATED:20250422T215752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T144223Z
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SUMMARY:2025 DMV Dolphin Tank:
DESCRIPTION:Springboard in partnership with Arlington Economic Development and Deloitte are bringing Dolphin Tank to the DMV. \n\n\n\nSpringboard’s Dolphin Tank pitch event brings the power of our collective community to women entrepreneurs innovating in enterprise Tech. Our Dolphin Tank events showcase exciting women-led companies and provide them with the opportunity for connections\, capital\, and insight from our audience of investors\, advisors\, and industry leaders. For 25 years\, Springboard has been surrounding women with what they need to lead and succeed.  \n\n\n\nWe’re looking for the best and brightest women-led tech startups\, apply to pitch their companies or join us as an audience member to support and engage with innovative women-led businesses. \n\n\n\nFor questions or additional information\, please email Rachel Rong\, Director of Operations\, at rachel@springboardenterprises.org. \n\n\n\n\nRSVP Now\n\n\n\nApply to Pitch\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen and Where\n\n\n\nWednesday\, June 11\, 2025 \n\n\n\n5:00 – 8:00 PM ET \n\n\n\nLocation: Deloitte HQ\, Rosslyn\, VA\, USA \n\n\n\nHow Dolphin Tank Works\n\n\n\nWhile the venues and audiences may vary\, every Dolphin Tank shares these core elements: \n\n\n\n\nEntrepreneurs and their companies are selected via an application process.\n\n\n\nPresenters deliver a three-minute pitch addressing a challenge or unique opportunity.\n\n\n\nSolutions\, connections\, strategies\, and opportunities for investment are crowdsourced from the audience.\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP Now\n\n\n\nApply to Pitch\n\n\n\n\nEvent Partners\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in partnerships or have any questions?\n\n\n\nEmail Rachel Rong\, Director of Operations for Springboard Enterprises at rachel@springboardenterprises.org.
URL:https://sb.co/event/2025-dmv-dolphin-tank/
CATEGORIES:Dolphin Tank,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Springboard Enterprises":MAILTO:stephanie@punchteam.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T053212
CREATED:20250428T165530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T155716Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Women's Health Accelerator Showcase and Demo Day
DESCRIPTION:Springboard’s Women’s Health Showcase and Demo Day will feature exciting women innovators from our 2025 Women’s Health cohort. Join us for their inspiring presentations followed by feedback and insight from our expert panel and audience. \n\n\n\nIf you want to see what’s next in women’s health or network with the broader Springboard community\, join us! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen and Where\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, June 18\, 2025 \n\n\n\n8:00 AM to 12:00 PM ET \n\n\n\nOne Manhattan West\, 395 9th Ave\, New York City\, NY 10001 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsored By\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in partnerships or have any questions?\n\n\n\nEmail Miranda Ewald\, Director of Programs for Springboard Enterprises at miranda@springboardenterprises.org.
URL:https://sb.co/event/2025-womens-health-accelerator-showcase-and-demo-day/
LOCATION:Accenture\, One Manhattan West\, 395 9th Ave\, New York City\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accelerators,Event,Public,Tech,Women's Health
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ORGANIZER;CN="Springboard Enterprises":MAILTO:stephanie@punchteam.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250721T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250721T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T053212
CREATED:20250530T152956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T201037Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Chicago Dolphin Tank:
DESCRIPTION:Springboard in partnership with Litwin Kach LLP\, TechChicago\, Matter Health and P33 Chicago is bringing Dolphin Tank to Chicago. \n\n\n\nSpringboard’s Dolphin Tank pitch event brings the power of our collective community to women entrepreneurs innovating in enterprise Tech. Our Dolphin Tank events showcase exciting women-led companies and provide them with the opportunity for connections\, capital\, and insight from our audience of investors\, advisors\, and industry leaders. For 25 years\, Springboard has been surrounding women with what they need to lead and succeed. \n\n\n\nWe’re looking for the best and brightest women-led tech startups\, apply to pitch their companies or join us as an audience member to support and engage with innovative women-led businesses. \n\n\n\nFor questions or additional information\, please email Rachel Rong\, Director of Operations\, at rachel@springboardenterprises.org. \n\n\n\n\nRSVP Now\n\n\n\nApply to Pitch\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen and Where\n\n\n\nMonday\, July 21\, 2025 \n\n\n\n5:00 – 8:00 PM CT \n\n\n\nLocation: Matter.Health\, 222 Merchandise Mart Plz Ste 228\, Chicago\, IL 60654 \n\n\n\nHow Dolphin Tank Works\n\n\n\nWhile the venues and audiences may vary\, every Dolphin Tank shares these core elements: \n\n\n\n\nEntrepreneurs and their companies are selected via an application process.\n\n\n\nPresenters deliver a three-minute pitch addressing a challenge or unique opportunity.\n\n\n\nSolutions\, connections\, strategies\, and opportunities for investment are crowdsourced from the audience.\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP Now\n\n\n\nApply to Pitch\n\n\n\n\nEvent Partners\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in partnerships or have any questions?\n\n\n\nEmail Rachel Rong\, Director of Operations for Springboard Enterprises at rachel@springboardenterprises.org.
URL:https://sb.co/event/2025-chicago-dolphin-tank-2/
CATEGORIES:Dolphin Tank,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Springboard Enterprises":MAILTO:stephanie@punchteam.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T053212
CREATED:20250626T163558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T151210Z
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SUMMARY:Springboard 25th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Springboard Enterprises’ 25th Anniversary Celebration! \n\n\n\nTuesday\, October 28\, 2025 | 6:00pm | Nasdaq MarketSite\, New York City \n\n\n\nSpringboard launched 25 years ago as the first nonprofit accelerator dedicated specifically to advancing women entrepreneurs. Since then\, Springboard has accelerated more than 940 exceptional women making groundbreaking advancements in health\, life sciences\, technology and more. We have celebrated 240 successful exits and 28 IPOs\, and seen $76B in global market value. \n\n\n\nJoin us this fall as we mark this important milestone and launch our next chapter under new leadership! The event will bring together more than 250 powerhouse founders\, thought leaders\, experts\, investors and innovators and honor the entrepreneurs and supporters who made our unmatched results possible. \n\n\n\nPurchase your ticket or contact Anna Melbin to be an exclusive event sponsor.  \n\n\n\n\nMary Keslo for general event inquiries: mary.keslo@springboardenterprises.org\n\n\n\nAnna Melbin for sponsorship opportunities: anna.melbin@springboardenterprises.org\n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Ticket\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are delighted you are joining Springboard to celebrate our 25th Anniversary! \n\n\n\nClick below for Frequently Asked Questions\, including the What\, When\, Where\, Attire and most importantly\, Food! Please contact Mary Keslo if you need additional information. \n\n\n\n\nSpringboard’s 25th Anniversary Celebration FAQ’s\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n25TH ANNIVERSARY SPONSORS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView the 2024 Springboard Gala Photos\n\n\n\n View the 2023 Springboard Gala Photos
URL:https://sb.co/event/springboard-25th-anniversary-celebration-2025/
LOCATION:Nasdaq MarketSite\, 151 West 43rd Street\, New York City\, NY\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Springboard 25th Anniversary Celebration
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ORGANIZER;CN="Springboard Enterprises":MAILTO:stephanie@punchteam.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T053212
CREATED:20251024T085904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T161941Z
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SUMMARY:MEET THE CEO at WHIS
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited! \n\n\n\nStep outside the conference buzz and join Springboard’s New CEO\, Umbreen Bhatti\, for a lively evening of connection and conversation! \n\n\n\nMeet our CEO\, mix with fellow WHIS attendees\, and dive into fresh ideas shaping the future of women’s health. Grab a drink\, make new connections\, and keep the WHIS energy going — this is your chance to network\, collaborate\, and be inspired in a relaxed\, social setting. \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP by Monday\, November 3\, 2025 \n\n\n\nFor more information or to answer questions\, please contact Rachel Rong \n\n\n\n\nRSVP HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen and Where\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, November 5\, 2025 \n\n\n\nTime:  5:30 PM-7:00 PM \n\n\n\nLocation: E&Y Office Boston: 200 Clarendon St\, Boston\, MA 02116 \n\n\n\nInterested in partnerships or have any questions?\n\n\n\nEmail Rachel Rong at rachel.rong@springboardenterprises.org
URL:https://sb.co/event/springboard-meet-the-ceo-whis/
LOCATION:E&Y Boston Office\, 200 Clarendon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Springboard Enterprises":MAILTO:stephanie@punchteam.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T053212
CREATED:20251028T045329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T050003Z
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SUMMARY:SVB x Springboard: Alternative Funding Resources
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, November 12\, 2025 12:00 PM –  1:00 PM ET \n\n\n\nJoin Springboard and SVB for an insightful webinar led by Benjamin Maitland‑Lewis\, Director on SVB’s Startup Banking Team. Drawing on SVB’s latest State of the Markets report\, we’ll explore how founders can access alternative capital sources beyond traditional VC — and navigate the current macro and innovation-economy dynamics. SVB’s report highlights key trends such as startup burn multiples\, fundraising bottlenecks\, and geographic capital flows. You’ll hear practical guidance for women-led ventures on: \n\n\n\n\nHow to interpret macro indicators and innovation-economy signals to plan your next raise\n\n\n\nHow to make your company attractive to non-traditional backers (venture debt\, strategic investors\, SBA loans)\n\n\n\nWhich funding models are gaining traction in today’s market\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP for the webinar\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen and Where\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, November 12\, 2025  \n\n\n\n12:00 PM –  1:00 PM ET \n\n\n\nVirtual \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions?\n\n\n\nEmail Rachel Rong\, Director of Community Engagement for Springboard Enterprises at rachel.rong@springboardenterprises.org
URL:https://sb.co/event/svb-x-springboard-alternative-funding-resources/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Accelerators,Event,Public
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ORGANIZER;CN="Springboard Enterprises":MAILTO:stephanie@punchteam.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260112T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T053212
CREATED:20251202T200036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T200038Z
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SUMMARY:JPM Healthcare 2026: Springboard and Accenture Breakfast Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual breakfast and networking event at the J.P. Morgan Health Conference on Monday\, January 12\, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM PT in San Francisco\, California! Together\, let’s discuss how we can propel advancements in women’s health and build a healthier future for all. In partnership with Accenture\, we are excited to discuss our State of Women’s Health Report Series\, which highlights critical areas in women’s health that demand innovation and funding. We look forward to your participation in this important conversation. Join the waitlist! \n\n\n\n\nJoin The Wait List\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsored By\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in partnerships or have any questions? \n\n\n\nEmail Rachel Rong\, Director of Community Engagement for Springboard Enterprises at rachel@springboardenterprises.org.
URL:https://sb.co/event/jpm-healthcare-2026-springboard-and-accenture-breakfast-session/
LOCATION:Accenture Salesforce Tower\, 415 Mission St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Digital Health,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Springboard Enterprises":MAILTO:stephanie@punchteam.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T053212
CREATED:20250728T201102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T172248Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Phoenix Dolphin Tank:
DESCRIPTION:Springboard\, in partnership with Stearns Bank and GCU\, is bringing Dolphin Tank® to Phoenix\, AZ. Springboard’s Dolphin Tank® pitch event brings the power of our collective community to women entrepreneurs innovating in enterprise tech. Our Dolphin Tank® events showcase exciting women-led companies and provide them with the opportunity for connections\, capital\, and insight from our audience of investors\, advisors\, and industry leaders.  \n\n\n\nWe’re looking for the best and brightest women-led tech startups\, apply to pitch their companies or join us as an audience member to support and engage with innovative women-led businesses.  \n\n\n\nFounder Workshop: Join us for an inspiring and supportive afternoon designed just for founders! Beginning with our Founder Workshop from 3:00–5:00 PM MT\, you’ll engage in two interactive\, hands-on sessions focused on strengthening your Fundraising Readiness and thinking intentionally about IP Strategy. This workshop offers a collaborative space to workshop ideas\, get practical guidance\, and walk away with tools you can use right away — whether you’re actively fundraising or planning ahead. \n\n\n\nFor questions or additional information\, please email Rachel Rong\, Director of Community\, at rachel@springboardenterprises.org. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nDolphin Tank RSVP\n\n\n\nFounders Workshop RSVP\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen and Where\n\n\n\nEvent Date: Feb 26\, 2026 \n\n\n\n5:00 – 8:00 PM MT \n\n\n\nSpecial Opportunity:Every applicant will be invited to an exclusive financial literacy class held earlier that day. This interactive session will focus on essential financial strategies for startup success\, including capital planning\, access to capital\, and understanding investor expectations. \n\n\n\nLocation: GCU \n\n\n\nHow Dolphin Tank® Works\n\n\n\nWhile the venues and audiences may vary\, every Dolphin Tank® shares these core elements: \n\n\n\n\nEntrepreneurs and their companies are selected via an application process.\n\n\n\nPresenters deliver a three-minute pitch addressing a challenge or unique opportunity.\n\n\n\nSolutions\, connections\, strategies\, and opportunities for investment are crowdsourced from the audience.\n\n\n\n\n\nDolphin Tank RSVP\n\n\n\nFounder Workshop RSVP\n\n\n\n\nEvent Partners\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in partnerships or have any questions?\n\n\n\nEmail Rachel Rong\, Director of Community for Springboard Enterprises at rachel@springboardenterprises.org.
URL:https://sb.co/event/2026-phoenix-dolphin-tank/
CATEGORIES:Dolphin Tank,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Springboard Enterprises":MAILTO:stephanie@punchteam.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T053212
CREATED:20260201T153019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T165733Z
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SUMMARY:SXSW 2026: Dolphin Tank
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to Dolphin Tank: Austin—an event you won’t want to miss!In partnership with The Female Quotient\, this event is dedicated to championing women entrepreneurs. But this isn’t your typical pitch event—Springboard’s Dolphin Tank is all about collaboration\, not competition. A room full of investors\, advisors\, and industry leaders will come together to support and uplift women-led companies with game-changing ideas.If you’re looking for inspiration\, powerful connections\, or just want to see innovation in action\, come be part of the energy. Let’s make waves together! \n\n\n\n\nRSVP to Dolphin Tank\n\n\n\n\nWhen and Where\n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 14\, 202610:30 AM – 11:30 AM CT \n\n\n\nHow Dolphin Tank Works\n\n\n\nWhile the venues and audiences may vary\, every Dolphin Tank shares these core elements: \n\n\n\n\nEntrepreneurs and their companies are selected via an application process.\n\n\n\nPresenters deliver a three-minute pitch addressing a challenge or unique opportunity.\n\n\n\nSolutions\, connections\, strategies\, and opportunities for investment are crowdsourced from the audience.\n\n\n\n\nPast SXSW Event Photos\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Partners\n\n\n\nThe Female Quotient\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in sponsoring\, please email:\n\n\n\nRachel Rong\, Director of Community for Springboard Enterprises at rachel@springboardenterprises.org.
URL:https://sb.co/event/sxsw-2026-dolphin-tank/
LOCATION:FQ Lounge: Waller Creek Boathouse\, 74 Trinity St\,\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dolphin Tank,Event,Public,Tech
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ORGANIZER;CN="Springboard Enterprises":MAILTO:stephanie@punchteam.com
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SUMMARY:SXSW 2026: Community Brunch
DESCRIPTION:March is Women’s History Month! Celebrate with Springboard at our exclusive Networking Brunch on Sunday\, March 15\, 2026\, from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM CT. \n\n\n\nBuilding When the Rules Are Broken: How Women Win in Market ChaosA real-talk panel with exited founders and VCs on the mindsets\, skillsets\, and systems that unlock growth when the old playbook is out \n\n\n\nPanel Discussion Topic \n\n\n\nThe world isn’t “business as usual” — capital is tighter\, noise is louder\, and founders are being asked to do more with less. Join Springboard at SXSW for a high-energy brunch and candid conversation with Kay Koplovitz\, Ruby Gadelrab\, Oksana Malysheva\, and Danyel Surrency Jones on how to build momentum anyway. We’ll dig into what’s really happening in today’s market\, where the opportunities are hiding\, and the mindsets\, skillsets\, and systems that help founders grow capital-efficiently\, turn networks into outcomes\, and scale with a repeatable operating cadence. Expect practical takeaways\, real talk\, and the kind of connections that can change your next 6–24 months. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Brunch RSVP \n\n\n\n\nWhen and Where\n\n\n\nSunday\, March 15\, 202611:00 AM CT – 1:00 PM CT \n\n\n\nParkside\, 301 E 6th St\, Austin\, TX 78701 \n\n\n\n2025 Event Recap\n\n\n\n\n2025 Event Photos\n\n\n\n\nEvent Partners\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in partnerships or have any questions?\n\n\n\nEmail Rachel Rong\, Director of Community for Springboard Enterprises at rachel@springboardenterprises.org.
URL:https://sb.co/event/sxsw-2026-community-brunch/
LOCATION:Parkside Downtown Austin\, 301 E 6th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Springboard Enterprises":MAILTO:stephanie@punchteam.com
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SUMMARY:2026 DMV Dolphin Tank:
DESCRIPTION:Springboard in partnership with Arlington Economic Development and Deloitte are bringing Dolphin Tank to the DMV. \n\n\n\nSpringboard’s Dolphin Tank pitch event brings the power of our collective community to women entrepreneurs innovating in enterprise Tech. Our Dolphin Tank events showcase exciting women-led companies and provide them with the opportunity for connections\, capital\, and insight from our audience of investors\, advisors\, and industry leaders. For 26 years\, Springboard has been surrounding women with what they need to lead and succeed. \n\n\n\nWe’re looking for the best and brightest women-led tech startups\, apply to pitch their companies or join us as an audience member to support and engage with innovative women-led businesses. \n\n\n\nFor questions or additional information\, please email Rachel Rong\, Director of Community\, at rachel@springboardenterprises.org. \n\n\n\n\nRSVP Now\n\n\n\nApply to Pitch\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen and Where\n\n\n\nThursday\, June 11\, 2026 \n\n\n\n5:00 – 8:00 PM ET \n\n\n\nLocation: Deloitte HQ\, Rosslyn\, VA\, USA \n\n\n\nHow Dolphin Tank Works\n\n\n\nWhile the venues and audiences may vary\, every Dolphin Tank shares these core elements: \n\n\n\n\nEntrepreneurs and their companies are selected via an application process.\n\n\n\nPresenters deliver a three-minute pitch addressing a challenge or unique opportunity.\n\n\n\nSolutions\, connections\, strategies\, and opportunities for investment are crowdsourced from the audience.\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP Now\n\n\n\nApply to Pitch\n\n\n\n\nEvent Partners\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in partnerships or have any questions?\n\n\n\nEmail Rachel Rong\, Director of Community for Springboard Enterprises at rachel@springboardenterprises.org.
URL:https://sb.co/event/2026-dmv-dolphin-tank/
CATEGORIES:Dolphin Tank,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Springboard Enterprises":MAILTO:stephanie@punchteam.com
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