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Book Club #3: “Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore” by Robin Sloan
Posted Yesterday
tl;dr - Last Friday, a book club met in person for the third time - They read a book called "Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore" - The book is about a man who works at a bookstore that has a secret club and a mystery to solve - The book club liked the book and gave it 4 out of 5 stars, and they will be reading a new book called "Player Piano" at their next meeting on February 21st.
Monday Mix: NC IDEA Talks Grants, LiLa Talks Investing, and Even More Talks
Posted Yesterday
tl;dr - Startups are always busy and it's even harder to keep up with important things now - We have a "Monday Mix" that tells you about events and deadlines in the Triangle and Wilmington areas - There are links to events like webinars and workshops - You can also check out a community calendar to find more events and deadlines.
Raleigh’s InviteJet Brings Brand Marketing Straight To Your Calendar
Posted Thursday
tl;dr - A company called InviteJet helps other companies advertise their products through people's calendars - The founders of InviteJet, Paul Davis and Brian Watson, came up with the idea when they realized that emails were not a very effective way to advertise - Their idea was successful and they are now outperforming emails in terms of getting people to buy things - InviteJet is still a small company, but they are growing quickly and have even been featured on a TV show called Shark Tank.
Raleigh’s InviteJet Brings Brand Marketing Straight To Your Calendar
Posted Thursday
tl;dr - InviteJet is a company that helps other companies reach customers through their calendars instead of email. - The founders, Paul Davis and Brian Watson, found success with this idea when they used it to sell their own product in 2019. - Their calendar invites have higher open rates and click-through rates than emails, and they are more targeted to customers' habits. - The company is growing quickly and has been recognized by business experts.
In The Soup: Building in Stealth vs. Building in Public
Posted January 8, 2025
tl;dr - "In The Soup" is a show about start-up companies in North Carolina. - The latest episode talks about the ways companies can start their business. - Two entrepreneurs from the Triangle area share their experiences and opinions on starting in secret or in public. - The episode is sponsored by Milan PR and you can listen to it on The GrepBeat Podcast.
Simplified Shipping: Cary Startup Deliveri Helps Small Businesses Ship Overseas
Posted January 7, 2025
tl;dr - Popular websites like Shopify and Etsy help small businesses sell things all over the world - A new company called Deliveri wants to help these small businesses save money on shipping and make it easier for them to sell internationally - Deliveri was started by a man named Jason Brown who saw how hard it was for small businesses to sell things overseas - Deliveri offers tools to help small businesses create their own shipping labels, track packages, and build trust with their customers
New Year’s Resolutions! Ecosystem Figures Weigh In With 2025 Goals
Posted January 7, 2025
tl;dr - People have different opinions on when it's too late to say "Happy New Year" - Some people are overthinking it - Some people have resolutions for the new year, like improving their work or learning new things - Everyone should have a hobby and balance their personal life, family, and work.
Monday Mix: A Week of New Growth for the New Year
Posted January 6, 2025
tl;dr - The GrepBeat Podcast shares stories and news from the Triangle and Wilmington tech communities - They have a weekly "Monday Mix" segment to keep people informed about upcoming events and deadlines - They have links to events happening in both the Triangle and Wilmington areas - They also have a community calendar for even more events and a song recommendation at the end of each episode.
Friday Nooner: An Old Friend Joins For Holiday Fun In The Nooner’s *Series* Finale
Posted December 20, 2024
tl;dr - The Friday Nooner show is back for one last episode this week. - There will be more podcast and show content in 2025, but this version of the Nooner is ending. - The final episode has holiday cheer, old friends, and trivia. - You can watch the full episode on LinkedIn, Facebook, or YouTube.
Get the Purrfect Smile: A Duke-Grown Startup’s Mission to Save Your Pet’s Teeth
Posted December 19, 2024
tl;dr - Dental disease is common in pets. - Many pets don't show signs of dental disease, so it's important for owners to take care of their pet's teeth. - Two friends created a product called Dr. Milou to help prevent dental disease in pets. - They also want to make an app to help pet owners take care of their pet's teeth and build a stronger bond with them.