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Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking to break into the market or a healthcare leader aiming to stay ahead of emerging trends, this Sound Bytes event by Technology Venture Studio promises valuable perspectives and actionable takeaways.

Husch Blackwell’s Anna Schroer will join the panel in Kansas City on June 11, sharing her insights on topics such as healthcare licensing challenges, regulatory considerations, financial drivers in a patient-centered industry, innovation, and operational hurdles in patient-facing facilities and health tech platforms.

🔗 Learn more and register here.

From Concept to Clinic: Lessons in Commercializing Health Tech Breaking into healthcare? Learn from those who’ve done it—founders & experts reveal how to navigate, partner & scale in health tech.

Calling all tech enthusiasts, creatives, entrepreneurs, and innovators in KC! We’re honored to announce that Husch Blackwell is a finalist for the Innovation Enabler Award from the Keystone Innovation District. This award recognizes a corporation that has supported and enabled innovation through resources, mentorship, or entrepreneurial engagement.

Learn more about the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/keystone-sessions-june-4th-the-keystone-awards-celebration-tickets-1353864287529?aff=oddtdtcreator

Keystone Sessions // June 4th - The Keystone Awards Celebration A weekly networking event focused on innovation, education & entrepreneurship - featuring 3 unique topics & inspiring speakers.

Are you a bold, leading-edge thinker focused on innovating project ex*****on? Black & Veatch is looking for infrastructure-focused startups developing technologies to improve efficiency through process innovation and digital disruption, resulting in greater efficiencies and productivity in the industry.

The BV IgniteX Sustainable Infrastructure Accelerator is a 12-week, primarily virtual program, for startups developing innovative project ex*****on solutions. Selected program participants are partnered with the team of experts to co-develop, pilot and market their new technology.

🚨 Applications are due by June 8, 2025. After the 2025 cohort is announced, the 12 week BV IgniteX Sustainable Infrastructure Accelerator Program will start on July 28, include an in-person Kick-off August 12-13, and culminate with an in-person showcase on October 28. The entrepreneurs will present their solutions, outlining their value proposition and market opportunity.

Learn more and apply here!

BV IgniteX Program BV IgniteX® is a DOE EPIC Prize-recognized 12-week, primarily virtual, cohort program designed to empower start-ups offering scalable solutions for critical human infrastructure.

Husch Blackwell’s JP Barker and Caleb Hunt are presenting a Lunch and Learn at efactory in Springfield, MO, on May 22: "Navigating the Legal Maze of AI: Business Perils of Evolving Technology." Learn how to navigate the complex legal landscape surrounding AI adoption while safeguarding your business from potential disputes and compliance issues.

Navigating the Legal Maze of AI: Business Perils of Evolving Technology | efactory As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to revolutionize industries, it also brings unique legal challenges that can impact your business. Learn how to

Husch Blackwell is proud to support Boulder Startup Week again this year! 🚀 Join Braden O'Brien, Owen Davis, Tessa Carberry, and Maddie Kincaid for "Protect, Scale, and Succeed: Legal Essentials for Growing Your Startups" on May 12 from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. MDT.

Then, connect with our attorneys at the Kickoff Party from 5:00 to 7:00 PM for great conversations, refreshments, and the opportunity to meet like-minded individuals passionate about driving change and building the future.

More details: https://boulderstartupweek2025.sched.com/event/21Vev

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We are proud to join Milky Way Tech Hub, a leading organization committed to building a tech ecosystem grounded in equity, as its newest corporate member.

“Milwaukee is a city of innovation and entrepreneurial energy,” said Heather Ehlers, an intellectual property attorney at Husch Blackwell. “We’re excited to work with Milky Way Tech Hub to help founders understand how to protect their ideas and grow responsibly.”

Read more: https://wisconsintechnologycouncil.com/husch-blackwells-new-corporate-membership-with-milky-way-tech-hub-aims-to-empower-local-entrepreneurs/

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Join attorney Adam Royal on Wednesday, April 16, at Capital Factory in Austin, Texas for an incredible gathering of thought leaders and innovators sharing their knowledge and experiences about the intersection of AI, law, and healthcare.

💡 Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights! Learn more here: https://www.healthtechaustin.com/april-2025

We're excited for Catarina Colón's presentation during Women's Entrepreneurship Week (WEW), organized by She Stands Tall! Catarina will discuss strategies for building inclusive workplaces to retain talent, crafting equitable hiring practices, and fostering diverse leadership pipelines.

WEW is scheduled for May 5–9, 2025, and will be hosted at the Milwaukee Central Library. ➡️ https://shestandstallmke.com/event/making-diversity-a-priority-from-the-start/

Missouri’s Proposition A is set to bring significant changes for employers with 15 or more employees, including minimum wage increases and mandatory paid sick leave—but with ongoing legal challenges, uncertainty remains. Join Allison Minicky on April 7, 2025, for an informative where she’ll break down what small business owners need to know now to stay compliant and prepared.

Stay ahead of the changes—register now to protect your business and plan for the future!

Webinar: Is Your Business Ready for Proposition A? | efactory Missouri’s Proposition A is set to bring significant changes for employers with 15 or more employees, including minimum wage increases and mandatory paid sick

Excited for ? So are we! Husch Blackwell is proud to support this incredible week of innovation and tech. Here's where you'll find us:

✨ Monday, March 31: Kickoff & AI 25 with Samuel Brittingham at America's Center Convention Complex
✨ Tuesday, April 1: Samantha Sweet judging the Startup World Cup IoT / Manufacturing Pitch Competition at Rung for Women
✨ Wednesday, April 2: Nick Scholz introducing (VJ) Vijaykumar Jangamashetti, Senior Google Cloud Consulting Architect, at the Startup World Cup Fintech Pitch Competition at The Post Building

Tech STL, see you there!

STL TechWeek - TechSTL TechSTL is hosting the 3rd Annual STL TechWeek in St. Louis on March 31 - April 4 with 10 innovation tracks and over 250 industry experts. Apply to speak or host an event.

Join Husch Blackwell attorney Gabriel Riekhof and startup founders as they discuss the framework and important fundamentals of the Equity:Control issue and hear from founders on their experiences managing a formula that worked for them.

This is one topic that encompasses so many when raising capital and you will not want to miss! 🔗 Reserve a spot!

Sound Bytes: Managing Equity & Control Learn how to raise capital, structure equity, and protect control of your startup in this founder-focused panel discussion.

Kansas City is rolling out the red carpet for fresh talent and bold ideas—and the newly launched New2KC initiative is here to ensure newcomers don’t just land in KC but thrive. Join Startland News for an afternoon of conversation and connection as they explore how New2KC is bridging the gap for professionals, founders, and investors looking to build meaningful careers and companies in Kansas City.

📍 Where: Spark Coworking
📅 When: February 20, 3:30 - 5 p.m.

Register: https://startland-news.ticketleap.com/innovation-exchange-new2kc/

Innovation Exchange: Welcoming a New Era of Kansas City Talent Kansas City is rolling out the red carpet for fresh talent and bold ideas — and the newly launched New2KC initiative is here to make sure newcomers don’t just land in KC, but thrive here. Join Startland News for an afternoon of conversation and connection as we explore how New2KC is bridging the...