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Year-Round Program Includes Demo Day at NBA All-Star Weekend in Partnership with SportTechie.
Charlotte, NC. (October 22, 2018) – Building on the success of the previous four years, TPG Sports Group has expanded its program significantly to continue its commitment to enhancing sports innovation. In its evolution, Sports Tank Innovation Studio will provide a year-round development platform offering mentorship, resources and exposure to sports technology startups.
Designed as an ongoing initiative, Sports Tank Innovation Studio will help startups achieve breakthrough growth by focusing on three key areas:
– Exposure: Showcasing Startup Companies at our NBA All-Star Weekend Demo Day
– Resources: Connecting Startups with Influencers, Investors & Industry Experts
– Mentorship: Hands on Advising and Bootcamp Style Training Retreat
A major highlight of the program includes the Sports Tank Innovation Studio Demo Day which will take place during NBA All-Star Weekend in Charlotte, NC. TPG is excited to partner with SportTechie, the world’s leading resource devoted to the intersection of sports and technology. At this invite-only event, participants will gain access and exposure to the sports industry’s biggest executives, athletes, brands and investors.
As a key partner of Demo Day, SportTechie will provide industry programing to the event. SportTechie CEO, Taylor Bloom, will facilitate an insightful discussion with a special guest soon to be announced.
In addition to exposure, startups will be provided with hands-on advising and consulting on business development, partnerships and market strategy. Program participants will receive monthly mentorship in addition to an intensive boot camp retreat at the culmination of year one in Charlotte, NC. Companies will also have access to the Sports Tank network of investors, industry executives and events. Business development will be supported by connecting and exposing startups to influencers (industry experts, athletes) who align with a shared vision.
Startups of any stage and geographic location are strongly encouraged to apply. The deadline to apply is December 15, 2018. Startups will be selected January 2019 and will not have to relocate to participate in the program.
For additional information and to apply for Sports Tank Innovation Studio visit http://tpgsportsgroup.com/sportstank/.
Contact Charlie Wend at (980) 245-2610 or at info@tpgsportsgroup.com
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