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We are excited to announce our 6th annual Newark Tech Week!
About this event
This week-long city-wide activation not only highlights the innovation of our city, but also showcases the amazing tech startups & businesses that thrive here. We bring in 1000+ attendees every year from the New York metropolitan area.
Newark Tech Week is a well-rounded experience for all levels of tech professionals & tech-adjacent businesses. We collaborate with over 20 organizations & host various amazing activations.
This year we will be hosting these events:
Newark Tech Summit
Dec 6th @ 5PM EST | 35 Treat Place, Nwk, NJ
THE NEWARK TECH SUMMIT is an annual event dedicated to highlighting key changemakers in the City of Newark in the civic, entrepreneurial, & corporate arenas.
During this summit we will host a variety of speakers from distinguished businesses & organizations in the city, a panel geared towards the discussion of tech evolution in the face of endless change, & an intimate convo with powerhouse tech organizations.
Invest Newark's City Broadband Vendor Expo
Dec 7th @ 9AM EST | NJIT: 184-198 Central Avenue, Nwk, NJ
Invest Newark is looking for your business to assist the City of Newark & Newark Fiber over the next two years.
Join us to learn how you can be a part of growing broadband throughout the city & assist with Smart City initiatives.
Apply to be a Vendor with the City of Newark & Invest Newark.
AGENDA:
8:30 AM - Registration & Light Breakfast
9:00 AM - Program:
- Invest Newark
- Office of Information Technology, City of Newark
- Newark Fiber Technical Partners
- GigXero
- Avatar
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Vendor Applications & Technical Assistance Expo
TechUnited's Holiday Innovation Evening at NJIT
Dec 7th @ 5PM EST | 211 Warren St, Nwk, NJ
The program will kick off with a welcome from TechUnited CEO & three startup presentations - all companies making an impact on our communities in various ways. After the presentations, there will be a fireside chat on the impact of large corporations in the community & how technology & innovation play a role in facilitating change & growth. We'll also be announcing an exciting Newark-focused activation at the event with Audible!
**The event is indoors & for fully vaccinated folks only with safety measures in place to ensure a comfortable environment for all. **
*This is a partnered event with Tech United*
Women In Tech
Dec 8th @ 5PM EST | Zoom & FB Live
WOMEN IN TECH is our annual even dedicated to uplifting & spotlight trailblazers & change-makers who define themselves as dedicated women to their prospective areas within the vast field of technology. This year we will be going virtual!
This event was created with everyone in mind, because true growth can happen anywhere & can stem from anyone. Women led startups out-profit most male lead startups & this is your opportunity to learn how to build your work ethic & gain tips from genius business professionals.
Partnering with Universities: The Ins & Outs of Academic Entrepreneurship
Dec 8th @ 6PM EST | 211 Warren St, Nwk, NJ
NJIT will be hosting an amazing series informing business professionals about the different ways they can partner with NJIT to produce their startup. You will be engaging speaks who will discuss three different programs:
The Entrepreneur in Residence Fellowship
The NJIT Venture Fund
A new & improved standard IP Licensing doc
*This is a partnered event with NJII*
60 Minute Seminars: How To Build An App With No Tools
Dec 10th @ 6PM EST | Zoom & FB Live
Yes, no coding experience required. Join us for this virtual class! All you need is a phone & your brilliant mind!
*This is a partnered event with NJII*
FRIYAY NERD PARTY
Dec 10th @ 7:30PM EST | 89 Market Street, Nwk, NJ
FRIYAY Nerd Party is our final gift to attendees. The event was created to provide a well-rounded experience for our attendees.
We will have the ULTIMATE SMASH BROS TOURNAMENT, party games, fun prizes, snacks, & so much more!
PRESENTING SPONSOR
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Invest Newark propels the city's strong & diverse economy, builds vibrant communities, & creates opportunities for all Newarkers.
They are a dedicated team of expert planners, economists, & innovators who are driven to insure all Newarkers have the resources to thrive. Invest Newark is not a typical development agency; they go above & beyond to support smaller minority businesses, invest in world class internet service, to maintain intense focus on equity & sustainability.
BRONZE SPONSOR
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The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) grows the state's economy & increases equitable access to opportunity by supporting high-quality job creation, catalyzing investment, & fostering vibrant, inclusive community development. NJEDA works in partnership with a diverse range of stakeholders to implement programs & initiatives that improve quality of life, enhance economic vitality, & strengthen New Jersey's long-term economic competitiveness.
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