An Introduction to MIT’s “THE ENGINE”
On November 2, from 12:00 – 1:00, please join us for the first of a series of free monthly webinars focusing on critical resources for startup companies. Our first webinar will provide an overview of The Engine – a valuable resource for any Tough Tech startup. The Engine, built by MIT, is a venture firm that invests in early-stage companies solving the world’s biggest problems through the convergence of breakthrough science, engineering, and leadership. Their mission is to accelerate the path to market for Tough Tech companies by providing access to a unique combination of investment, infrastructure, and community. The Engine was conceived and created by MIT to address the unmet need for sustained support for startups with the potential to solve complex, existential challenges and make a material, positive impact on society. Propelled out of MIT in 2016, The Engine was designed as an “innovation orchard” where Tough Tech founders receive capital, knowledge, network connections, and access to specialized equipment they need to continue to discover and commercialize foundational, disruptive technology. The Engine’s focus is platform companies that eliminate the boundaries of innovation and serve as a catalyst for new fields, enabling our founders to drive meaningful forward progress for the world while also driving massive financial returns.
Stay tuned for the next webinar: December 7, 12:00 – 1:00: Angel Funding: The Down Low. This webinar, presented by angel investor Mike Panesis, will present who angel investors are, what they are looking for when they invest, and how to find the right angel investors for your company.