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Climate-KIC Start-Ups Raise €59 Million in External Funding
Investment highlights increased trend for investor engagement in a more diverse range of "Cleantech 2.0" technologies; 45 start-ups are latest success stories of Climate-KIC’s unique Accelerator; now supporting over 120 cleantech start-ups in Europe every year; Climate-KIC’s 2014 Venture Competition later in October will recognise the rising stars of European cleantech. - October 02, 2014 - Climate-KIC
venVelo Wins “2014 Tech Investor of the Year” Award
venVelo, an early-stage venture fund, has been named “2014 Tech Investor of the Year” by the Metro Orlando Economic Development Commission (EDC). - October 01, 2014 - venVelo LLC
Clinical Network Services (CNS) and Ventac Partners Sign Cooperative Partnership
Clinical Network Services (CNS) an integrated service consultancy focused on product development and Ventac Partners, a life science consulting firm, today announced that they have signed a cooperative partnership agreement to provide joint service offerings in the biotech and pharma sectors in fundraising, company evolution and drug development. The partnership pools the corporate expertise of Ventac Partners with the regulatory expertise of CNS and expands the geographical reach of both. - September 22, 2014 - Ventac Partners
FDA Approves PleximmuneTM for Personalized Prediction of Transplant Rejection in Children
Today the FDA announced approval of PleximmuneTM, a blood test from the Pittsburgh-based biotech company Plexision. This test predicts acute cellular rejection of transplanted livers and intestines in children. PleximmuneTM is a first-in-class test to determine a personalized rejection-risk index... - September 11, 2014 - Plexision
Climate-KIC’s US Start-Up Tour Gives Europe’s Brightest Cleantech Start-Ups a Crash Course in Entrepreneurship
The Start-up Tour to Silicon Valley and the Boston area plays a crucial role in the growth of a global community of cleantech entrepreneurs and innovators and coincides with the release of Climate-KIC’s "Future of Cleantech" report which highlights new opportunities for investors and calls for greater cross border collaboration and "co-opetition" to help climate innovators and entrepreneurs reach their potential. - September 08, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Pet Insurance Really Does Pay: North America’s Top 10 Claims
Each September, the North American Pet Health Association (NAPHIA) celebrates Pet Health Insurance month, educating pet owners about the importance of insurance and how it works. This year, the organization is driving home the message that being insured really does pay by sharing NAPHIA... - September 05, 2014 - NAPHIA - North American Pet Health Insurance Association
LockeBridge Advises UTEC Constructors Corp. on Sale to FR Utility
LockeBridge, a Boston based investment bank focused on mergers, acquisitions, capital raises and valuations announced today that it has acted as the exclusive advisor to UTEC Constructors Corporation on its sale to FR Utility Services. - August 10, 2014 - LockeBridge Capital Partners
It’s What’s Inside That Counts: NAPHIA Releases Industry Insiders’ Report
The North American Pet Health Industry Association (NAPHIA) has just released its first-ever Industry Insiders’ Report, with data gathered from key players in the pet health insurance industry. “For those outside pet health insurance, this report has incredible value because it... - July 17, 2014 - NAPHIA - North American Pet Health Insurance Association
venVelo Announces Its Economic Impact in Florida
venVelo's nine current portfolio companies now employ over 100 people full time in Florida, a figure is set to double over the next 18 months. - July 08, 2014 - venVelo LLC
Climate-KIC Champions Multidisciplinary Approach at the Start of Europe’s Biggest Climate Change Summer School
Nearly 300 students from 40 countries, representing 71 disciplines, will today embark on Europe’s largest climate change education programme – the Climate-KIC summer school. The five week-long course will offer a unique combination of academic study and real-world business experience with the aim of creating the climate change leaders of tomorrow. - July 07, 2014 - Climate-KIC
European Urban Public Transport Energy Efficiency Competition Launched in Berlin
Climate-KIC, the EU’s main climate innovation initiative, and Berlin’s public transport company BVG have teamed up for the Open Innovation Slam 2014 competition. - July 03, 2014 - Climate-KIC
VisionQuest Clients Love the Durham Bulls
VisionQuest Wealth Management continues with its annual Durham Bulls Outing. - June 28, 2014 - VisionQuest Wealth Management
EU Climate Innovation Initiative Climate-KIC Kicks-Off First Activities in Sweden at Chalmers University of Technology
Climate-KIC, the EU’s main climate innovation initiative, is set to kick-off its activities in Sweden this week with a conference at Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg. Climate-KIC’s expansion into Sweden comes as it is scaling up its presence across Europe this year. The organisation has recently unveiled a series of new climate change related innovation programmes worth over €100 million. - June 10, 2014 - Climate-KIC
New Developments in Europe’s Transition to a Low-Carbon Economy to be Highlighted on World Environment Day in Brussels
Climate-KIC, the EU’s main climate innovation initiative, will highlight new developments in Europe’s on-going transition to a low-carbon economy on World Environment Day, 5 June, in Brussels this week. A Climate-KIC delegation will discuss innovative technologies and new opportunities for European collaboration to confront the climate change challenge in a series of roundtable discussions and workshops. - June 04, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Climate-KIC Launches Europe’s Largest Cleantech Idea Competition
Climate-KIC, the EU’s main climate innovation initiative, has kicked-off Europe’s largest business idea competition, CleanLaunchpad. Aspiring entrepreneurs across ten European countries will compete for three places in the world’s largest climate-specific start-up accelerator,... - June 03, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Multi-Million Dollar Low-Carbon Investment Programmes to be Coordinated in Europe
Climate-KIC, the European Union’s main climate innovation initiative, and the Lower Silesia region in Poland will coordinate their multi-million dollar investment programmes to support the transition to a low-carbon economy. Climate-KIC has announced a ground-breaking agreement with the... - May 29, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Visionary Pioneers in the HEMP Industry Are Converging at “The HempZone", Being Held “Inside” The Rockies Venture Club Cannabis Capital Summit in Denver on May 29, 2014
The HempZone is being held in Colorado, the Cannabis Capital of the World: Since March 1st, more than several dozen farmers have registered and begun planting Hemp as part of the Colorado Department of Agriculture federally approved program. With the industrial HEMP market taking off, the HempZone, (a unique venue being held "inside" the Rockies Venture Club Cannabis Capital Summit) will showcase the experts, educators, entrepreneurs, and companies leading the commercial charge in Colorado! - May 29, 2014 - Ensemble Ventures, LLC
Pet Health Insurance Professionals Attend DC Summit
Summit is the one time each year you’ll find the top dogs in pet health insurance all in the same room. Add in the coolest cats in marketing from other key industries, and you’ve got a powerful pack charged with all the news you need to know about this growing field. This year’s... - May 28, 2014 - NAPHIA - North American Pet Health Insurance Association
New Healthcare Venture Fund to be Announced by Two Colorado Companies at "The HempZone," at the Rockies Venture Club Cannabis Capital Summit in Denver on May 29, 2014
Today, Mike Schmidt (of Ensemble Ventures, LLC., located in Colorado Springs, CO) and Sean Murphy (of Miracle Ventures, LLC., located in Denver, CO) announced their plans to create an Alternative and Complementary Healthcare Fund called the “Miracle Fund" to develop innovative... - May 28, 2014 - Ensemble Ventures, LLC
Climate-KIC Commences Israel Tour for Cleantech Entrepreneurs
12 of Europe’s most promising cleantech start-ups to explore business opportunities in one of world’s biggest hotbeds for climate innovation. - May 22, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Over €100 Million for Climate Change Innovation Programmes Announced in Europe
Climate-KIC to unveil multimillion investment for long-term programmes at European Business Summit. - May 14, 2014 - Climate-KIC
A Day at the Races for VisionQuest
A gathering for the Kentucky Derby that was also a charity event. - May 10, 2014 - VisionQuest Wealth Management
Hawk Trade Atkinson to Accelerate Regenoderm Human Trials
Hawk Trade says that Christopher Atkinson, who recently joined the advisory board at Gerontology Solutions has begun acceleration of trial for a key therapy. - April 20, 2014 - Hawk Trade
Major Efforts to Mitigate Climate Change Well Under Way in Europe
Responding to the UN report on climate change mitigation, European innovators working across a range of climate innovation disciplines are stressing that major efforts are well under way in Europe. - April 15, 2014 - Climate-KIC
EU Climate Innovation Chief Executive: Private, Public and Academic Sectors Need to Come Together
Mary Ritter, CEO of the EU's main climate innovation initiative Climate-KIC, calls for greater collaboration between the private, public and academic sectors to develop new solutions to stop further climate change. - April 15, 2014 - Climate-KIC
UnikHomes US$30m Real Estate Expansion with Funding Arranged by Asia Pacific Investment House is Positive News for Silicon Valley Housing Market
Asia Pacific Investment House (APIH) as Lead Funding Arranger, announces new US$30m offshore, direct real estate investment opportunity open to non-US-based Investors. In 2013 in Phase 1 of its Corporate Expansion Programme, following many years successfully designing and building luxury bespoke... - April 10, 2014 - Asia Pacific Investment House (APIH)
Hawk Trade to Grant Further Funds for Hip Joint Breakthrough
Hawk Trade portfolio standout Nanotec Industries has been granted additional funds to develop a lifetime hip replacement unit. - April 06, 2014 - Hawk Trade
Hawk Trade Reports Nanotec Industries Unveils Patient Monitoring Technology
Nanotec Industries has unveiled a new nano-based technology that could revolutionize the way in which medical patients are monitored. - April 04, 2014 - Hawk Trade
Joint EU-China Climate Statement: Chief Executive of EU Climate Initiative Responds
The CEO of Europe's main climate innovation initiative, Climate-KIC, has announced that her organisation has prioritised the development of practical collaboration with China, following a joint declaration by the leaders of the EU and China. - April 04, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Climate-KIC Innovators Respond to IPCC Climate Change Report
Climate-KIC innovators have responded to the release of this week's IPCC climate change report by highlighting the business opportunities of climate adaptation, in addition to mitigation. - April 03, 2014 - Climate-KIC
European Union Launches Nordic Climate Innovation Centre
In a major push for a cleaner economy, the EU commissioner for Climate Action, has opened a new Nordic centre for Europe’s main climate innovation initiative, Climate-KIC. - April 02, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Hawk Trade Secures Funding and Development Capital for Nanotec Industries
Nanotec Industries successfully negotiates funding for development of nano-sized treatment and imaging delivery device facility through Hawk Trade. - April 02, 2014 - Hawk Trade
Hawk Trade Secures Seed Capital for Gerontology Solutions
Gerontology Solutions has won substantial development funding after delighting investors with exceptional results from animal testing of new treatment. - March 30, 2014 - Hawk Trade
Hawk Trade to Provide Further Development Funding
Hawk Trade will provide additional development capital to top performer to build on its counter-senescence product and solution portfolio. - March 28, 2014 - Hawk Trade
Climate Innovation Initiative to Scale Up Efforts Throughout 2014, Receives €63M EU Boost
The European Union’s main climate innovation initiative Climate-KIC has stepped up its efforts in 2014 to leverage the combined strength of Europe’s top businesses, scientists and policy makers to manage the impact of global warming and stop further climate change. - March 22, 2014 - Climate-KIC
The EU Needs to Leverage Its Energy Efficiency Expertise to Compete Globally, Says Climate-KIC CEO
Speaking at the European Parliament, CEO Mary Ritter of the EU's main climate innovation initiative said Europe needs to leverage its combined expertise on climate change mitigation and adaptation to compete globally on energy efficiency. - March 21, 2014 - Climate-KIC
EU Initiative Climate-KIC and Regional Innovation Network ERRIN to Collaborate
The EU’s main climate innovation initiative Climate-KIC and regional research and innovation network ERRIN have signed a memorandum of understanding at the Committee of the Regions, agreeing to develop joint activities and share information. - March 21, 2014 - Climate-KIC
venVelo, Central Florida’s Most Active Early-Stage Investment Fund, Closes Another Round
venVelo, a multi-million dollar early-stage investment fund in Winter Park, Florida, announced today that is has closed a new round of financing. “What has distinguished venVelo is its proven ability to make good decisions quickly and then leverage the skills and talents of our Board to... - March 21, 2014 - venVelo LLC
Liquor Converter, BBQ Logs Win €20K Prizes at UK Innovation Showcase
British clean-tech start-ups have won prizes worth €20.000 each this month in an award-scheme supported by the EU’s main climate innovation initiative, Climate-KIC. - February 22, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Prince Charles Awards OBE to Climate Change Executive at Buckingham Palace Ceremony
Mary Ritter, Chief Executive Officer of the European Union’s main climate innovation initiative Climate-KIC, was presented with an OBE for services to scientific research and innovation by Prince Charles at Buckingham Palace, coinciding with a series of extreme weather events across the UK. - February 16, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Major Breakthrough in Prediction of Financial Damage as a Result of Natural Catastrophes
New predictive technologies have been developed in what is hailed as the most significant development in the modelling of financial losses as a result of natural catastrophes for 20 years. - February 08, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Scandinavia Joins European Union's Main Climate Innovation Initiative
The EU commissioner for Climate Action will open Climate-KIC's new Denmark-based centre on 7 February 2014, allowing Nordic start-up entrepreneurs, businesses, climate professionals, students and government officials to join the European partnership to work on climate change adaptation and mitigation solutions. - January 29, 2014 - Climate-KIC
VisionQuest Wealth Management Welcomes Steve Laska to the Firm
VisionQuest Wealth Management, a Raleigh-based wealth management firm serving as a personal CFO to individuals, families and business-owners is pleased to welcome Steven M. Laska as its new President and Chief Investment Officer. Mr. Laska is a proven financial services professional and leader... - January 23, 2014 - VisionQuest Wealth Management
Queen Recognises CEO of Europe's Main Climate Innovation Initiative with OBE
The Chief Executive Officer of the EU's main climate innovation initiative has been awarded an OBE for services to scientific research and innovation by Queen Elizabeth II. - January 10, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Boutique Wealth Management Firm Plays Santa
VisionQuest, a Raleigh NC based boutique wealth management firm, recently held its Annual Holiday Party and Toy Drive. - January 04, 2014 - VisionQuest Wealth Management
Solar Start-Up Helps Power Refugee Camps in Syria
A start-up supported by Climate-KIC, the EU's main climate innovation initiative, is helping to supply Syrian refugees with solar-based light and power this winter. Access to light and power is critical for refugees in Syria, where seven million are estimated to have fled their homes because of... - December 21, 2013 - Climate-KIC
European Start-Ups Dominate Global Clean-Tech Oscars
European start-ups have dominated this year’s Cleantech Open Gobal Ideas Competition in Silicon Valley last month. All three winning start-ups are supported by Climate-KIC, the European Union’s main climate innovation initiative. - December 13, 2013 - Climate-KIC
Public Startup Company Receives Informal Inquiry Notice from Securities and Exchange Commission to Verify Compliance with SEC Rule 506(c) in JOBS Act General Solicitation
Public Startup Company, Inc., a Nevada Corporation formed in 2012 to build Internet technology and services relating to the JOBS Act, including crowdfunding and public, peer-to-peer cyber finance using forensic social media, has received a notice from the Securities and Exchange Commission that the SEC is conducting an informal inquiry into possible violations of federal securities law by the company or its Co-Founder, Jason Coombs. The company is cooperating with the inquiry. - December 10, 2013 - Public Startup Company, Inc.
Volocopter Start-Up Raises €1.2M, Breaks European Crowdfunding Record
E-volo’s Volocopter – supported by Climate-KIC, the EU’s main climate innovation initiative - is safer, simpler, and cleaner than normal helicopters. Instead of one combustion engine, eighteen electrically driven rotors propel it. - December 08, 2013 - Climate-KIC
First Students Graduate from European Climate-Change Innovation Master’s Programme
The first group of graduates from a new pan-European climate-change innovation master’s programme are being awarded their degrees this year. The programme provides a new generation of students with the skills to bring climate innovations to market. - December 06, 2013 - Climate-KIC