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SUMMARY:The Value of Your Voice by Terri Bailey
DESCRIPTION:Discover how your voice can inspire change and make a real impact in everyday life!\n\n\nThe Value of Your Story: 6 Key Elements That Help You Identify and Define Your Self-Worth and the Value You Bring to the WorldThe Value of Your Story is a 90-minute Writing to Heal workshop presented by Terri Bailey\, designed to help participants reconnect with their self-worth\, reclaim their personal narrative\, and articulate the value they bring to the world. \nBy the end of the session\, participants leave with a renewed sense of clarity\, compassion for themselves\, and a short personal statement or “pitch” that honors their story\, strengths\, and lived experience
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/the-value-of-your-voice-by-terri-bailey/
LOCATION:Blount Hall\, 530 West University Avenue\, Gainesville\, FL 32601\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, US
CATEGORIES:CIED
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SUMMARY:meetGNV - March Happy Hour with Working Food Community Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an amazing tour with our friends at Working Food Community Center followed by a happy hour at\n\n\nJoin us for meetGNV on March 24th at the Working Food Community Center for an evening of connection\, community\, and local discovery! We’ll start with a guided tour of the space\, learning more about how Working Food supports the local community growing food\, knowledge\, and opportunity in North Central Florida. \nAfter the tour\, stick around to connect with fellow attendees in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. We’ll head next door to Serpentine Plants + Provisions for a casual happy hour where you can continue the conversation over drinks. \nCome meet new people\, explore an incredible local organization\, and enjoy a great evening with the meetGNV community. We can’t wait to see you there! 🍻
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/meetgnv-march-happy-hour-with-working-food-community-center/
LOCATION:Working Food Community Center\, 219 Northwest 10th Avenue\, Gainesville\, FL 32601\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, US
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SUMMARY:startGNV Grad/PostDoc Monthly Meetup
DESCRIPTION:A casual meetup for graduate students from across disciplines for conversation\, connection\, and community.\n\n\nJoin the startGNV Grad/PostDoc monthly meetup!\nLooking to connect with fellow graduate students and postdocs outside your department?  \nJoin us for a relaxed evening of conversation and community-building.This monthly meetup brings together master’s\, doctoral students\, and postdocs from across disciplines to share ideas\, swap stories\, and build genuine connections beyond the lab or library.  \nWhether you’re navigating your first semester or wrapping up your postdoc\, you’ll find friendly faces and meaningful conversations.New to town or deep in research? Either way\, we’d love to see you there.
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/startgnv-grad-postdoc-monthly-meetup/
LOCATION:Cypress & Grove Brewing Company\, 1001 Northwest 4th Street\, Gainesville\, FL 32601\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, US
CATEGORIES:startGNV
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SUMMARY:CIED Venture Symposium IV
DESCRIPTION:Where preparation meets opportunity  – and luck favors the bold!\n\n\nJoin us for an exciting opportunity to engage with experts\, discover various funding sources\, and connect with local ventures through panel discussions\, workshops\, showcases and more! Lunch included. \n\n\n\nLearn why Alachua is a great place to launch your venture\nGet the answers you need during the Ask Me Anything session\nEngage with experts and peers through presentations\, panel discussions\, and more!\n\n \nStrengthening the community\, one venture at a time!
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/cied-venture-symposium-iv/
LOCATION:Blount Hall\, 530 West University Avenue\, Gainesville\, FL 32601\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, US
CATEGORIES:CIED
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SUMMARY:Top 10 Employment Matters with GrayRobinson (Lunch & Learn)
DESCRIPTION:Grab some lunch and get a birds-eye view of important employment matters for your company:Compliance with federal\, state\, and local lawAnti-discrimination\, harassment\, and retaliationWage and hour lawIndependent contractors versus employeesWorkers compensationEmployment forms and job descriptionsEmployee handbooks/employment policiesEmployment agreements and restrictive covenantsHiring practicesGeneral HR advice \nMeet the speaker:Patrick HunterHunter Patrick is an associate attorney in GrayRobinson’s Gainesville office\, concentrating his practice on labor and employment law. With a robust academic foundation and a dedication to the legal profession\, Hunter provides comprehensive counsel to employers across Florida.Hunter regularly defends public and private sector employers in arbitrations and state and federal litigation. He also represents public entities in administrative labor matters\, including bargaining unit clarification\, recertification\, and unfair labor practice charges.In addition to litigation\, Hunter advises employers on compliance with state and federal employment laws and assists with transactional matters\, such as drafting employee handbooks and employment agreements.Hunter’s commitment to delivering practical legal solutions ensures that his clients receive strategic guidance tailored to their unique needs.Our Sponsor: GrayRobinson“Thriving where opportunity and risk converge.GrayRobinson is a multidimensional team of professionals providing integrated legal\, lobbying\, and regulatory services to leading and emerging businesses\, state and local governments\, industry stakeholders\, and entrepreneurs nationwide. We are agile\, adaptable\, and fully embedded to deliver results at the local\, state\, and federal levels.We thrive where opportunity and risk converge. For us\, growing and protecting your enterprise is a collective endeavor that requires a diverse network of talent and a clarity of ideas to overcome constraints and harness forward momentum. Our strategies and approach go beyond the conventional. We’re focused on outcomes – not barriers – to help create possibilities\, cultivate conditions for optimal growth\, and build resilience to rapid change.Informed by the past\, with our eyes on your future.Grounded by more than fifty years of service and advocacy\, we are intimately connected to Florida’s dynamic economy. Our people have helped transform commerce and communities across the Sunshine State and our growing ecosystem of resources and relationships has expanded to our nation’s capital and beyond. We collaborate with clients nationally from 16 key markets in Florida and Washington\, D.C.Built on individual instincts\, shaped by shared experiences.Built on individual instincts and shaped by our shared experience\, we support and develop professionals who collaborate across service lines to strengthen strategic alliances\, tap meaningful spheres of influence\, and reframe critical conversations. We evolve alongside our clients in pursuit of new and different ways to help rewrite the future of business.”
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/top-10-employment-matters-with-grayrobinson-lunch-learn/
LOCATION:UF Innovate | The Hub\, 747 SW Second Avenue\, Gainesville\, FL 32607
CATEGORIES:UF Innovate
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SUMMARY:aiGNV Lunch Meetup: Trends\, Tools\, Real Use Cases
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a casual lunch meetup to dive into the latest trends\, tools\, and real-world use cases in AI.\n\n\nWelcome to the monthly AI for Business Meetup! \nPresented by startGNV & GNV.AI \nJoin us for the first AI for Business Lunch Meetup. It’ll be full of useful insight and real talk about how local businesses are putting AI to work today. Whether you’re a founder\, freelancer\, manager\, marketer\, or just AI-curious\, this meetup is a chance to connect with others in the Gainesville business and tech community who are testing\, building\, and learning in real-time. \nWe’ll kick things off with an opportunity to order lunch during an informal meet and greet at 11:30 am\, followed by a few short\, no-fluff presentations from local operators showing what they’re doing with AI tools and more—and how it’s affecting their workflows\, output\, and bottom line. Co-hosted by startGNV and GNV.AI\, this is your front-row seat to how generative AI is being applied right here in Gainesville and around North Central Florida. \nThere is plenty of parking. The meeting will be in the third-floor meeting room.
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/aignv-lunch-meetup-trends-tools-real-use-cases/
LOCATION:Las Carretas Mexican Restaurant Gainesville\, 3501 Southwest 2nd Avenue\, Gainesville\, FL 32607\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32607\, US
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SUMMARY:March Eye Opener Discovery Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we welcome Dr. Gregory M. Pontone for the March Eye Opener Discovery Breakfast .\n\n\nEye Opener Discovery Breakfast \nWednesday | March 11 \n7:30 AM \nUF Hilton | Shula’s Private Dining Room \nWe are delighted to welcome Dr. Greg Pontone\, Professor and Chief of Aging\, Behavioral\, and Cognitive Neurology at the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases and the University of Florida. Alzheimer’s disease is the leading cause of dementia worldwide\, yet how do we know when forgetting is just a mental hiccup or the beginning of a progressive\, incurable disease? Informed by decades of work studying and treating brain diseases in aging populations\, Dr. Pontone will tell the story of how new technologies are changing how and when we detect devastating brain diseases like Alzheimer’s. While early detection is a critical first step toward preventing dementia and other neurodegenerative conditions\, the current era has brought hope and anxiety in equal measure. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how UF is contributing to this new frontier in brain health.
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/march-eye-opener-discovery-breakfast/
LOCATION:Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville\, 1714 Southwest 34th Street\, Gainesville\, FL 32607\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32607\, US
CATEGORIES:UF EyeOpener Discovery
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SUMMARY:GatorPitch Jupiter (Pitch Event)
DESCRIPTION:This pitch event provides an opportunity to connect and network with fellow entrepreneurs and investors. Here is a tentative timeline:– ​​Networking: 5:30 to 6 PM– Program Begins: 6 PM– ​VC Panel: 6:10 PM– ​​Pitches and Awards: 6:45 to 7:45 PM– ​​Networking until 8:30 PM​Panelists:Evan Rachlin\, MD:Evan is the CoFounder and Managing Partner of Ascenta Capital. He previously served as a Managing Director at Blackstone Life Sciences and led strategy at Moderna\, supporting portfolio strategy and equity financings. He serves on multiple biotech company boards\, the Boston Children’s Hospital board\, and is a Harvard University and Harvard Medical School graduate.Steve Tregay\, PhD:Steve is a Managing General Partner at Mission BioCapital\, where he invests in therapeutics and platform technologies. He previously founded and led FORMA Therapeutics\, Co-Founded Compass Therapeutics\, and held leadership roles with the Novartis Venture Fund. Steve currently serves on boards and committees for LabCentral\, Harvard’s Blavatnik Biomedical Accelerator\, and the non-profit\, Life Science Cares.​George Voren\, PhD:George is the VP\, Founder of Strategy and Operations at Curie.Bio\, assisting founders with launching therapeutic companies. He previously held leadership roles at Relay Therapeutics and Vesalius Therapeutics after gaining experience as a scientist\, and later\, a venture associate.Jay Parrish\, PhD:Jay is a Venture Partner for ARCH Venture Partners\, where he invests in early-stage firms in life sciences\, physical sciences\, and information technology. He currently serves in leadership roles for Pretzel Therapeutics\, Lila Therapeutics\, Amplitude Therapeutics\, Magnet Biomedicine\, and Gate Bioscience. We would love to see you at The Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute for Biomedical Innovation & Technology on March 5th!Register to attend GatorPitch Jupiter here. (https://luma.com/tqod5qrm) 
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/gatorpitch-jupiter-pitch-event/
LOCATION:The Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute for Biomedical Innovation & Technology\, 120 Scripps Way\, Jupiter\, FL 33458\, USA
CATEGORIES:UF Innovate
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SUMMARY:Land Use and Zoning 101 For Buying or Leasing Business Space (Lunch & Learn)
DESCRIPTION:Learn basic legal aspects of land use and zoning\, how land use laws and zoning laws affect startup businesses and expanding businesses\, and basic land use due diligence before signing purchase contracts or lease agreements.This is a great opportunity to learn the basics of what you will need to know when buying land or leasing business space.Meet the speaker:Byron FlaggByron counsels landowners\, business entities\, individuals\, and local governments on land use\, zoning\, environmental\, regulatory\, conservation\, and real estate issues. Although having a statewide practice\, he is focused on North Central Florida\, based in GrayRobinson’s Gainesville office\, his hometown. Byron has additional experience as outside counsel to several Florida municipalities and nonprofit organizations\, advising on a variety of land use and coastal-related issues across the state of Florida.For more than 15 years\, Byron has advocated for his clients in all types of forums. He previously served as an assistant general counsel for the St. Johns River Water Management District handling Environmental Resource Permit matters\, and as a felony assistant state attorney in the Eighth Judicial Circuit handling numerous jury trials. He has litigated criminal and civil jury trials\, as well as a range of administrative hearings involving environmental\, land use\, property appraiser\, and code enforcement issues. More recently\, Byron served in a unique role as conservation land negotiator for Alachua County’s Office of Land Conservation and Management where he assisted in the administration of Alachua County’s taxpayer-funded land acquisition program Alachua County Forever. Sponsored by:GrayRobinsonGrayRobinson is a multidimensional team of professionals providing integrated legal\, lobbying\, and regulatory services to leading and emerging businesses\, state and local governments\, industry stakeholders\, and entrepreneurs nationwide. We are agile\, adaptable\, and fully embedded to deliver results at the local\, state\, and federal levels.We thrive where opportunity and risk converge. For us\, growing and protecting your enterprise is a collective endeavor that requires a diverse network of talent and a clarity of ideas to overcome constraints and harness forward momentum. Our strategies and approach go beyond the conventional. We’re focused on outcomes – not barriers – to help create possibilities\, cultivate conditions for optimal growth\, and build resilience to rapid change.Grounded by more than fifty years of service and advocacy\, we are intimately connected to Florida’s dynamic economy. Our people have helped transform commerce and communities across the Sunshine State and our growing ecosystem of resources and relationships has expanded to our nation’s capital and beyond. We collaborate with clients nationally from 16 key markets in Florida and Washington\, D.C.Built on individual instincts and shaped by our shared experience\, we support and develop professionals who collaborate across service lines to strengthen strategic alliances\, tap meaningful spheres of influence\, and reframe critical conversations. We evolve alongside our clients in pursuit of new and different ways to help rewrite the future of business.
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/land-use-and-zoning-101-for-buying-or-leasing-business-space-lunch-learn/
LOCATION:UF Innovate | The Hub\, 747 SW Second Avenue\, Gainesville\, FL 32607
CATEGORIES:UF Innovate
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T113000
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SUMMARY:UF Innovate | Accelerate @ Sid Martin Biotech's 30th Anniversary Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:UF Innovate | Accelerate @ Sid Martin Biotech’s 30th Anniversary Celebration Luncheon \n\n\n\nJoin us in honoring three decades of innovation\, entrepreneurship\, and community impact at one of the most awarded biotech incubators in the world. UF Innovate | Accelerate @ Sid Martin Biotech has been at the forefront of supporting biotech startups and growing the innovation economy in Florida and beyond. \n\n\n\nThis celebratory luncheon will bring together community leaders\, client and alumni companies\, and regional ecosystem champions to reflect on our legacy and look ahead to an even brighter future. \n\n\n\nRegistration: $100 per person – $40 supports new entrepreneurial programming. \n\n\n\nDate: Friday\, September 26\, 2025 \n\n\n\nTime: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM \n\n\n\nLocation: Rembert Farms\, 13014 NW 174th Ave\, Alachua\, FL 32615 \n\n\n\nEnjoy a special program\, networking\, and a delicious lunch in the company of those who have helped shape and support this extraordinary journey.
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/uf-innovate-accelerate-sid-martin-biotechs-30th-anniversary-luncheon/
LOCATION:Rembert Farms\, 13014 NW 174th Ave\, Alachua\, Florida\, 32615
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SUMMARY:Greater Gainesville Chamber Small Business Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Small businesses often feel that they are “alone in the fight.” But in actuality\, most small business owners are experiencing the same highs and lows. The small business support group is an opportunity for owners of businesses with 25 employees or less to come together and share ideas\, questions and experiences(maybe even a rant or two). We hope that you walk away from the group with a new support system and maybe even learn a few things that can help with your business development.
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/__trashed/
LOCATION:Greater Gainesville Chamber\, 300 E. University Ave\, Suite 100\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:2025 Economic Development Summit
DESCRIPTION:2025 Economic Development Summit  \n\n\n\nArts\, Entertainment & Athletics | Hosted by CIED Santa Fe College  CIED Santa Fe College Blount Hall – Gainesville\, FL  September 12\, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. \n\n\n\n  Registration: $249 (Lunch Included) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n➤Are you ready to explore how arts\, entertainment\, and athletics can fuel economic growth and community revitalization?   \n\n\n\n➤ Join us for the 2025 Economic Development Summit\, hosted by CIED Santa Fe College\, where visionaries\, community leaders\, and entrepreneurs will  gather to shape the future of our region. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n What to Expect: \n\n\n\n\nEngaging panel discussions and workshops on the economic impact of themed tours and entertainment-driven development.\n\n\n\nActionable insights for leveraging local talent\, history\, and creativity to boost tourism and economic opportunity.\n\n\n\nStrategic networking with industry professionals\, economic developers\, city leaders\, artists\, and business owners.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Special Celebrity Guests: \n\n\n\n\nKevin Kedgley – Actor from Netflix’s Stranger Things\n\n\n\nWendy Feliciano – Renowned prop designer and costumer….\n\n\n\n\nThey’ll share how themed entertainment tours are revitalizing small towns across America — and how your community can do the same. \n\n\n\nWorking alongside local entrepreneur James Coats\, who will serve as Moderator & Facilitator\, Kevin and Wendy will help attendees identify local assets — historic events\, famous figures\, or unique creative talents — and explore how to turn them into economic engines through themed experiences. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPurpose of the Summit: \n\n\n\nTo bring together economic development professionals from across the region to discuss strategic initiatives that impact our communities and promote sustainable\, long-term growth. \n\n\n\nReserve your seat today:  https://www.sfcollege.edu/econsummit \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more details\, contact:  \n\n\n\nSanta Fe College Economic Development TeamKenny Hedlund kenny.hedlund@sfcollege.edu 352-395-5856
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/2025-economic-development-summit/
LOCATION:530 W University Ave
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Alachua Chamber Monthly Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Alachua Chamber Monthly LuncheonJoin the Alachua Chamber of Commerce for our monthly luncheon\, where business leaders\, community members\, and entrepreneurs come together to connect\, learn\, and share ideas. Each month features engaging speakers\, valuable updates on community initiatives\, and opportunities to build lasting relationships with fellow members. \n\n\n\nCome enjoy lunch\, expand your network\, and stay informed on what’s happening in Alachua and beyond.The September presenter is Josh Carpenter\, President of SPEROS FL and VP & Chief Integration Officer of Moffitt Cancer Center
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/alachua-chamber-monthly-luncheon/
LOCATION:Alachua Women’s Club\, 14565 Main Street\, Alachua\, Florida\, 32615
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T200000
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SUMMARY:GenAI for Business September Meetup – Presented by startGNV & RAIZOR.co
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the monthly AI for Business Meetup! \n\n\n\nPresented by startGNV & RAIZOR @Starter Space (UF Innovate) \n\n\n\nJoin us for an evening of useful insight and real talk about how local businesses are putting AI to work today. Whether you’re a founder\, freelancer\, manager\, marketer\, or just AI-curious\, this meetup is a chance to connect with others in the Gainesville business and tech community who are testing\, building\, and learning in real-time. \n\n\n\nWe’ll kick things off with an informal meet and greet at 6pm followed by a few short\, no-fluff presentations from local operators showing what they’re doing with AI tools and more—and how it’s affecting their workflows\, output\, and bottom line. After that there will be an open Q&A and a final hour of networking. \n\n\n\nCo-hosted by startGNV\, RAIZOR\, and Starter Space\, this is your front-row seat to how generative AI is being applied right here in Gainesville and around North Central Florida. \n\n\n\n** NOTE: Doors close for this event at 6:20pm. There will be no late admission ** \n\n\n\nPARKING: Street & Visitor Spots in Lot G
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/genai-for-business-september-meetup-presented-by-startgnv-raizor-co/
CATEGORIES:startGNV
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T073000
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SUMMARY:UF Eye Opener Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the September Eye Opener Breakfast: “From Hurricanes to Home Games: UF’s Campus Safety Strategy”. From hurricane season to game day crowds\, managing safety and operations at the University of Florida is no small feat. Ever wonder how it all comes together behind the scenes? UF Police Chief Bart Knowles will give us an inside look at how the university prepares for and responds to major events—from weather emergencies to the logistics of hosting tens of thousands of fans in The Swamp. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how UF manages emergency operations and logistics on a massive scale.
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/uf-eye-opener-breakfast/
LOCATION:Hilton University of Florida Conference Center\, 1714 Southwest 34th Street\, Gainesville\, Florida\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T191920
CREATED:20250826T065844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T083421Z
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SUMMARY:meetGNV August Tour & Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a tour of Malachowsky Hall at UF\, then pop over to Cantina Anejo for a happy hour! \n\n\n\nCome join us for a fun and casual happy hour event this August! Meet and mingle with fellow members of the GNV community as we tour the Malachowsky Hall\, then we’ll move over to Cantina Anejo for a relaxed networking happy hour. \n\n\n\nOpened in 2023\, Malachowsky Hall is a $150 million\, 263\,000-square-foot innovation hub placing the University of Florida at the forefront of AI\, data science\, and high-performance computing. \n\n\n\nNamed for UF alumnus and NVIDIA co-founder Chris Malachowsky\, this state-of-the-art facility features advanced labs\, immersive visualization walls\, and collaborative workspaces designed to spark breakthroughs in medicine\, engineering\, agriculture\, and more. \n\n\n\nThe hall also houses UF IGNITE\, a student organization cultivating the next generation of innovators through leadership\, industry connections\, and hands-on projects. Some of the students will share details about the projects that they are working on. \n\n\n\nThis is a great opportunity to unwind after a long day\, learn more about one our best community assets and make valuable connections in a relaxed setting. Don’t miss out on this chance to network and have a good time with like-minded individuals. See you there!
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/meetgnv-august-tour-happy-hour/
LOCATION:malachowsky hall\, 1889 Museum Rd\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32606
CATEGORIES:startGNV
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T191920
CREATED:20250826T080643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T080644Z
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SUMMARY:WTE September Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship Gainesville Chapter monthly meet up to connect with driven women founders\, tech enthusiasts\, venture capitalists\, and advocates propelling change in the tech and entrepreneurial landscape. We offer dues-free\, no-cost monthly networking opportunities – because financial barriers should never limit our opportunities for success and support. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect:\n\n\n\nWarm Welcome: Come as you are\, come when you can. There’s no such thing as late\, over dressed\, underdressed – whatever – at a WTE event. At our events you’ll meet a warm and welcoming community of supportive\, ambitious women who want to meet you! \n\n\n\nBetter Networking: We think differently at Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship. We want to connect about ideas\, industry disruptions\, personal passions\, and big audacious dreams. We keep our events simple so we can focus our energy on authentic connections\, and the culture we’ve created leads to better connections and deeper relationships for our members. \n\n\n\nInteresting People at Every Stage of Their Journeys: Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your journey\, there’s someone here for you. We’re proud to be 3X more diverse than the tech sector as a whole and we’re all on unique journeys – which means we all offer out-of-the-box perspectives to help every member breakthrough and level up. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue Spotlight: The How Bazar\n\n\n\nThis month\, our Gainesville Chapter is gathering at How Bazar\, a vibrant\, one-of-a-kind space that’s part retail shop\, part music venue\, and all about community. Known for its eclectic mix of art\, fashion\, and culture\, How Bazar offers a dynamic\, creative setting where bold ideas and meaningful connections come to life. With its immersive atmosphere\, local flair\, and focus on supporting independent makers and artists\, How Bazar is the perfect backdrop for Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship to come together\, share stories\, and spark new collaborations. \n\n\n\n✨ PS: To keep our membership and events FREE\, food and drinks at this event will be self-pay. Want to sponsor this event (and support the crew)? Reach out to us at sponsorships@wte.network!
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/wte-september-meetup/
LOCATION:The How Bazar\, 60 SW 2nd Street\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32601
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T233000
DTSTAMP:20260603T191920
CREATED:20250819T182102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T182103Z
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SUMMARY:Battle of the Bands - Benefitting Grace Marketplace
DESCRIPTION:The Battle of the Bands is an annual event by GRACE Marketplace in partnership with the Greater Gainesville Young Professionals. This event brings together local companies that for bands to showcase their musical talents- and battle it out to see which company can raise the biggest round to support GRACE’s mission to END homelessness in Alachua County. \n\n\n\nThe event will feature musical acts\, a silent auction and several guest speakers. 100% of the proceeds benefit GRACE Marketplace. \n\n\n\nThis event gathers 300+ members of the community and sells out every year. Be sure to grab your ticket!
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/battle-of-the-bands-benefitting-grace-marketplace/
LOCATION:The Wooly\, 20 North Main Street\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T100000
DTSTAMP:20260603T191920
CREATED:20250714T134059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T180829Z
UID:2404-1755678600-1755684000@startgnv.com
SUMMARY:Greater Gainesville Chamber Small Business Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This event is reserved for members of the Greater Gainesville Chamber of Commerce.Small businesses often feel that they are “alone in the fight.” But in actuality\, most small business owners are experiencing the same highs and lows. The small business support group is an opportunity for owners of businesses with 25 employees or less to come together and share ideas\, questions and experiences(maybe even a rant or two). We hope that you walk away from the group with a new support system and maybe even learn a few things that can help with your business development.
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/small-business-support-group-2/
LOCATION:Greater Gainesville Chamber\, 300 E. University Ave\, Suite 100\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T191920
CREATED:20250714T133840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T064457Z
UID:2398-1755192600-1755199800@startgnv.com
SUMMARY:WTE August Meet Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship Gainesville Chapter monthly meet up to connect with driven women founders\, tech enthusiasts\, venture capitalists\, and advocates propelling change in the tech and entrepreneurial landscape. We offer dues-free\, no-cost monthly networking opportunities – because financial barriers should never limit our opportunities for success and support.
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/august-meet-up/
LOCATION:The Lynx Books\, 601 South Main Street\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T191920
CREATED:20250714T124056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T115749Z
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SUMMARY:A History of Gainesville & Alachua County
DESCRIPTION:Join founding Matheson board president Dr. Mark V. Barrow for an enlightening presentation on the history of Gainesville and Alachua County. Dr. Barrow\, a retired cardiologist\, has spent over 50 years collecting postcards\, art\, bottles\, and more that illustrate the area’s unique history. Today the Mark V. Barrow Postcard Collection at the Matheson contains over 20\,000 historic postcards from every county in Florida.Learn Alachua County history through the eyes of a collector and preservationist.
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/a-history-of-gainesville-alachua-county/
LOCATION:Matheson History Museum\, 513 East University Avenue\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T191920
CREATED:20250714T133640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T121050Z
UID:2392-1754503200-1754510400@startgnv.com
SUMMARY:GenAI for Business August Meetup – Presented by startGNV & RAIZOR.co
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of useful insight and real talk about how local businesses are putting generative AI to work today. Whether you’re a founder\, freelancer\, manager\, marketer\, or just AI-curious\, this meetup is a chance to connect with others in the Gainesville business and tech community who are testing\, building\, and learning in real-time. \n\n\n\nWe’ll kick things off with an informal meet and greet at 6pm followed by a few short\, no-fluff presentations from local operators showing what they’re doing with AI tools and more—and how it’s affecting their workflows\, output\, and bottom line. After that there will be an open Q&A and a final hour of networking. \n\n\n\nCo-hosted by startGNV\, RAIZOR\, and Starter Space\, this is your front-row seat to how generative AI is being applied right here in Gainesville and around North Central Florida.
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/genai-for-business-august-meetup-presented-by-startgnv-raizor-co/
LOCATION:Starter Space\, 747 Southwest 2nd Avenue\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32601\, United States
CATEGORIES:startGNV
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T191920
CREATED:20250714T123900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T115814Z
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SUMMARY:Eye Opener Discover Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the July Eye Opener Lunch: “The Pride of the Sunshine: More Than Just Game Day” Get ready to step behind the scenes of one of the most iconic traditions in college athletics! At this special Eye Opener luncheon\, you’ll hear from Jay Watkins\, Director of the Gator Marching Band\, as he shares an insider’s look at what it takes to prepare The Pride of the Sunshine for their high-energy performances. With so many fans experiencing the band on game days and at events\, this is your chance to discover the passion\, precision\, and planning that make each performance unforgettable.
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/eye-opener-discover-lunch/
LOCATION:Harn Museum of Art Auditorium\, 3259 Hull Rd\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T210000
DTSTAMP:20260603T191920
CREATED:20250714T123724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T115827Z
UID:2359-1753210800-1753218000@startgnv.com
SUMMARY:25|26 Season Announcement
DESCRIPTION:A fantastic season is coming your way… Get the inside scoop on our upcoming season of performances straight from UFPA Director Brian Jose! Preview is a special tradition that kicks off every UFPA season where we announce the performances coming over the next year. The presentation features highlights for the 40 performances in the 25|26 Season\, in addition to information about our affiliate program. This event is free and open to the public. Tickets go on sale to the public Saturday\, August 23rd at noon. Affiliate Members may pre-order starting July 31st. Not coming to the Phillips Center? Join us for the online watch party! Watch Online: https://performingarts.ufl.edu/season-preview-online
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/2526-season-announcement/
LOCATION:Curtis M. Phillips Center for Performing Arts\, 3201 Hull Road\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T191920
CREATED:20250714T123536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T115854Z
UID:2355-1753205400-1753212600@startgnv.com
SUMMARY:meetGNV Monthly Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a fun and casual happy hour event this July! Meet and mingle with fellow members of the GNV community as we tour the Cade Museum for Creativity and learn about it’s history and programs. Then we’ll move over to Grand Scheme for a relaxed networking happy hour.This is a great opportunity to unwind after a long day\, learn more about one our best community assets and make valuable connections in a relaxed setting. Don’t miss out on this chance to network and have a good time with like-minded individuals. See you there!
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/meetgnv-monthly-meetup/
LOCATION:Cade Museum + Grand Scheme Brewing\, 811 S Main Street\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32601\, United States
CATEGORIES:startGNV
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T191920
CREATED:20250714T123349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T115914Z
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SUMMARY:The 2nd Annual Gainesville Black Business Expo
DESCRIPTION:The Gainesville Black Business Expo is dedicated to celebrating the ingenuity\, creativity\, and success of Black entrepreneurs and business owners\, providing a platform to showcase their products and services to a diverse audience.
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/the-2nd-annual-gainesville-black-business-expo/
LOCATION:MLK Center\, 1028 NE 14th St\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T143000
DTSTAMP:20260603T191920
CREATED:20250714T123103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T115937Z
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SUMMARY:GGYP Pool Party + Cookout
DESCRIPTION:Join the Greater Gainesville Young Professionals for our annual Pool Party + Cookout! \n\n\n\n\n\nIt’s been a hot summer. Like\, REALLY hot. It’s also been a busy year. Like\, REALLY busy. So\, come take a load off and chill with us! All ages are welcome so bring the whole family. We’ll provide water\, burgers and hotdogs and have a sign up for everyone to bring something to share. This cookout is potluck style!
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/ggyp-pool-party-cookout/
LOCATION:Santa Fe Palms RV Resort\, 3013 NE 53rd Ave\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32609\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T100000
DTSTAMP:20260603T191920
CREATED:20250714T122835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T115951Z
UID:2334-1752654600-1752660000@startgnv.com
SUMMARY:Small Business Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Small businesses often feel that they are “alone in the fight.” But in actuality\, most small business owners are experiencing the same highs and lows. The small business support group is an opportunity for owners of businesses with 25 employees or less to come together and share ideas\, questions and experiences(maybe even a rant or two). We hope that you walk away from the group with a new support system and maybe even learn a few things that can help with your business development.
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/small-business-support-group/
LOCATION:Greater Gainesville Chamber\, 300 E. University Ave\, Suite 100\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250714T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250714T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T191920
CREATED:20250714T135434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T120004Z
UID:2412-1752480000-1752512400@startgnv.com
SUMMARY:Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship - Gainesville Chapter September Meet Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship Gainesville Chapter monthly meet up to connect with driven women founders\, tech enthusiasts\, venture capitalists\, and advocates propelling change in the tech and entrepreneurial landscape. We offer dues-free\, no-cost monthly networking opportunities – because financial barriers should never limit our opportunities for success and support
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/women-in-tech-entrepreneurship-gainesville-chapter-september-meet-up/
LOCATION:How Bazar\, 60 Southwest 2nd Street\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T191920
CREATED:20250623T110213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T122616Z
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SUMMARY:15th Annual Gainesville-Alachua County Employment Law Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Stay Informed. Stay Compliant. Stay Ahead. \n\n\n\nIf you’re a small business owner\, HR professional\, legal advisor\, or anyone who manages workplace compliance\, this free virtual seminar is a must-attend. \n\n\n\nJoin us for the 15th Annual Gainesville-Alachua County Employment Law Seminar\, where industry experts will share essential updates and practical strategies on navigating today’s evolving employment law landscape. \n\n\n\nFrom recent legal developments to best practices for accommodating pregnancy and religion in the workplace\, you’ll gain the knowledge and tools to protect your organization and support your employees. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to boost your legal awareness and stay ahead of the curve—register today! \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Get:Expert-led sessions on current employment law issuesEligibility for HRCI and CLE credits*Practical\, real-world advice you can apply immediatelyA chance to connect with peers and professionals \n\n\n\n\nReserve Spot
URL:https://startgnv.com/event/15th-annual-gainesville-alachua-county-employment-law-seminar/
CATEGORIES:Community
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