Startup Weekend is an intense 54 hour event which focuses on building a web or mobile application which could form the basis of a credible business over the course of a weekend. The weekend brings together people with different skillsets - primarily software developers, graphics designers and business people - to build applications and develop a commercial case around them.

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URGENT: Startup Weekend Cleveland Postponed till Spring 2012, Monies to be returned

To all Startup Weekend enthusiasts, aspiring entrepreneurs, potential investors and the Cleveland business community, it was a difficult decision to postpone the event, however, it is for the best.  Under a multitude of factors, we are committed to bringing Cleveland the best Startup Weekend experience possible, and that means Spring 2012.  We’re sorry for the postponement and will make it up to you all in the Spring.

To all the registered participants, thank you for taking the plunge and committing yourself to an amazing entrepreneurial weekend.  All of your tickets will be refunded as soon as possible, and we hope you can join us for the rescheduled event in the Spring of 2012.  Stay tuned for updates:

For all the sponsors, thank you for your continued support and understanding.  We are all committed to bringing the best startup experience to Cleveland and will make sure you are part of the rescheduled event.

If you have any questions, please contact us via email at cleveland [at] startupweekend.org.

Thank you,

SWCLE Organizers

Startup Weekend 2011 at Shaker LaunchHouse

Shaker Launch House Front

Street view of Shaker Launch House

This November 11-13th 2011, Cleveland Startup Weekend will hold the third annual, 54-Hour business and community building event at the new and fantastic collaborative workspace of Shaker LaunchHouse.  Located in Shaker Heights on Lee Road near the corner of Chagrin Blvd., Shaker LaunchHouse is Cleveland’s newest cutting edge startup incubator and business accelerator.  They have a lot to offer, so check out where you will build your next startup at http://launchhouse.com.

This year’s event is gearing up fast.  We are thrilled to be working with the team at Shaker LaunchHouse and along with Cleveland’s vibrant entrepreneurial community, we can all expect to make lasting connections and produce exciting results.

Tickets are limited.  Hurry and reserve your spot to be among the most passionate and talented business community in Cleveland.  Early bird discounts of 25% are now available.  Buy your ticket now: http://swcleveland.eventbrite.com.

Pig roast …. Pig Roast …. PIG ROAST

With today marking the beginning of the end for this years Startup Weekend we wanted to post the agenda for today

8:30 AM  BREAKFAST

5:00 PM Team presentations

6:00 PM Head over to the LeanDog boat for the pig roast (address below)

Tickets are still available for the Sunday evening and can be purchased here for just $20 dollars.

LeanDog Boat at 1151 North Marginal Road, Cleveland, OH, 44114

Parking, Materials, and the Agenda

With the event less then twenty-four hours away we wanted to release parking details, the weekend agenda, and what you should bring to the event.

Parking
When attending there will be an attached garage on East 17th. This garage is open all weekend. We will have signs posted from the garage to the event.

Agenda
This is where the fun begins. Below you will find the agenda for the weekend.

Friday

5:00 PM Registration begins
5:30 PM Cocktails and networking begins
6:30 PM Dinner is served and networking continues
7:00 PM Event begins, Weekend Overview, Elevator Pitch Example
8:00 PM Elevator Pitches Begin
9:00 PM Team selection

Saturday

8:00 AM Saturday kick-off
12:00 PM Lunch
8:00 PM Cocktails

Sunday

8:00 AM Sunday kick-off
12:00 PM Lunch
5:00 PM Cocktails
5:30 PM Team ten minute demo’s
6:30 PM Announce the winner
7:00 PM Head home

What to bring?
Yourself and the desire to launch the next great product.

Counting down to the big event

We are only a few days away from the event and we are quickly running out of tickets. So, if you plan on attending please purchase them soon. You can do so here.

As a reminder the event is this Friday November 12th – Sunday November 14th as part of Global Entrepreneurial Week. Our city will be participating with dozens of other cities from around the world to launch new and innovative products, services, and ultimately companies. It’s exciting to see Cleveland take a part in this.

This year the event is being held at the Nance College of Business on the downtown campus of Cleveland State. Registration begins at 5:00 PM with the event kicking off at 5:30 PM.

If you have any questions please post them below and we will answer them right away. We look forward to seeing everyone Friday.

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