over 1 year ago
And the Winners Are...
And the Winners Are...
A huge congratulations to all the incredible teams who competed in the TiE U Hackathon Finals! Your dedication, innovation, and passion were truly inspiring.
We are thrilled to announce the winners of both tracks:
Business Innovation Track:
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Winner: S.L.A.P. - Taking home the grand prize of $2,000! This team wowed the judges with their Student Local Adaptation Program, designed to connect skilled students with local businesses for mentorship in essential digital skills.
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1st Runner-Up (Tie):
- BizElevate - Awarded $1,250 for their AI-powered mentorship platform that provides personalized guidance and support to business owners.
- SentriBiz - Also…
over 1 year ago
And the winner is...
The judges have weighed in, and we're excited to share the news! Go to the TiE U - Hack@thon 2024 gallery to congratulate the winners and check out all of the awesome submissions.
Even though the competition is over, you don't have to stop coding. Update your portfolio to inform your followers about new projects and get feedback from fellow hackers.
Questions?If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.
over 1 year ago
It's the FINALS! - come cheer on TiE U Finalists!
Cheer on the TiE U Hackathon Finalists TODAY!
The wait is over!
Join us TODAY at 10:00 AM Eastern Time (USA) (8:30 PM IST) for the exhilarating FINALS of the TiE U Hackathon! Our amazing semi-finalists, now finalists, will be pitching their groundbreaking solutions in business innovation and sustainability.
These talented students have dedicated themselves to solving real-world problems, and now it's time to show them our support!
TODAY - November 3rd, 2024
10:00 AM EST / 8:30 PM IST
Zoom Link: Click here
Meet the Finalists:
- B2 - Horizon
- B2 - BizElevate
- B1 - S.L.A.P.
- S2 - Waste Classification
- …
over 1 year ago
Announcing the Top 8 Semi-Finalists for the TiE U Hackathon!
We are thrilled to announce the top 8 teams advancing to the semi-finals of the TiE U Hackathon! These teams have demonstrated exceptional creativity, innovation, and dedication in developing solutions to address real-world challenges in business innovation and sustainability tracks.
Let's meet the semi-finalists:
B2 - Horizon
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Team Lead: Preran S Gowda
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Members: Shamanth MS, Divya Shivanand, Puneeth N
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Project Description: Horizon aims to empower small businesses in digital adoption by establishing a scalable, student-driven mentorship model. This approach matches small business owners with college students, providing affordable, accessible mentorship in digital skills.
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Location: Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering
B2 -…
over 1 year ago
Submissions Are Being Judged Currently -- are you ready for the next step?
Eligible submissions are being judged currently -- these can be viewed in the Project Gallery.
If your submission is NOT VISIBLE in the Project Gallery, it was likely ineligible because your team did not address one of the given challenges at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qjMHHLPWARnY19j3tt-wzMSzF9MNfVW3/view. If your team believes differently, send in a message immediately to the organizers via the discussion forum in Devpost.
If you're one of the teams that submitted a project that IS VISIBLE in the Project Gallery, you have a chance to be in the semi-finals via Zoom on 2-Nov at 10:30am EDT / 8pm IST. The announcement…
over 1 year ago
HACKATHON UPDATE: DEADLINE EXTENDED!
Great news, TiE U Student Solution hackers! We've heard your requests and extended the final submission deadline for the TiE U Hackathon to 7:30 PM EDT Oct 30th | 5:00 AM IST Oct 31st!
New Deadline:
- 7:30 PM EDT (October 30 - Today!)
- 5:00 AM IST (October 31st)
Don't miss this extra time to polish your projects and submit your best work!
⏰ Key Dates & Times:
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October 30th: FINAL SUBMISSION DEADLINE - 7:30 PM EDT | 5:00 AM IST (October 31st)
- Submit here: Hackathon24.Devpost.com
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November 1st: Semi-Finalists Announced on Hackathon24.Devpost.com
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November 2nd: Semi-Finals - 10:30 AM EDT | 8:00…
over 1 year ago
Is Your Submission Eligible?
Check if your project submission is showing in the PROJECT GALLERY in Devpost. If it is, great -- you still have till 30-Oct at 9:30am EDT / 7pm IST to make any edits.
If your team has made a submission but it is NOT showing in the Project Gallery, it means that your submission has been flagged since it does not appear to address the challenge you've chosen. Re-read the challenge at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qjMHHLPWARnY19j3tt-wzMSzF9MNfVW3/view, and then make updates to your submission to address what is being requested by being more relevant to the challenge.
After making any such updates, drop…
over 1 year ago
Public & Mentor Feedback is now open
It's your turn to pick the the best ideas and support each other! Browse 'TiE U - Hack@thon 2024' submission gallery, click on your favorite and give the feedback on their presentations.
Be sure to spread the word via your social networks, too!
Questions?
If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.
over 1 year ago
Tie-U Hackathon ready now for your submission -- final due date is 30-Oct @ 9:30am EDT / 7:00pm IST
Congrats to the teams who have submitted solutions in Devpost! All teams can submit their solutions now with FINAL SOLUTIONS due by *30-Oct at 9:30am EDT / 7:00pm IST.* All the best!
- Devpost article on how to submit: https://help.devpost.com/hc/en-us/articles/360054999651-How-to-enter-a-submission
- Pick ONE problem to solve from FOUR challenges: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qjMHHLPWARnY19j3tt-wzMSzF9MNfVW3/view?usp=sharing
Questions?
If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.
over 1 year ago
Ask Me Anything (AMA) Session -- starting in 15 minutes via Zoom (link enclosed)
REMINDER: We're hosting an Ask Me Anything (AMA) session today (Saturday, Oct 26) for all participants.
DATE & TIME: Oct 26th, 2024 starting at 07:30 AM PST/09:30 AM CST/10"30 AM EDT / 08:00 PM IST (for one hour)
Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/99033845450?pwd=IxNnCncll5VwDHaJKp8ksBN2k43SBT.1
Meeting ID: 990 3384 5450 Passcode: 083558
Questions about the hackathon: please post on the discussion forum in Devpost.
over 1 year ago
Ask Me Anything (AMA) Session via Zoom on Sat 26-Oct starting at 10:30am EDT / 8pm IST
We're hosting an "Ask Me Anything (AMA)" session via Zoom on Saturday, Oct 26, 2024, open to ALL participants. This is your chance to:
- Get your questions answered by experienced mentors and organizers.
- Connect with fellow hackers and build your network.
- Gain valuable insights to help you succeed in the hackathon.
Mark your calendars for a 60-minute session:
- Oct 26th, 2024, starting at 07:30 AM PDT/09:30 AM CDT/10:30 AM EDT / 08:00 PM IST
- ZOOM LINK: https://zoom.us/j/99033845450?pwd=IxNnCncll5VwDHaJKp8ksBN2k43SBT.1
Meeting ID: 990 3384 5450 Passcode: 083558
Questions?
If you have any questions about the hackathon, please…
over 1 year ago
Join us for Ask Me Anything Session - Oct 26, 2024 at 07:30 AM PST/09:30 AM CST/08:00 PM IST
Hello!
Gear up for the TiE U Hackathon with our second AMA Session!
We're hosting Ask Me Anything (AMA) sessions on Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 for all participants. This is your chance to:
- Get your questions answered by experienced mentors and organizers.
- Connect with fellow hackers and build your network.
- Gain valuable insights to help you succeed in the hackathon.
Mark your calendars:
Session 2: Oct 26th, 2024 at 07:30 AM PST/09:30 AM CST/08:00 PM IST
Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/99033845450?pwd=IxNnCncll5VwDHaJKp8ksBN2k43SBT.1 Meeting ID: 990 3384 5450 Passcode: 083558
Questions?
If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the…
over 1 year ago
FAQ - Q&A: How to edit a submission
Note: You can access and make changes to your submission until the submission deadline. Once the deadline passes, you can still make changes to your project but these changes will not be reflected in your hackathon submission, only in the project within your portfolio.
Edit your submission by navigating to the hackathon and clicking the Manage projects or Edit project button in the sidebar:
Or navigate to the hackathon, click the My projects tab, and click on your project to edit:
On the My projects tab, you can also message a manager about your submission by clicking Message Manager…
over 1 year ago
FAQ - Q&A: Know Your Submission Steps
You can get a headstart on the submission form by heading to your My Projects tab. You'll be able to continue editing it until the deadline so we strongly encourage you to start early!
We know procrastination gets the better of us so here's a look at the content you'll need to complete the submission:
Step 1: Manage your team
- No questions here! Just add your teammates by entering their email in the prompt or copy and share your invitation link if you're not working solo.
Step 2: Project Overview
- Project name*
- Project tagline*
- Thumbnail image for the Project Gallery…
over 1 year ago
INSTRUCTION: Winning Customers (Verizon Small Business Ready)
Getting Certified: Paths for minority/ women-owned businesses
Instructor: Freda Thomas
This beginner course covers all the basics, including why you should consider becoming certified, the benefits of obtaining certification, the common mistakes and roadblocks to avoid, and how to go about the process in your state.
Language: English, Spanish
Format: Learning video
Register: https://bit.ly/tieuverizon
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Winning contracts: How to write winning business proposals
Instructor: Freda Thomas
Learn how to prepare and respond to RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs—critical components that, once mastered, will help you write and win government contracts and winning proposals.
Language: English, Spanish
Format: Learning video
Register: …
over 1 year ago
FAQ - Q&A: How to enter a submission
Once you’ve registered for our TiE U hackathon, you can begin the process of submitting a project.
Once on the Overview page of your hackathon, navigate to the sidebar and choose one of two options: Start project or Import from portfolio.
Start project
Clicking Start project will create a new ‘Untitled’ project–the first step in your hackathon submission. Add or remove teammates on the Manage Team step, and add your project’s basic details such as project name and elevator pitch (i.e tagline) on Project Overview.
Navigate to any step of the submission process by clicking on that stage…
over 1 year ago
Final call for draft submissions
There are only 3 days left to complete your submission for TiE U - Hack@thon 2024.
over 1 year ago
INSTRUCTION: Operations Courses (Verizon Small Business Ready)
Building remote work into your business: Tools to keep your team connected
Instructor: Surabhi Lai
If you are looking to build a winning remote culture, this beginner course will explore the basics for small businesses to operating remotely and how to best connect teams working from home.
Language: English
Format: Learning video
Register: https://bit.ly/tieuverizon
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Sell effectively online: eCommerce essentials
Instructor: Melinda F. Emerson
This course teaches you the basics of e-commerce and gives you an action plan to begin your marketing efforts.
Language: English
Format: Learning video Sign up
Register: https://bit.ly/tieuverizon
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Operating efficiency essentials: smooth operator
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over 1 year ago
Attention all TIE U Hackathon Participants! Program Schedule Updates
Attention all TIE U Hackathon Participants!
Here's a breakdown of the key dates and deadlines for the Fall 2024 Hackathon:
Important Dates:
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October 26, 2024
- Ask Me Anything Session: 10:30 AM EDT to 11:30 AM EDT | 8:00 PM IST (Zoom Link: TBA)
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Draft call for Solutions Projects submission: Submission Link: Hackathon24.Devpost.com
(PLEASE SUBMIT BEFORE 9:30 PM EDT | 7:00 AM IST (10/27th))
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Your TEAM (2 students or more) are expected to submit the following: Important Submission Details: When submitting your amazing projects, you'll need to fill out a custom submission form. Here's what you need to include: … |
over 1 year ago
INSTRUCTION: Managing Money (Verizon Small Business Ready)
Track your finances: Financial statements at a glance
Instructor: Kara Stevens
This beginner course covers how small businesses can be prepared to adapt and plan for the unknown. Language: English, Spanish Format: Learning video
Register: https://bit.ly/tieuverizon
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Get beyond break even: From knowing numbers to making money
Instructor: Malla Haridat
Suitable for those who have taken Track Your Finances: Financial Statements at a Glance, or have a basic knowledge of accounting, this course helps you navigate simple equations to determine your business value and visibility.
Language: English
Format: Learning video
Register: https://bit.ly/tieuverizon
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Keep your credit in good…
over 1 year ago
INSTRUCTION: Funding Courses (Verizon Small Business Ready)
Find the right financing for your business
Instructor: Kara Stevens
Discover the best types of financing for your business, including debt, equity, grants, and alternative financing options such as crowdfunding.
Language: English, Spanish
Format: Learning video Sign up
Register: https://bit.ly/tieuverizon
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Navigating online loans
Instructor: Susanne Mariga
Get a deep-dive into online lenders and tips to keep in mind when exploring your lending options.
Language: English, Spanish
Format: Learning video
Register: https://bit.ly/tieuverizon
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Choosing the best SBA loan
Instructor: Kara Stevens
This course can help you learn about the most popular…
over 1 year ago
INSTRUCTION: Website Design Courses (Verizon Small Business Ready)
Put your website to work: Build it, refine it, perfect it
Instructor: Terry Rice
In this beginner course, identify how to get started building your business website and how certain elements and best practices can lead to greater success.
Language: English, Spanish
Format: Learning video
Register: https://bit.ly/tieuverizon
The beginner’s guide to creating your first website
Instructor: Sharon Lee Thony
Explore the ins and outs of building your own website vs. paying a professional, identify the functionalities you need for your business, and launch a great-looking website that provides a top-tier user experience.
Language: English
Format: Learning video
Register: …
over 1 year ago
Ask Me Anything (AMA) Session -- today's session via Zoom starts in 45 minutes @ 9:30am CDT / 10:30pm EDT / 8pm IST
Join TODAY for an "Ask Me Anything" Session via Zoom!We're hosting "Ask Me Anything (AMA)" sessions TODAY and next Saturday for all hackathon participants. This is your chance to:
- Get your questions answered by experienced mentors and organizers.
- Connect with fellow hackers and build your network.
- Gain valuable insights to help you succeed in the hackathon.
TODAY: Session 1 on Oct 19th, 2024 starting at 9:30 AM CDT / 10:30 AM EDT / 08:00 PM IST
NEXT SATURDAY: Session 2 on Oct 26th, 2024 (same time as above)
Join us via Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/99033845450?pwd=IxNnCncll5VwDHaJKp8ksBN2k43SBT.1
Meeting ID: 990 3384 5450, Passcode:…
over 1 year ago
INSTRUCTION: Branding Courses (Verizon Small Business Ready)
Defining your brand: Connecting to customers
Instructor: Elizabeth Lewis
This beginner course will show you the basics of building a brand identity and how to differentiate your products and services and connect customers to your business.
Language: English, Spanish
Format: Learning video
Register: https://bit.ly/tieuverizon
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Selling with Storytelling: Unlock your business superpower
Instructor: Gbenga Ogunjimi
Selling with Storytelling: Unlock your business superpower Instructor: Gbenga Ogunjimi Learn the power of telling your story and how it can be leveraged to activate investors, clients, and brand ambassadors, scale your business, and build community. Language: English, Spanish Format: Learning video
Register: https://bit.ly/tieuverizon
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over 1 year ago
Join us for Ask Me Anything Session
Hello!
Gear up for the TiE U Hackathon with our exclusive AMA Sessions!
We're hosting Ask Me Anything (AMA) sessions on the next two Saturdays for all participants. This is your chance to:
- Get your questions answered by experienced mentors and organizers.
- Connect with fellow hackers and build your network.
- Gain valuable insights to help you succeed in the hackathon.
Mark your calendars:
Session 1: Oct 19th, 2024 at 07:30 AM PST/09:30 AM CST/08:00 PM IST
Session 2: Oct 26th, 2024 (same time)
Join us on Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/99033845450?pwd=IxNnCncll5VwDHaJKp8ksBN2k43SBT.1
Meeting ID: 990 3384 5450
Passcode: 083558
Questions?
If you have…
over 1 year ago
Keynote & Challenges Annouced
Watch the Kick off: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=skXARzENlYk
Challenges Annouced: >>>Click here to download the challenges PDF here<<<
Prototypes and Presentations due by October 26th!!
Questions?
If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.
over 1 year ago
Watch the Kickoff Keynote in 1 Hour via Zoom/Youtube
TiE U Hackathon Kick Annoucement:
The kick off for TiE U Hackathon in 1 hour, please register on this link: https://bit.ly/tiehackathon24 or watch the youtube live stream on https://hackathon24.devpost.com
This keynote presentation is by Ashok Rao and Dr. Paul Lopez
This event will last about 90 minutes and the Hackathon Challenges will be annouced at the end of the call.
Questions?
If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.
over 1 year ago
Watch the Kickoff Keynote in 2 Hours via Zoom/Youtube
TiE U Hackathon Kick Annoucement:
The kick off for TiE U Hackathon in 2 hours, please register on this link: https://bit.ly/tiehackathon24
Or watch the youtube live stream on https://hackathon24.devpost.com
This keynote presentation is by Ashok Rao and Dr. Paul Lopez
This event will last about 90 minutes and the Hackathon Challenges will be annouced at the end of the call.
Questions?
If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.
over 1 year ago
Watch the Kickoff Keynote in 4 Hours via Zoom/Youtube
TiE U Hackathon Kick Annoucement:
The kick off for TiE U Hackathon in 4 hours, please register on this link: https://bit.ly/tiehackathon24
Or watch the youtube live stream on https://hackathon24.devpost.com
This keynote presentation is by Ashok Rao and Dr. Paul Lopez
This event will last about 90 minutes and the Hackathon Challenges will be annouced at the end of the call.
Questions?
If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.
Questions?
If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.
over 1 year ago
Watch the Kickoff Keynote in 8 Hours via Zoom/Youtube
TiE U Hackathon Kick Annoucement:
The kick off for TiE U Hackathon in 8 hours, please register on this link: https://bit.ly/tiehackathon24
Or watch the youtube live stream on https://hackathon24.devpost.com
This keynote presentation is by Ashok Rao and Dr. Paul Lopez
This event will last about 90 minutes and the Hackathon Challenges will be annouced at the end of the call.
Questions?
If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.
over 1 year ago
Important Dates & Flyers:
Important Dates:
KICK OFF EVENT:
Note: If you are in Houston, Texas, join in-person for the kick off at UH Bauer College of Business or HCC West Loop Campus Auditorium at 9am (Central Time)
Questions?
If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.
over 1 year ago
Key Dates for TiE U Hackathon
Join the TiE U Hackathon for a fun and collaborative experience!
Share this flyer with your college or university clubs and invite your friends to join. Don’t miss out on these key dates and activities as you build innovative projects together.
Questions?
If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.
