Indianpolis, IN – Rainmakers, Indiana’s Fastest Growing Business Association announced that they will be a sponsor of Indianapolis’ Startup Weekend planned for December 5 – 7.
Startup weekend is an intense, 54 hour event designed to build communities companies and projects. During the fast-paced weekend, teams of programmers will work to develop the software to support a unique business idea.
As part of their sponsorship, Rainmakers will provide free guest passes to one of their networking events. This will allow anyone who attends the weekend to continue making connections after the weekend is over.
“This weekend is about community and commerce,” said Lorraine Ball, president of Rainmakers. “Building on that them, we believe anyone interested in starting a business, will benefit from connecting with our members. “
“The Rainmakers sponsorship will be a valuable part of our marketing plan after the event,” said Lou Bengal, one of the event coordinators.
The event will be held at the Purdue School of Engineering and Technology at the downtown IUPUI campus beginning at 5:00 Pm on Friday night, continuing through Sunday. For more information on becoming a sponsor or to participate for Startup Weekend visit indianapolis.startupweekend.com or email lbegnel@gmail.com.
About Rainmakers:
Founded in 2002, Rainmakers is a business-to-business professional networking organization which is committed to helping individuals, meet, learn and grow. Today, Rainmakers has more than 1,400 members and is the fastest growing organization of its kind in the state. For more information go to: www.gorainmakers.com.
CONTACT: Tony Scelzo
317-331-3188
tony@gorainmakers.com
www.gorainmakers.com
About Indy Startup Weekend:
Startup Weekend recruits a highly motivated group of developers, business managers, startup enthusiasts, marketing gurus, graphic artists and more to a 54 hour event that builds communities, companies and projects.
Founded in 2007 by Andrew Hyde, the weekend is a concept of a conference focusing on learning by creating. It is known for its quick decisions, ‘out of the box’ thinking, unique facilitation technique and letting the founders show what they can do. The program has already met with success in Boulder, Toronto, New York, Hamburg, Houston, West Lafayette, Boston, DC and more.
Indiana is the first state to hold three Startup Weekends. Earlier events were held in Lafayette and Bloomington.
If you would like to become a sponsor, participant and/or would like more information visit their web site or to contact lbegnel@gmail.com.
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