LIFToff: Beyond Viewing Challenge Event Replay

July 7, 2021

Comcast NBCUniversal sought emerging technologies and enterprise-ready startups to enhance their existing products and services by driving differentiated experiences in the home via TV. The focus areas included: using the TV as a continuous information hub, shared/augmented/extended realities, group watching/shopping/communication, voice and facial recognition, and biometrics, enabling new consumer experiences in gaming or education and creating new revenue opportunities. During this event, you will hear from the top finalist reimagining the way we consume content in the home.

LIFT Labs Accelerator Alum Powering Virtual and Hybrid Events Raises $2.7 Million

June 30, 2021

Founder and CEO Oana Manolache said the 13-week LIFT Labs accelerator was invaluable to the growth of her company, helping her craft the perfect pitch to investors and clients. LIFT Labs even became a client, trusting Stellar to power its own virtual event series. Other teams at Comcast soon followed suit.

Female Founders & Funders: Cultivating Relationships Replay

June 29, 2021

During Female Founders and Funders, we chatted with Bree Kellum Balogun, Sr. Director of Account Management at REVOLT MEDIA & TV, and Aize Asowata, Marketing Manager at Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs. During this session, you’ll learn how you can gain and maintain client relationships at every stage of your startup journey.

Startup That Lets You Trade Sporting Events Like Stocks Raises $36 Million

June 22, 2021

Sporttrade recently announced a raise of $36 million led by Jump Capital, with participation from Nasdaq Ventures, and many more including the former CEO of MGM Casinos. Sporttrade has officially launched its new website and trading will be available in New Jersey in summer 2021, with more states to follow.

Female Founders & Funders: Funding Summit Replay

May 4, 2021

In April, we hosted a very special Female Founders and Funders event in partnership with Startup Grind. The Funding Summit was an exclusive gathering built to support female founders on their journey of building, growing, and funding their companies. Rewatch each session to receive invaluable advice from successful entrepreneurs and investors who are shaping and …

Startup Provides “Core Infrastructure” to Turn Live Streamers Into Pro Broadcasters

May 3, 2021

With their startup Pivan Interactive, Tsang and Sturgeon use artificial intelligence to elevate the production quality of any live stream, turning streamers into pro broadcasters. Pivan’s software Uncanny.gg analyzes the gameplay and automatically adds instant replays, visual effects, and graphic overlays — and the live streamer doesn’t need to take any action.

Gold House Founder Spotlight: Sara Du, Co-Founder of Alloy Automation

April 30, 2021

Before we started Alloy though, we were living pretty different lives. I’d left high school early to move to SF and work at a startup called DoNotPay, after which I decided to give school another shot and do my undergrad at Harvard. I left Harvard because I didn’t feel like I was learning the way I liked and ended up at Snap as an engineer. Meanwhile, Gregg was working on an agency full time after leaving college as well.

Gold House Founder Spotlight: Celine Tien and Narae Kim, Co-Founders of Flowly

April 30, 2021

Article via Gold House the premier nonprofit collective of top Asian founders, creative voices, and leaders dedicated to unity, representation, and success. Celine Tien and Narae Kim are the Co-Founders of Flowly, a VR wellness app that teaches you how to better control your heart rate and breathing to manage chronic pain, anxiety, and stress. …

Gold House Founder Spotlight: Justin Wang, Founder of LARQ

April 30, 2021

Article via Gold House the premier nonprofit collective of top Asian founders, creative voices, and leaders dedicated to unity, representation, and success. Justin Wang is the Founder of LARQ, a company that uses innovative technology combined with elevated product design to deliver hydration that’s better for you and the planet. Company Overview What inspired you/your …

The GIST, a Sports Community For Women, Partnering With NBA, Fanduel, and Raising Seed Round

April 27, 2021

Ellen Hyslop, Roslyn McLarty, and Jacie deHoop knew the male-dominated world of sports coverage needed a female perspective. That’s why they launched The GIST, offering sports content and experiences for women and by women. One look at their popular email newsletter and social channels showcases a unique, millennial, female voice. The content feels like chit-chatting with a sports-loving friend and features women’s sports prominently.

Charles Haggerty

LIFToff: Beyond Viewing Challenge Event Replay