The Idea Village | Startup | Nola & Gulf Coast

Big thanks to @FOX8NOLA and @LucyBustamanteTV for having our Sr. Director of Strategic Initiatives, Liz Maxwell, on to talk all things #NOEW2025! We’re excited to kick off a week of innovation, networking, and big ideas across New Orleans. See you out there!

Episode 5 of Season 9 of Big Easy Ideas is out now! This panel covers the challenges, opportunities, and solutions shaping NOLA’s future. Tune in for insights on building a more sustainable, prosperous region. 🌎💡 #SustainableGrowth #NOLAFuture

Meet Us at the NOEW Summit – Explore the Lineup & Get Your Free Pass! Check out the full lineup and claim your FREE pass now at @hellonoew’s link in bio! #NOEW #NOEW2025 #INNOVATIONXCULTURE

Calling Early-Stage Founders! Applications are now open for IDEAinstitute and METRONOME, accelerator programs designed to help founders turn ideas into scalable businesses. 🔗 Scan the QR code to submit a founder profile, or learn more by heading to ideavillage.org/ideainstitute

NEW episode alert! 🌱 Join us for a fireside chat on the necessity and opportunities ahead to engage communities in reaching critical climate goals by 2050. 🌎 Listen now on Spotify and Apple Music!

New Episode Alert! 🎙️ Tune in to hear how IDEAfuel is #fueling change! Link in bio to listen, or stream on Apple Music or Spotify under "Big Easy Ideas".

From the Dominican Republic to building a fintech powerhouse, Edrizio’s journey is all about grit, resilience, and rewriting the rules in tech. Don’t miss this powerful session from NOEW 2024’s keynote speaker! 🔥 Episode now live on Buzzsprout, Apple Music, and Spotify.

🚀 New Orleans is home to some of the most exciting startups; now’s your chance to shine a spotlight on them! CityBusiness is recognizing the best up-and-coming businesses in the region, and nominations are open. Submit here: bit.ly/NominateCB

🌿 How is New Orleans funding climate resilience? Tune in as public sector leaders break down the Resilient NOLA Framework—covering key projects, private sector opportunities, and the city’s long-term vision. Listen now! Link in bio.

Tamra Olin (Green Project Tech) and Liz Maxwell (The Idea Village) break down carbon accounting and how businesses of all sizes can drive big change in the latest episode of Big Easy Ideas. Listen now - link in bio!

Louisiana is entering a new era of innovation with the announcement of the new LA.IO Louisiana Innovation Initiative! Stay tuned for more as we partner with LA.IO! #LouisianaInnovation #FutureReady

What will it take for Louisiana to become a national leader in technology and innovation? Tune in for key takeaways and how to get involved! #Innovation #Startups #Louisiana #EconomicGrowth #Policymakers #Entrepreneurship

We are thrilled to welcome 8 incredible companies to the VILLAGEx 2025 cohort! These trailblazing ventures are driving innovation across industries and shaping the future. Head to ideavillage.org/villageviews to read more and meet the cohort! #VX2025

As we prepare for NOEW 2025, Big Easy Ideas is back for its 9th season, this time focusing on climate innovation! Listen to the first episode of the season, "Floating Cities & the Path Towards a Gulf Coast Climate Tech Unicorn" now on Spotify & Apple Music! 🎧 #ClimateInnovation

✨ Today’s the day! ✨ Pitch the Halls - an IDEAfuel Pitch Showcase 📅 When: 5–8 PM CST
 📍 Where: The Nieux, 2040 St. Charles Ave, New Orleans 🎟️ Haven’t registered yet? Don’t worry—there’s still time! Register for free here: eventbrite.com/e/fall-2024-id…

🎄✨ 3 DAYS AWAY! ✨🎄 Are you ready to Pitch The Halls? Join us for a festive night of innovation and connection at the Fall 2024 IDEAfuel Pitch Showcase this Thursday! 🎟️ RSVP today to secure your spot: eventbrite.com/e/fall-2024-id…

The Fall 2024 IDEAfuel Pitch Showcase | Pitch The Halls is just ONE WEEK AWAY! 🎉 📅 When: Thursday, December 19th, 5–8 PM CST
📍 Where: The Nieux, 2040 St. Charles Ave, New Orleans 🎟️ Space is limited—register for free now: eventbrite.com/e/fall-2024-id…

The Idea Village is excited to be part of New Orleans Entrepreneur Week 2025! 🎟️ Registration is FREE and NOW OPEN! Be part of the Gulf South’s largest entrepreneurial celebration. Don’t wait to secure your #NOEW25 spot – head to @hellonoew’s website: noew.org

🎉 Calling all innovators! Join us for our IDEAfuel Fall 2024 Cohort Pitch Showcase: Pitch the Halls 🎄✨ 📅 When: December 19th 📍 Where: The Nieux | St. Charles 🎟️ Tickets: Free on Eventbrite at bit.ly/PitchTheHalls #PitchTheHalls #IDEAfuel #StartupShowcase

TOMORROW: Join us and our partners—Startup NOLA, Startup Noir NOLA, Greater New Orleans Inc., NOFAB, and Metronome—to celebrate big ideas and the power of community. Don’t miss it! #TheIdeaVillage #PitchNight #NOLAEcosystem #Innovation