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SUMMARY:QVIDTVM x The Ion: Inaugural Hack Day Competition
DESCRIPTION:Analyze. Innovate. Disrupt.\nQVIDTVM and The Ion are teaming up to host Greater Houston’s most exciting tech and data competition of the year! We’re calling on data scientists\, analysts\, developers\, and innovators of ALL backgrounds to join us for a groundbreaking Hack Day focused on real estate analytics. \nThe Challenge: What is the total value of real estate platformed by Airbnb globally? \nParticipants will use provided datasets—or generate their own—to develop a framework for estimating the total underlying value of real estate platformed by Airbnb globally. Additional consideration will be given to analyses that explore trends over time\, including growth rates\, rates of change\, geographical segmentation\, etc. This is your chance to showcase innovative thinking and cutting-edge techniques\, uncovering insights that could reshape how we think about platform-driven economies. \nFeatured Events: Fireside Chat on AI with Nick King\, Founder and CEO of Data Kinetic \nMr. King is the Founder and CEO of Data Kinetic\, a platform agnostic industry-focused applied AI research\, development\, and advisory company. Nick has been working on enterprise technology platforms for the last 20 years. At Data Kinetic\, he has focused on driving the applied use of AI/ML with enterprise companies. \nBackground Requirements: None beyond basic Excel. While coding can be helpful\, we encourage student participants of all backgrounds and majors. This is an open-ended problem and there is no “right” answer. We want to see how the Ion community and next generation of problem solvers **thinks** about big problems with big data. \nTeam Size: Can be individual or teams of up to four. Must be present both days to qualify for prizes\, but no obligation to stay for entire day. Lunch\, refreshments\, and coffee/tea will be provided! \nPrizes & Opportunities:\n1st Place – $1\,000 and a private hour-long lunch with QVIDTVM’s management team.\n2nd Place – $500.\n3rd Place – $250. \nShowcase Your Vision!\nAll participating teams and individuals are also invited to submit a write-up or presentation deck on any project or startup they are currently working on and seeking funding for. Selected submissions may receive further feedback\, support\, and potential funding opportunities. \nWhy Participate? \n\nCollaborate with Top Talent – Connect with Houston’s brightest minds in data science\, engineering\, and real estate analytics.\nShowcase Your Skills – Gain exposure by presenting your findings to industry leaders and investors.\nWin Big – Compete for prizes\, recognition\, and opportunities to pitch your work to influential decision-makers.\n\nAbout QVIDTVM: QVIDTVM Inc. is a long-only\, long-term-focused asset manager dedicated to deep research and disciplined investing. With a focus on value creation and sustainable growth\, QVIDTVM leverages data-driven insights and rigorous analysis to identify high-quality opportunities across a variety of sectors.
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/qvidtvm-x-the-ion-inaugural-hack-day-competition/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ion Networking with Cup of Joey + SCORE Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:What is the purpose of Cup of Joey? It is to create a connected culture of coffee shop-open networking across our region. Every Friday morning\, you’ll have the opportunity to meet new and expand your current networks\, talk about tech\, inspire innovation\, and create community. \nSo\, what is the difference between a cup of joe and a Cup of Joe-Y? It is the WHY. It’s not what you do. It is why you do it! \nAt the Ion\, these are questions that we want to explore with the tech and innovation community. So\, show up\, be friendly\, and make new connections. Know your why\, and we will get to the future together. \nThe future is only a cup away. \nRegister Here: https://www.cupofjoey.org/ \n 
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/ion-networking-with-cup-of-joey-score-office-hours-2/
LOCATION:Ion – Lobby\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Registration,Academic Network,Community Event,Corporate Innovators,Founders & Startups,General Community,Investors & Capital,Networking,Office Hours,Start Here
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SUMMARY:Ion Prototyping Lab Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:What is the Ion Prototyping Lab (IPL)?\nThe Ion Prototyping Lab is where your ideas meet the designers\, engineers\, and fabricators that can make them a reality. Located at The Ion\, the intersection of Houston’s culture\, creativity\, and innovation. Our 6\,500-square-foot site offers access to equipment\, engineers\, and technical training–a must for every inventor\, innovator\, and creator. \nThe Ion Prototyping Lab Office Hours offer entrepreneurs a chance to engage an expert one-on-one and explore options for building or producing their devices. Everyone from seasoned entrepreneurs to educators or “just a person with an idea” is welcome. Walk-ins are served on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nThe initial discussion is at no cost\, but subsequent meetings may require a consultation fee.\nFor more information about the IPL – be sure to check out their website and sign up for their newsletter to stay connected! The IPL offers various classes/workshops throughout the month – be sure to check out their calendar to register.\nInterested in signing up for a membership? Click here
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/ion-prototyping-lab-office-hours-47/
LOCATION:Ion Prototyping Lab\, 4201 Main St.\, Suite 170\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academic Network,Founders & Startups,General Community,Hardware,Ion Prototyping Lab
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