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SUMMARY:Mercury Fund Day at the Ion: The New FDE Model: How to Deploy with Scale in Legacy Industries
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to “Mercury Fund Day at the Ion” – a program series hosted by the Ion and Mercury Fund\, where software founders can connect with mentorship at Houston’s HQ for innovation. \nThis month’s topic is The new FDE model: How to deploy with scale in legacy industries\, moderated by Alex Gras of Mercury Fund and featuring panelists: \n\nJohn Kalfayan – Collide\nHunter Honnessy – Unlimited AI\n\nThe future of tech is being built right now and Mercury Fund is right at the center of it. This panel dives into how Mercury Fund is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with agentic AI and blockchain working together. We’ll break down the trends shaping the space\, the innovations redefining industry standards\, and what’s coming next for the builders and users powering this new era of technology. \n Apply for Office Hours: \nPrior to the fireside chat\, a select group of early-stage software startups will participate in office hours. Over the course of 2-hours\, first-time entrepreneurs looking for guidance or seasoned founders needing help tackling tough challenges will have access to a group of curated mentors from the Mercury network and gain insights and guidance tailored to their needs. Startups are invited to apply to participate here. \nAfterward\, join us for a networking happy hour at Second Draught\, brought to you by Gunderson Dettmer\, where you can connect with fellow entrepreneurs\, investors\, and industry professionals\, forging connections that could shape the future of your venture.\n \nAbout Mercury Fund Day: Mercury Fund Day\, previously known as Software Day\, is a monthly series driving the support\, inspiration\, and connections needed to help startups on their path to rapid\, sustainable growth. Each month\, Mercury Fund Day will include office hours (by application)\, a keynote session\, and networking. \nEach month will include a new speaker and topic covering the latest trends and breakthroughs in software technology and practical advice for founders. From AI to blockchain and guidance on fundraising\, explore topics that are relevant for your company’s journey. \n“Mercury Fund Day at the Ion” isn’t just an event – it’s a catalyst for growth and collaboration. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of Houston’s thriving tech ecosystem. Join us as we bring together leading mentors\, promising startups\, and like-minded Houstonians focused on transformative software innovations. \n \nPhoto/Video Release \nBy entering the premises\, you consent to be photographed\, filmed and/or otherwise recorded. \nYou agree that such photography\, film and/or recording may be used\, in any and all media throughout the universe in perpetuity\, for any purpose whatsoever by Rice University and its affiliates without compensation to you. \nYou release Rice University and its affiliates and their successors\, assigns and licensees from any liability in connection with such photography\, film or other recording. \nDo not enter this area if you do not wish to be subject to the foregoing. \n 
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/mercury-fund-at-the-ion-day-1/
LOCATION:Ion – Forum Stairs\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Founders & Startups,Investors & Capital,Keynote,Mentorship,Networking
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