Last Night's 1st Ever MS Gulf Coast Tech Meetup

It was great! This first ever meetup was attended by 37 local techies. The meet and greet went for 6-9+pm and nobody wanted to leave. Fabulous dialogue! Can't wait for the next meetup in May! Thanks to Alex for organizing the event.

On Taking Risks

RICHARD BRANSON
Founder of the Virgin Group

"Don't be put off by failure. Work really hard to make your idea succeed. If it doesn't, bow out gracefully, and try again."

MSGC Tech Meetup Tonight

Final Call for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Tech (MSGC) Meetup tonight!

Come and join other techies at The Innovation Center from 6-9pm for food, fun and socializing.

Everyone welcome.

Also - Join the Meetup: http://www.meetup.com/MSGC-Tech-Meetup/

or contact Alex Eller at alex.eller88@gmail.com

The Innovation Center Launches New Blog!

The Innovation Center Blog is The Innovation Center’s opportunity to genuinely connect with current and prospective small business owners, engage them and support a culture of authenticity, expertise and resource availability.

Blog posts will address common questions, such as:

1. What are the challenges faced by small business owners both just starting out and seasoned? 
2. How do you get a small business off the ground? 
3. How can owners take their business to the next level? 
4. What are some survival tips for small business owners and employees?

In addition, we invite all small business owners and entrepreneurs to share their experiences.

Blog contributors include Executive Director Stephen Whitt, Office Manager Patty Usry, Gulf Coast Small Business Development Center Counselors Mitch McDowell and Connie Whitt, and South MS Contract Procurement Center Director Marcia McDowell.

Look for a new blog post and answers to your questions every other week! And get to know us even better by visiting our website: www.innovatems.com