An inside look at Namrata Singhal's founder journey from Wall Street to Consumer AI 📱 🪄

June 6, 2024

Hello and welcome back to the StartupNWA Release Notes! 🌟 The pulse of innovation is racing in Northwest Arkansas, and we want to make sure you're in-tha-know. 🚀✨

As a reminder, we have an exciting opportunity for Northwest Arkansas founders and funders: A dedicated startup and VC coworking space is launching in Downtown Bentonville! If you're interested in becoming a part of this vibrant hub, submit an interest form to join the community.

Read up on the latest events, news, and launches (like the new Dickson & Main Fund I!) happening throughout the Northwest Arkansas startup ecosystem.

Let’s connect, grow, and innovate together, turning potential into reality in the heart of Northwest Arkansas. 🤝🔗

Inside This Issue:

Announcements & Celebrations
Featured Event: From Interest to Investment
Upcoming Events and Opportunities
A Founder's Perspective: Namrata Singhal

💰 46VC Launches Dickson & Main Fund I

For early-stage tech founders with a strategic connection to the UA and broader Arkansas entrepreneurial ecosystem

👥 FemPAQ Makes Customer Connections at Match Making Event

FemPAQ made a strong impression at the Arkansas Economic Development Commission Business Matching Event in Little Rock

🗺️ High Street Equity Partners Reveals Arkansas VC Market Map

The latest visual market map showcases the vibrant VC ecosystem that's fueling innovation and growth across the state of Arkansas

🚀 Fuel's Cyber Security Cohort Begins

A dynamic 10-week, in-person accelerator program designed exclusively for trailblazing startups in the realm of cybersecurity

Do you have a milestone to celebrate? Email us to be featured. We want to celebrate with you!

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June 6

From Interest to Investment: Insights from VCs

This event is an expert-led panel discussion designed to demystify the world of venture capital and provide aspiring investors, venture capitalists, angel investors, entrepreneurs, and anyone interested in building an investment portfolio with the knowledge and tools essential for success.

Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable insights, network with peers, and advance your investing journey!

Registration is free but required.

REGISTER FOR EVENT

June 6

Build In Tulsa Techstars Demo Day

Check out an incredible showcase of groundbreaking startups at the Build In Tulsa Techstars Demo Day, followed by reception.

June 9

NWA Female Founders June Meet Up

Monthly meet up of Female Founders and Business Owners in Northwest Arkansas. Locations rotate - always at a woman owned business.

June 12

1 Million Cups

Join us at 1 Million Cups Bentonville, where local entrepreneurs gather to share their stories, ideas, and challenges over a cup of coffee!

June 18

Networking Happy Hour at The Botanical

Connect with small business owners, entrepreneurs, and innovators over drinks at Bentonville's newest international sports pub!

June 27

Supply Chain Happy Hour

Join Ox, SupplyPike, and Plug & Play for their monthly Supply Chain Happy Hour to network with like minded individuals in the community. 4:30-6:30 at Bike Rack.

July 19

Catapult Business Conference for Women

A business conference for women who are craving deeper connections with like-minded women who understand what owning a business is like.

Day 1 is free with an RSVP. Day 2 access is $47.

Register for Conference

From Wall Street to Bentonville – Pioneering Tech Solutions for Moms

Meet Namrata Singhal, a former hedge fund manager turned dynamic tech entrepreneur in Northwest Arkansas. Namrata Singhal is using her sharp financial skills to innovate Poppins, a startup designed to ease the daily challenges of motherhood through technology.

Learn about:
👥 the power of community feedback
🚀 navigating new industry challenges
💪 making a tangible difference for moms

Join us for an inspiring story of adaptation and impact!

Namrata Singhal (Poppins for Moms)

READ NAMRATA'S FULL STORY

✏️ A special note to our startups: We're eager to support your journey—whether it's connecting with customers, accessing vital resources, or scaling your operations in NWA. Drop us a line to tell us about your upcoming raise or if there are customer connections that we can assist with. We’re here to help!

StartupNWA is part of the Northwest Arkansas Council—a private, nonprofit organization working to advance job opportunities, talent recruitment, physical infrastructure, health care, and quality of life.