TECHNICALLY SPEAKING is about discussing all the different things/decisions/considerations that go into building your tech team - understanding that being a successful startup that is heavily dependent on tech, your decisions to hire may be based on talent level, chemistry and experience. However, a lot of times you need to hire for style and cache' (investors sometimes look at your tech team as your greatest asset and having a star team could be millions of dollars difference when raising capital.).
We will have BEER (provided by WeWork), Pizza, Beverages and Snacks available!
6-6:45pm: Welcome & Pre-Networking
6:45p-8:00pm: Fireside Chat + Q&A;
8:00-9:00pm: Networking
 
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We've invited these innovators to come share with you their insights helping your startup start RIGHT!
+ Hiring your team (Get it Right the First Time!)+ Making your startup attractive to investors (through your tech team!)+ What you need to consider when putting your team together+ How to make sure your team stays knowledgeable about the ever changing tech landscape+ Working with interns (How to find or grow superstars)+ What do developers, designers, tech professionals look for in a startup?As well as other relevant topics! And...Of course as ALWAYS, we invite you to bring your questions for our amazing panel!
Tweet us @sceneprnyc #technicallyspeakingnyc
Our participants include*:
JEREMY SNEPARCEO/Co-Founder - The New York Code + Design Academy
Jeremy Snepar is the CEO & Co-Founder of the New York Code + Design Academy. At the NYCDA, Jeremy focuses on making technology and programming education accessible to people of all ages and backgrounds. Concerned with the lack of computer science education throughout our school systems from elementary through college, Jeremy launched the Code + Design Academy to fill the gap and he believes that understanding the languages that power the digital economy are becoming increasingly important in the 21st century.
Prior to the New York Code + Design Academy, Jeremy was the Executive Vice President of the New York Film Academy. Before NYFA, Jeremy advised numerous digital media and technology companies on business plans, fundraising and M&A; at MESA.
Jeremy studied economics at Cornell University and currently lives in New York City where he enjoys biking around Central Park, cooking recipes inspired by David Chang and spending time with his family and friends.
Learn More:http://nycda.com/https://twitter.com/JeremySnepar
 
JESSICA PERILLACEO - JPD Studio & Founder, #PoweredByHer
At the helm of JPD Studio is Jessica Perilla, an award-winning entrepreneur and designer in New York City. With a background in both programming and design – she holds degrees in multi-media development, management and graphic design. She launched JPD Studio in January 2007 to help launch stunning websites and powerful brands for organizations in health, education and women’s empowerment.
Jessica is also the founder of #PoweredByHer, an initiative of JPD Studio designed to celebrate, showcase and support the efforts of girls in technology. The show and tell platform features the work of their first non profit partner Girls Who Code. #PoweredByHer envisions a world with equal gender representation in the field of technology.
Learn More:http://www.jpdstudio.comhttp://www.poweredbyher.com
 
FREDA L. THOMASBusiness Coach/Advisor, Freda L. Thomas Consulting
Freda L. Thomas is a strategic leader with twenty plus years of experience as a business coach/advisor. Freda has extensive expertise helping businesses become more efficient and effective at running a business.
Thomas has designed a strategic growth process that serves as the blueprint for a company’s future growth and direction. To aid business growth, she has designed a staff recruitment process that identifies highly effective employees based on behavioral characteristics as well as essential skills. As a business process engineer, Freda reviews her clients current business processes and develops new methods to improve productivity, efficiency, and operational costs.
Learn More:http://www.consultflt.com/http://www.facebook.com/ConsultwithFredaT
 
ANTHONY M. VERNA IIIAttorney at Law, Verna Law
Anthony M. Verna III, is an Attorney at Law at Verna Law, providing business-driven intellectual property counseling, IP portfolio management & business advisory services that are tailored to meet the needs of startups, established brands and everything in between.
While registration, protection, defense and prosecution of trademarks, copyrights and other intellectual property is an essential part of any legitimate business, they must be part of a comprehensive strategy that will enable steady, unfettered growth. With a strong focus on trademark, copyright, entertainment, and advertising law, Anthony M. Verna provides global intellectual property counseling and services.
Anthony M. Verna III is a member of the New York and New Jersey Bars, as well as the U.S. District Court Southern District of New York. He is a sought-after business speaker, including regular appearances at the World Board Gaming Championships, Business Marketing Association of New Jersey, and Columbian Lawyers Association.
A leader in his field, Anthony M. Verna III has lead multiple continuing education classes and professional development seminars including Intellectual Property Law for Small Law Firms at Rutgers Law School-Camden and Advanced Trademark Trial & Appeal Board Techniques and Practicing before Trademark Trial & Appeal Board TTAB for Lawline.com as well as Copyright Basics: The Nuts & Bolts for the Jenkins Law Libary. His paper, “www.WhatsInA.Name” was published in the Seton Hall Journal of Sports & Entertainment Law.
Learn More:http://vernalaw.comhttp://facebook.com/anthonyvernalaw
 
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