The University of Louisville Konexon's Community Portal is here to provide information and resources for entrepreneurs, and those who think they may want to be entrepreneurs, to assist in the commercialization of meaningful technologies.  

THIS PORTAL IS NOT OFFICIALLY SANCTIONED OR MAINTAINED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE.  IT IS PROVIDED AS A THIRD PARTY RESOURCE TO HELP IDENTIFY AND ACCESS RESOURCES THAT COULD HELP STUDENTS, FACULTY, OR OUTSIDE ENTREPRENEURS.  

The WKU Konexon's Community Portal is here to provide a resource to entrepreneurs and those who may want to be an entrepreneur for the commercialization of new technologies.  The portal is managed by the WKU Research Foundation and is here to help. 

The WKU Research Foundation (RF) Board is composed of members with expertise in various areas of science, technology, entrepreneurship, business development, economic development, and fundraising.  Because of the expertise of its members, this Board has the potential to connect resources to advance initiatives developed at WKU by faculty and students.  For example, these resources could include:

• Digital Marketing

• The Kentucky Innovation Network

• Bowling Green Chamber of Commerce

• Regional Small Business Development Center

• Intellectual Property Committee

• Engineering and Manufacturing Commercialization Center

• WKU Student Business Accelerator

• Regional Entrepreneurs

• Others

The RF Board is interested in facilitating the connection of these resources to several campus initiatives that will support their growth and long term viability.

The Morehead Space Science Center Konexon's Community Portal provides information and resources for entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs.  You will be able to find the information and resources you need to commercialize technologies here.  

At the heart of MSU's Department of Physics, Earth Science and Space Systems Engineering is the Ronald G. Eaglin Space Science Center (SSC). The facility houses state-of-the-art equipment and laboratories that will give you valuable hands-on learning experiences. The Space Science Center is home to MSU's Program of Distinction, the Bachelor of Science in Space Systems Engineering.

MSU's Space Science Center was recently named the best aerospace research and development center in Kentucky by Southern Business and Development magazine, beating out research and development programs at Eastern Kentucky University, the University of Kentucky and the University of Louisville.

The SSC has become an important center for research in nanosatellite technologies. CubeSats are "loaf of bread" or smaller-sized nanosatellites that have become the defacto world-wide standard for small satellite technologies. CubeSats are 10 x 10 x 10 cm (or by 20 or 30 cm in length) satellites that weigh under 1 kg per unit. The recent evolution of micro/nanotechnologies and microelectronics has facilitated the development of these inexpensive, highly capable small satellites that are now being flown by NASA, the U.S. Department of Defense, aerospace companies and universities around the globe. CubeSats, including those developed at the SSC, are used for a wide variety of applications ranging from tactical defense to scientific research (including astrophysics research and Earth phenomena and resource monitoring) to practical applications ranging from communications to relaying data from ground sensors. CubeSats are considered "disruptive technology" by the world-wide aerospace industry because they can provide some of the same services as conventional satellites at a fraction of the cost and with short development times - and MSU is at the forefront of this emerging technology.

The Sheltowee Christian Entrepreneurs is a Community Portal that provides resources and information for Christian entrepreneurs.  In Timoty 3:14 it says: "But evil men and seducers shall wax worse and worse, deceiving, and being deceived".  We see this more and more each day.  So many individuals and organizations are telling us that our belief in our Saviour and moral framework is flawed.  These voices are becoming louder and more militant.  This Community is here to provide resources, inspiration and help for Christian brothers and sisters who have chosen to walk the entrepreneurial path.  

We invite all Christian brothers and sisters to join us in our efforts to help entrepreneurs build their businesses.  We will work together to build businesses that help humanity, and reflect the love of Christ at the same time.  The Sheltowee Christian Entrepreneurs Community Portal is supported by Sheltowee LLC.  

Romans 12:6-8 "We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your faith; if it is serving, then serve; if it is teaching, then teach; if it is to encourage, then give encouragement; if it is giving, then give generously; if it is to lead, do it diligently; if it is to show mercy, do it cheerfully."

WORK HAS CHANGED.

WORK IS NO LONGER A PLACE YOU GO — WORK IS A STATE OF MIND.

Hopewell Louisville offers a new way to work. With flexible workspaces and exceptional service, we’re redesigning the concept of work experience one work day at a time.

The AccelerateKY Connect. Inform. Inspire. Community Portal, has been established for the participants of the October 15th event and for those interested in participating with AccelerateKY in assisting entrepreneurs and innovators from across the Commonwealth of Kentucky.  

The Sheltowee Network is the entity that holds the for profit pieces of the Sheltowee Ecosystem which includes the Sheltowee Business Network, the Sheltowee Angel Network, the Sheltowee Venture Fund and the Sheltowee Medical Device Fund.

The Sheltowee Angel Network helps establish angel investing groups in different communities.  We currently have groups in Knoxville, Nashville and Louisville and will be expanding in the coming months.  

The Sheltowee Venture Fund invests in very early stage companies.  We work closely with the Sheltowee Business Network and make monetary capital investments in coordination with human capital investments from the Sheltowee Business Network.  The companies listed in this Community Portal are part of the Sheltowee Venture Fund's portfolio.  The Sheltowee Venture Fund I has a model similar to a Venture Studio model where we invest in companies at a very early stage and work the Sheltowee Community to move the companies forward.    

The Louisville Healthcare CEO Council (LHCC) is excited to announce the Healthcare Ventures Challenge powered by AARP Innovation Labs. LHCC is seeking proposals for innovations that address barriers to Affordable Healthcare Solutions for older adults. 6-8 finalists will be selected to present at a virtual Healthcare Ventures Challenge on August 5th, 2021. Finalists will have the opportunity to showcase their interventions to investors and healthcare executives that span the entire continuum of care. One winner will be selected to move forward and pitch at the AARP Innovation Labs Grand Finale Pitch Competition this fall.