Propelify: Innovation and Inspiration

This year, Propelify, powered by the NJTC, teamed up with Brex, a startup making waves for startups. Prior to Brex, founders were forced to use personal debit cards, often facing the risk of maxing out multiple credit cards. In 2017, Brex created a corporate card for founders of early-stage startups that also removed the need of having it personally guaranteed.

Attracting Millennials

Millennials are still looking for employment opportunities. Check out these tips to connect with them and learn how to attract, retain, and manage this important group.

Marketing Campaigns

Payless didn’t “trick” anyone as this headline reads: “Payless tricked ‘influencers’ into paying $600 for $20 shoes at fake ‘Palessi’ store.” Nor did they troll anyone as this one reads: “Payless trolls shoe snobs with fake luxury ‘Palessi’ store.” Palessi created a different value proposition with a different target audience than Payless. This happens everywhere, […](/content/payless-marketing-campaign-earns-media-attention/ "Payless Marketing Campaign Earns Media Attention"/index.html)

Startup Accelerators

In 2018, startup accelerators are no longer a new topic. Startup accelerators have become incredibly popular for early-stage founders and investors. Over the last five years, seemingly every day a new accelerator popped up for a new city, region, or industry. We are now at the point where the startup accelerators themselves being classed into […](/content/3-lesser-known-benefits-of-y-combinator/ "3 Lesser-Known Benefits of Y Combinator"/index.html)

Innovative Services

Nomad is an innovative business that brings top-notch oil change services to your front door. Their goal is to make a stress-free and easy way to pamper your car. We sat down with founder Eric Pearson to learn more about how he got started with Nomad Oil, what struggles he’s had, and how he’s […](/content/top-notch-oil-changes-brought-to-your-door-a-qa-with-nomad-oil-founder-eric-pearson/ "Top Notch Oil Changes Brought To Your Door – A Q&A With Nomad Oil Founder, Eric Pearson"/index.html)

Propelify Innovation Festival Highlights

At the 2018 Propelify Innovation Festival, Propelify and Techonomy partnered up to highlight entrepreneurs and companies focused on solving the world’s biggest challenges, as outlined by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with the Startup Humanity Heroes Competition. The winner of this year’s competition was Biem! Biem is a telemedicine […](/content/shattering-sexual-stigmas-with-biem/ "Shattering Sexual Stigmas with Biem"/index.html)

Automation is changing everything. We know this. In fact, at the 2018 Propelify Innovation Festival, Jeanniey Mullen, Global CMO of Mercer, and Benji Decker, the current Entrepreneur in Residence at Mercer, kicked off their talk by speaking with Warren, Mercer’s AI digital assistant, about the changes automation will bring to the workplace. A few of Warren’s scariest […](/content/the-power-of-people-how-to-build-a-thriving-brand-in-an-automated-world/ "The Power of People: How To Build a Thriving Brand in an Automated World"/index.html)

Today’s healthcare industry landscape offers an especially unique opportunity for technologists, medical professionals, and innovators to collaborate and improve healthcare around the globe. With developments in A.I., technology, and personal data collection, the healthcare industry is wide open for breathtaking innovation and improvements that will help people feel better. At the 2017 Propelify Innovation Festival, […](/content/future-of-healthcare-al-baker-hackensack-university-medical-center/ "Future Of Healthcare | Al Baker, Hackensack University Medical Center"/index.html)

Networking Opportunities

The 2018 Propelify Innovation Festival had over 8,000+ attendees connecting with fellow innovative peers, mentors, potential hires, and investors, 70+ amazing speakers sharing their expert advice on how to grow a business, and tons of tools, opportunities, competitions, cash, and awesome exhibits, all designed to help you turn ideas into action! If you missed out on this […](/content/the-2018-propelify-innovation-festival-in-the-news/ "The 2018 Propelify Innovation Festival in the News"/index.html)

Inspirational Quotes

Want to improve your communication, networking, and pitching skills? Of course you do! Check out some of our favorite quotes from our 2017 Propelify Innovation Festival speakers for practical tips on effective connection and building relationships. […](/content/9-great-quotes-on-effective-communication-networking-and-pitching-from-the-2017-propelify-innovation-festival/ "9 Great Quotes on Effective Communication, Networking, and Pitching from the 2017 Propelify Innovation Festival"/index.html)

Success Stories

At the 2017 Propelify Innovation Festival, Daniel Moskowitz, founder of The Superhero Sales Academy, discussed selling with love, appreciation, and gratitude. Here are three great tips from Daniel on how to amplify sales conversations: […](/content/how-to-have-better-sales-conversations/ "How to Have Better Sales Conversations"/index.html)

James Altucher is an entrepreneur, bestselling author, and angel investor. At the 90th New Jersey Tech Meetup, Altucher shared his nine best pieces of advice: Find the right people, or your business won’t make it. […](/content/james-altuchers-best-advice-for-entrepreneurs/ "James Altucher’s Best Advice for Entrepreneurs"/index.html)

Additionally, Rebecca Price, VP of People at Enigma.com, and Holly Rose Faith, Talent Partner at New Enterprise Associates, provided key insights about standing out in the job market. […](/content/wanna-get-hired-heres-how-to-stand-out-from-the-crowd/ "Wanna Get Hired? Here’s How to Stand Out From the Crowd."/index.html)

Data Science and Society

At the 2017 Propelify Innovation Festival, Justin Hendrix, Executive Director of the NYC MediaLab, moderated a panel discussing the impact of data science on society. […](/content/how-data-science-will-improve-society/ "How Data Science Will Improve Society"/index.html)

Future Trends

Matt Britton, author of "YouthNation: Building Incredible Brands in a Youth-Driven Culture," emphasized the disconnect that often exists between businesses and the Millennial generation. […](/content/millennials-a-z/ "Millennials, A-Z"/index.html)

Chieh’s Leadership Insights

Chieh Huang from BOXED.com drew inspiration from his mother's hard work, emphasizing humble leadership in our everyday lives. In a memorable chat at the NJ TECH event, he shared valuable lessons:

  1. The merit of making connections: Chieh's teaching experience led to unexpected business opportunities later in his career.
  2. Commitment is key: He stressed the importance of persistence for achieving success.
  3. Successful negotiation: Patience is crucial in business dealings.
  4. Identify your WHY: His personal story about empowering employees underscores the impact of supportive leadership.

You can view a recap of his insights here.
Download the video file here.