Kristen Fitch
@switchfitch
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Originated in Buffalo/Niagara, adopted by Philadelphia. Produce enthusiast. Unusually long arms. Opinions always my own.
Philadelphia, PA
Joined January 2009
Correct headline: Party’s Over
Party City is going out of business. The chain plans to close all of its stores after nearly 40 years in business, and corporate employees were told today is their last day of employment.
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"The @UCScienceCenter approach combines industry insight, clinical partnerships and strategic guidance to help founders gain the understanding and relationships they need to succeed," says @switchfitch in this guest post. Learn more:
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The University City Science Center's US Market Access Program helps international founders gain traction stateside.
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Flashy marketing. Bright lights. Oversized checks. Misguided outcomes. Our Capital Readiness Program offers many things to health tech founders, but a pitch competition isn’t one of them. Here's why.
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Flashy marketing. Bright lights. Oversized checks. Misguided outcomes. Pitch competitions and demo days are fixtures in the startup ecosystem. They get…
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🎉We're excited to announce the #NucleusAwards2024 honorees! Join us on Sept. 24 as we celebrate @BonKu, Michael Burychka, Danae Mobley, and @DanRhoton for their work within #Philadelphia’s innovation ecosystem. https://t.co/g1OG2efehQ
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👖 ➡ “If you want to just sit back, fly off the seat of your pants, and hope for the best, I would NOT go to CRP... but if you want to have the #startup become an actual business, then this is the first place to start.” 💯 -CRP Alumni Apply now: https://t.co/IrVVVc2s6T
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📢 Big news: 10 innovative startups from the US and UK have been selected for the June cohort of the Science Center’s Capital Readiness Program, sponsored by @cozen_oconnor! These exceptional health tech companies are coming to Philadelphia for a transformative 5-day bootcamp:
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Students obtain theoretical knowledge in school, but without an opportunity to put it into practice, they don’t benefit from experiencing the real-world implications. For 10 years, @codedbykids & @UCScienceCenter have addressed the other half of this formula for learning.
A pair of tech educators urge city and business leaders to make Philly’s job market ready for young technologists — or risk losing them. https://t.co/joOsIU6z0P
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Know someone exceptional? This year, @UCScienceCenter invites you to nominate changemakers! #NucleusAwards2024 presented by @CSL will celebrate four visionary leaders for their work within the Philadelphia STEM ecosystem. More info: https://t.co/lepADRDZ1h
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The Science Center’s FirstHand program connects Philadelphia middle and high school students to hands-on science. There are no grades or homework here: it’s a professional lab where kids can see themselves as scientists. Meet Jackie and Aisha: https://t.co/4ob2iGO5au
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Two people are leaning over an electrophoresis machine in a lab: they’re using positive and negative electrodes to sort out DNA based on their molecular…
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Cloud cover did not prevent my mind from being sufficiently blown by the eclipse.
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Was just reminiscing about the 2018 solar eclipse in Philly and the 2011 earthquake got jealous.
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It's the last day to apply for the upcoming 2024/25 Founders Fellowship cohort, so don't delay! Life science entrepreneurs receive: 💵 $50,000 annual stipend 👩🔬Access to @cicnow lab space 🧠Hands-on learning & expert guidance 🤠And more! Details here: https://t.co/epRURd71QQ
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Meet the 10 companies selected & investors tapped for the next cohort of our Capital Readiness Program! Info: https://t.co/JBhiPl2oHl Alpine Health, @AltheiaInc, Endomedix, Hera Health Solutions, LastMinute, @OatmealhealthAI, @pearlantigenics, Percy, @SyntrHealth, TYBR Health
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Of all the reports I’ve worked on over the years, I'm most proud of the stories, stats, and impact represented in this one.
Our 2023 Impact Report is here! 🎉It showcases our impact over the last year, while also celebrating 60 years of innovation at the Science Center. Access the report for the impressive stats and stories that defined this year: https://t.co/DMS17F5ORz
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Don't miss our official SXSW session at the @AmplifyPhilly House! ⚡ Roberto Rodriguez, Archna Sahay, Eli Velasquez & Christopher Wink will dispel investment myths that stifle a startup’s ability to raise capital early in the commercialization lifecycle. https://t.co/5L8tOD00ap
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See you at @sxsw! Catch Kristen Fitch and Eli Velasquez in Austin March 6-12. Don’t miss our panel on Sunday, March 10th at the @AmplifyPhilly Myth Busting: Startup Capital panel to hear expert insights on raising capital in a down market. https://t.co/hYwKRhDkC6
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As we gear up for @sxsw, we want to send a shout out to our incredible Amplify Philly Board Members! ⚡️ Amanda Arroyo ⚡️ Kristen Fitch ⚡️ Melanie Hidalgo-Britt (Not Pictured) ⚡️ Heidi Franklin ⚡️ Michelle Freeman ⚡️ Nicole Pumphrey Read more below! https://t.co/43dWVG2YZ6
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Same Moon Lander, same
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AMPLIFY PHILLY HOUSE 🤝 NEW #SXSW2024 LOCATION We're at an all new spot for @sxsw '24! This year we'll be at the The Stay Put - 73 Rainey St, Austin, TX Stop by March 10th to see how we transform this new venue into all things Philly!📍 https://t.co/mMKzBapfmi
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