Build Blue is back and better than ever!
Do you want to build something people actually want, meet cool people, or join our vast network of founders and investors? If so, then Build Blue is for YOU! 🫵
Last semester, Build Blue was simply a string of coworking sessions in preparation for Demo Day. This semester, we’re making it much bigger: it’s more than Ship-It’s and coworking. Instead, it’s a whole month of events revolving around building – meetups, office hours, coworking, networking, resources – V1 is opening up all our resources for all builders in our community. 🌟
If you want to build something, join Build Blue to meet other builders to see the collision of ideas and keep each other accountable. If you are not building but just want to meet cool people, join Build Blue to come to our founder socials. If you are already building something, join Build Blue to take advantage of our founder and investor networks. The bottom line: as long as you’re about it, you’re in!
Learn more about our Build Blue revamp here!
Here’s what you’ll get from being in the Build Blue program:
🤝 Dive into Michigan’s entrepreneurship ecosystem: Build Blue is open to everyone at Michigan. You’ll meet like-minded entrepreneurs and work with some of the strongest builders on campus!
👭 Access to V1’s expansive network and resources: You’ll get a builder starter kit, access to workshops, and direct mentorship at our weekly Ship-Its. This is accompanied by exclusive office hours and chats with founders & VCs!
📣 Amplify your digital presence: We're shouting your achievements from the digital rooftops — Twitter, LinkedIn, and beyond. Get ready for your spotlight!
🥇 Opportunity to win Demo Day: compete alongside the top Michigan builders for the chance to win up to $500 in funding to continue your product!
🍽️ Weekly dinners after Ship-It: join us for food, fun conversations, and the chance to connect with fellow builders in an informal setting!
At the conclusion of the program, ZLI and V1 will host Demo Day, where all Build Blue Teams will have the chance to showcase their impressive and innovative projects. This provides a unique opportunity for the top teams to present their creations and network with investors and local entrepreneurs. Whether you’re looking for your first customers, your first venture check, your first engineer, or your first idea, you will find it at Demo Day.
Sounds like a plan? Here’s the deal 👇
Mar 17-22: Applications Open
Mar 22: Application CLOSES at 11:59PM
Mar 23: All participants notified
Mar 23: Program starts 🚀 — Weekly Ship-Its, Founder Meetups, Office Hours with VCs, etc.
April 17: Demo Day/Prizes announced
Take advantage of this opportunity to build something, meet new people, and dive into Michigan’s builder community. The program runs from March 23 to April 17, so be sure to apply before March 22th at 11:59 PM. 🛠️
Interested? Learn more here! 🚀
Questions? team@v1michigan.com