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There is now a CONTENT FREEZE for Mercury while we switch to a new platform. It began on Friday, March 10 at 6pm and will end on Wednesday, March 15 at noon. No new content can be created during this time, but all material in the system as of the beginning of the freeze will be migrated to the new platform, including users and groups. Functionally the new site is identical to the old one. webteam@gatech.edu
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Flashpoint Accepting Applications for Batch 5
1st Round Deadline: August 15, 2014
Flashpoint at Georgia Tech is now accepting applications for the Fall 2014 Batch.
Flashpoint is a rigorous management and education program that works closely with founders to create successful companies. Using a process we call startup engineering, Flashpoint helps founders build startups with authentic demand, reduced risks, lower costs, and a better chance of success.
Since it began in 2012, Flashpoint has developed a strong reputation for producing successful startups. Its companies have attracted close to 65 MM in commitments from angels and investors, including ff Venture Capital, Kleiner Perkins, Google Ventures, Andreesen Horowitz, Sigma Partners, Bessemer Venture Partners, and New World Ventures.
You can find the application, and additional information about the program here:
http://flashpoint.gatech.edu/apply