(http://www.startupamericapartnership.org)
Today, the fast-growing startups of EventFarm, HyperVocal, and FIGHTER
Interactive, who have joined forces to launch "StartUp RockOn," are
proud to announce a partnership with Startup America on their events
at the Republican and Democratic National Conventions. StartUp RockOn
is a series of events highlighting the importance of America's
start-up community to the future of the nation. The Grammy-winning
band, The Roots, have signed on as the headliner for StartUp RockOn at
the DNC in Charlotte.
As a growing movement focused on providing startups with access to the
resources and networks they need to succeed, Startup America will be
focused on bringing in startups, partners and experts to the events at
the conventions to highlight the vitality of America's startup
economy.
Startup America CEO, Scott Case, stated, "As the RNC and DNC capture
the attention of the country, it's imperative to highlight the
importance of startups to our national economy, and we're incredibly
excited to partner with EventFarm, HyperVocal and FIGHTER Interactive
-- three hard-working startups themselves -- to do just that."
Launching at the Republican and Democratic National Conventions
through a thrilling series of events where conventioneers will want to
be and be seen, StartUp RockOn will combine exciting live music &
programmed events by day and night to bring together entrepreneurs,
policymakers, celebrities, and other VIPs. Startups will be
highlighted, as well as given a chance to meet and learn from those
that have come before them.
The StartUp RockOn leadership team stated, "From a garage band to
culture-shifting software, from next-generation media companies to
21st century energy solutions, the greatest American success stories
start (and will start) through ingenuity, creativity, hard work and
perseverance. StartUp RockOn honors the entrepreneurs of America's
bright future."
As the exciting series of events begin to be announced, the legendary
band, The Roots, have signed on to headline StartUp RockOn at the
Democratic Convention. Details of the RNC events are yet to be
announced.
In addition to these stand-out events, the StartUp RockOn Challenge
will help bolster one national and one local startup with a seed
grant, ensuring the legacy of StartUp RockOn at the Conventions will
live beyond two weeks in Charlotte and Tampa.
Current partners/sponsors of StartUp RockOn include: Microsoft,
WordPress, Entertainment Software Association, America's Natural Gas
Alliance, Southern Company, and MassChallenge.
For partner and sponsorship opportunities, please contact the StartUp
RockOn team at info@startuprockon.com(mailto:info@startuprockon.com).
About Startup America PartnershipThe Startup America Partnership is a
growing national movement of thousands of founders, experts and
resources providing startups access to the corporations, investors,
and services they need to grow. Launched at the White House in early
2011, the Partnership brings together startups and local champions
from around the country focused on creating successful networks for
young, high-growth companies to thrive. AOL co-founder Steve Case
chairs the Partnership and the Kauffman and Case Foundations are its
founding partners. American Airlines, American Express OPEN, Dell
Inc., Intuit Inc., Microsoft and NYSE Euronext are corporate sponsors.
For more information on the Partnership, visit
www.s.co(http://www.s.co/) and follow us @startupamerica and
www.facebook.com/startupamerica(http://www.facebook.com/startupamerica).
About EventFarm EventFarm is taking the events industry by storm and
has set out to revolutionize online ticketing, electronic invitations,
and guest registration. Founded by event producers who were frustrated
by the solutions today's market offers, the company develops online
and mobile tools that event planners need to be successful. In the
last 16 months, EventFarm has quickly developed a very high profile
client list including: Facebook, Google, Bentley, Hermes, Time Inc.,
Conde Naste, BET, Audi, and many more. The platform is unique in its
ability to be fully customized and fully electronic -- eliminating the
need for any printed material. Recently, music venues have also begun
turning to EventFarm since traditional ticketing services have not
evolved and don't offer mobile solutions. In addition to co-producing
StartUp RockOn, EventFarm has partnered with Bloomberg Government, and
will be releasing free mobile Apps for attendees of the 2012 RNC and
DNC. Visit EventFarm at www.eventfarm.com(http://www.eventfarm.com/)
and follow us @eventfarmhand and
www.facebook.com/eventfarm(http://www.facebook.com/eventfarm).
About HyperVocalHyperVocal, LLC is a next-generation media company
that brings quality sharable content to all its readers. Its network
of digital properties, including the flagship HyperVocal.com, provides
the Facebook Generation with a comprehensive look at the
hyper-frenetic, attention-deficit news cycle. Founded by two news and
Internet veterans, Slade Sohmer and Lee Brenner, the HyperVocal
Network is growing quickly. Since its beta launch in late 2010,
HyperVocal.com has amassed millions of page views, signed on a full
network of contributors and developed partnerships with large media
companies and some of the country's top non-profits. As part of its
business strategy and philanthropic urges, HyperVocal donates a
portion of company profits to education and literacy programs. Check
out HyperVocal at www.hypervocal.com(http://www.hypervocal.com/) and
follow us @hypervocal and
www.facebook.com/hypervocal(http://www.facebook.com/hypervocal).
About FIGHTER InteractiveFounded by burgeoning media mogul Kwasi
Asare, acclaimed for his work as the mastermind behind Sean "Diddy"
Combs' online empire at Bad Boy Entertainment and his work with "A
list" artists including Outkast, Ice Cube, Prince, LL Cool J, Wu Tang
Clan, Pharrell, Gnarls Barkley, etc. and transmedia visionary Derrick
Gomez, FIGHTER Interactive publishes and markets celebrity and
brand-driven software, social games & applications for web and mobile
platforms. FIGHTER Interactive develops and supports technology to
engage fans of music, film, TV, fashion and sports in immersive
interactive experiences with their favorite stars and brands. FIGHTER
Interactive's clients include Snoop Dogg and Cashmere Management, Bad
Boy Entertainment, Kiosked, Lil Wayne and Madison Strategic
Integration, DJ Mixer, United Entertainment Group, etc. With offices
in New York City and San Francisco, FIGHTER Interactive connects
Hollywood & Madison Ave to Silicon Valley. Learn more at
www.WeAreFighter.com(http://www.wearefighter.com/) and follow us
@Wearefighter.
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