RDSW-The First Flight Path: Navigating Idea to Market

​Innovation is a marathon, not a sprint. Join us at First Flight Venture Center for an engaging session designed to pull back the curtain on what it actually takes to move from a raw scientific idea to a functioning, market-ready startup.

​This event is part of Raleigh-Durham Startup Week, a community-driven conference that supports founders and celebrates entrepreneurship across the region. Learn more at raleighdurhamstartupweek.com.
Agenda Highlights:

​The Triangle Ecosystem: A high-level overview of First Flight’s mission and our pivotal role in supporting regional founder-innovators.

​Mentor/Mentee Spotlight: A deep dive into the "Journey from Idea to Startup" featuring Meme Keelen (Tessefi Medical) and Navigator Ricardo Schleske.

​Accelerating Growth: Learn how the Navigator program helps early-stage founders overcome technical and business hurdles.

​Resources & Access: Discover the full range of FFVC programs designed to empower founders and companies.

​Why Attend?

​Whether you are a researcher with a breakthrough or a first-time founder, you will leave with real-world examples of how to navigate mentorship, infrastructure, and funding pathways. We will conclude with a call to action on how to apply for our next Propeller cohort.