TechUnited:BetterX Summit
A part the North to Shore Festival
Thursday, June 22, 2023
NJPAC, Newark, NJ
BetterX: Building a Better Future for All
TechUnited’s BetterX programming was created to leverage technology, innovation, and regional strengths to solve our greatest challenges.
BetterX programming marquee experiences are the startup challenges, which provide innovators with a cash prize, executive mentorship and connections, and brand exposure.
The BetterX Summit convenes local innovators & global leaders to inspire, grow, & build a better future for all.
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BetterX Summit
Join us for a summit focused on the best ways to inspire growth and innovation in New Jersey.
While you’ll have ample opportunities to network & pitch, the event agenda will focus on inspiring talks from global tech leaders, successful founders, and investors.
Speakers
Massimo Peselli
Verizon
Vince Hudson
Faith Taylor
Vinit Bharara
Aaron Price
Aaron Price
Dr. Shihab Kuran
Aaron Price
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Our team is dedicated to serving the technology and life science companies of the state and region with a host of educational events/programs, networking opportunities and recognition celebrations.
Our team is dedicated to serving the technology and life science companies of the state and region with a host of educational events/programs, networking opportunities and recognition celebrations.
Agenda
12:30 PM | Check-In, Networking, & Startup Alley
Check-in and checkout the cool new startups building their tech right here in Newark.
Aaron Price
CEO, TechUnited
Founder, Propelify
Dr. John Smith
President, New Jersey City University
Dr. John Smith
President, New Jersey City University
1:30 PM | Welcome Remarks
TechUnited CEO Aaron Price shares the history of the TechUnited:NJ & the BetterX programs.
Aaron Price
CEO, TechUnited
Founder, Propelify
Dr. John Smith
President, New Jersey City University
Dr. John Smith
President, New Jersey City University
1:45 PM | The Newark Advantage
Financial innovators share their predictions and calls to action for the future of financial security, democratization, & innovation.
Citi Medina
Founder, EQUAL SPACE
Aaron Meyerson
Chief Innovation Economy Office & Director of Broadband, City of Newark
Kathy Naasz
Vice President Strategic Partnerships & Entrepreneurship NJII
Aaron Price
CEO, TechUnited Founder, Propelify
2:15 PM | Solving Sustainability’s Biggest Challenges
Startups and big corporates alike are turning their attention to opportunities to reduce emissions & leverage clean energy in the supply chain. Dive into the challenges facing this industry, and how the tech community can help.
Faith Taylor
VP, Global Sustainability Officer, Kyndryl
President, Women@NJPAC
Dr. Shihab Kuran
CEO, Power Edison
Steve Socolof
Managing Partner
Tech Council Ventures
2:45 PM | More than Mojo
From Diapers.com to Some Spider, Vinit has sold and grown business for over ten years. His newest venture, in partnership with household names like ARod, is the first ever licensed sports stock market. Find out why this new venture has the biggest upside yet, starting right here in New Jersey.
Aaron Price
CEO, TechUnited
Founder, Propelify
Vinit Bharara
CEO & Founder, Mojo
Dr. John Smith
President, New Jersey City University
3:15 PM | What Opportunities 5G Connectivity Provides to Startups
Explore the potential market opportunities for startups created by the adoption and evolution of 5G.
Massimo Peselli
Chief Revenue Officer, Verizon Business
Tom Bergeron
Editor & Founder/Owner at ROI-NJ
Dr. John Smith
President, New Jersey City University
3:45 PM | Technology’s Role in Growing your Business
How much do social media and business tech tools impact the way we do business, maintain relationships, and provide education?
Vince Hudson
Head of NA Business Marketing, Meta
Marci Hopkins
Host, Creator & Executive Producer of Wake Up with Marci, Author
Aaron Price
CEO, TechUnited
Founder, Propelify
Dr. John Smith
President, New Jersey City University
4:15 PM | Accelerating Wellness: Hardware, AI and Diverse Founders
This expert explains the importance of tech and innovation surrounding hardware and AI which all supports building a better outcome for those in the healthcare industry.
Dr. Cheryl Robinson
Founder, Ready2Roar
Dr. Cheryl Robinson
Founder, Ready2Roar
Ducan Turner
General Partner, SOSV
Managing Director, HAX
Duncan Turner
General Partner, SOSV
Managing Director, HAX
4:45 PM | Emerging Startup Showcase
Three startups will be presenting their pitch & sharing their entrepreneurial journeys.
Mecca Imani
Founder, GroTru
Alex Simeon
Founder & CEO, MoneyUp
Dr. John Smith
Founder, Chrysalis
Erin Petersen
Founder, Chrysalis Farms
5:30 PM | Happy Hour
This happy hour is cohosted with Women@NJPAC.
Aaron Price
CEO, TechUnited
Founder, Propelify
Vinit Bharara
CEO & Founder, Mojo
Dr. John Smith
President, New Jersey City University
7:00 PM | Additional Ticketed Experience: Daymond John Keynote
TechUnited:BetterX Summit Keynote: Daymond John – A Better Future for All Starts with Entrepreneurship
After the BetterX Summit, get your ticket to the big finale – a keynote with Daymond John, star of Shark Tank! Purchase your tickets here.
Daymond John
Entrepreneur, Investor, CEO, Author
Aaron Price
CEO, TechUnited
Founder, Propelify
Dr. John Smith
President, New Jersey City University
Sponsors
Registration: 2023 TechUnited:BetterX Summit Attendance
Please note that registration doesn’t include a ticket to Daymond John’s keynote.
Tech @ North to Shore
The TechUnited Catalyst Awards are a part of the tech programming available at the new statewide festival, North to Shore. North to Shore is a collaboration with NJPAC, Montclair Film Festival, Newark Film Festival, & many local venues, creators, and artists to showcase innovation, talent, & community in New Jersey. To learn more, visit northtoshore.com