Vince brings 25 years of relevant entrepreneurial and operating experience in the software and services sectors, including launching and growing two successful software start-ups. He participates in all facets of Cypress’ investment process and actively supports portfolio companies.
Antwon Alsobrook started his journey as an entrepreneur in the early 2000’s specializing in the convergence of utility engineering, telecom and real estate development industries. Over his tenure, he has navigated the various challenges associated with entrepreneurship. Through faith-based perseverance, he has overcome a myriad of personal and business hardships, politically motivated legal challenges and a global financial crisis to establish the nation’s only, African American owned and operated, Fiber Competitive Local Exchange Carrier (Fiber CLEC). With a goal continuing to bridge the digital divide in underserved communities throughout the U.S., his portfolio of companies own and operate over 1000 fiber miles of fiber network infrastructure that serves over 100,000 households. Mr. Alsobrook’s eCommunity™ Fiber Network is the first in the nation to offer fiber-the-home connectivity to service members who live on-base at Fort Eisenhower in Augusta, GA. The eCommunity™ Network will soon offer connectivity to military bases across the nation as well as to the residents and/or service members who live off base.
Mr. Alsobrook is an active Board Member of Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks where he lends his years of experience to assist the executive team with making sound, calculated decisions that impact restaurant and corporate operations, investor relations, facilities development, political engagement, legal strategy and community outreach.
Finally, Mr. Alsobrook is a dedicated husband of 25 years with his wife Monica and father of three children, Imani (22), Madison (17) and Dylan (15).
Nori is the Food Equi-Tech Company bringing fresh food to your sidewalks, workspace, and leisure spots via ultra modern vending
machine. Nori will sell fresh produce & hot meals on command. Because Nori will be operating in a high volume across the city, you
can access our healthy products with a quick walk down the street. On top of that, our hot meals are culturally relevant, our produce is
locally sourced, and products will be available with EBT.
Join us for an inspiring and insightful virtual event, "From Vogt to Growth," featuring Jeremiah Chapman and Raffi Kayat. This special episode delves into the journeys of two remarkable entrepreneurs who have successfully transitioned from winning the Vogt Awards to achieving significant growth in their respective ventures.
About the Speakers:
Jeremiah Chapman: As the founder and CEO of FreshFry, Jeremiah has revolutionized the way restaurants manage their oil usage. FreshFry's innovative products not only enhance food quality but also contribute to sustainability. Jeremiah's story is one of perseverance, innovation, and impactful entrepreneurship.
Raffi Kayat: Co-founder and CEO of Borderless, Raffi has been at the forefront of transforming international payments. Borderless enables seamless cross-border transactions, helping businesses expand globally with ease. Raffi's journey showcases the power of vision and strategic growth.
Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dan Ross-Li, the visionary founder of Affinna, as we explore the trials and triumphs of starting and scaling a startup. In this 45-minute interview, we'll delve into the key strategies behind building innovative products, the importance of speed in today’s competitive market, and the invaluable lessons learned from setbacks. Gain unique insights into the entrepreneurial mindset and gather practical advice for navigating the complex landscape of business leadership.
Amadou Gallo Fall, as President of the Basketball Africa League (BAL), has been instrumental in bringing professional basketball to Africa in a manner that leverages the sport for economic and social development. The BAL, a partnership between the NBA and FIBA, represents a significant step towards globalizing basketball by tapping into Africa's rich talent pool and passionate fan base. This initiative not only promotes the sport across the continent but also stimulates local economies, fosters youth development, and strengthens ties between African countries and the global basketball community.
Edrizio De La Cruz is a Wharton Alum and the first Latino Partner at Y Combinator. His book “The Underdog Founder” shares his odyssey from selling guavas in a Dominican barrio to immigrating to Harlem, then dropping out of college and the U.S. Airforce, to become an aircraft technician to make ends meet. He later returned to college, worked on Wall Street, and earned his MBA from Wharton. After getting his MBA, he started a fintech company, Arcus which he grew and sold to Mastercard, in its largest latam acquisition in history.
Incredible insights from Dr. Stevens Bonhomme as he reveals the secrets behind Feedcoyote's explosive growth, gaining a staggering 10,000 users in just one month. Don't miss this deep dive into rapid user acquisition strategies!"