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April 25, 2024 – Haptech, a New Orleans-based company that makes electromagnetic recoil systems for training, said it has been awarded three contracts to develop and deliver weapon simulators for use by the U.S. Army and Marine Corps. These three contracts, awarded since last July, will bring over $11 million in new U.S. military contracts to downtown New Orleans before the end of this year. The company has expanded to 20 current full-time, local staff members and plans to add 10 more positions before the end of the year. “We spent almost a decade perfecting Haptech’s electronic recoil system ..read more

April 13, 2024 – Falaya Real Estate, a Louisiana proptech innovator, has made headlines by winning the prestigious IDEApitch competition during New Orleans Entrepreneur Week. This victory not only highlights Falaya’s potential but also resulted in a $250,000 investment opportunity from The Idea Village’s new ‘Momentum Fund’. The company’s success solidifies its position as the most fundable startup in Louisiana… Read the full announcement here. The post Louisiana Proptech Startup Falaya Wins IDEApitch, Secures $250,000 Investment Opportunity appeared first on Startup Nola ..read more

The 2024 Greater New Orleans Startup Report Survey is now live and the Albert Lepage Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Tulane University invites entrepreneurs, founders and small business owners to submit their response. The GNO Startup Report serves as a crucial tool in understanding and defining our region’s small business and startup ecosystem and informs important decisions regarding policy and investments. Your insights and experiences as a business owner are invaluable to our community. The deadline for the survey is April 30, 2024. It takes approximately 30-40 minutes to com ..read more

New Orleans is not only a city rich in culture and history but also a vibrant hub for entrepreneurship. If you’ve been dreaming of starting your own business in New Orleans, this comprehensive guide will walk you through the step-by-step process, from generating your initial idea to launching your product or service. Step 1: Idea Generation Identify Your Passion and Skills: Start by reflecting on what you’re passionate about and what skills you possess. Market Research: Investigate potential business ideas by researching market trends, competition, and consumer needs in New Orleans. Brainstor ..read more

The award is the highest level of national recognition that a minority business enterprise can receive. Obatala Sciences announced today it has received the Minority Health Products and Services Firm of the Year Award from the U.S. Department of Commerce. This national award will be presented at the National MED Week Conference by the Minority Business Development in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Trivia Frazier, Co-founder, President, and CEO of Obatala Sciences will be on hand to receive the honor. “I am both honored and humbled to accept this award on behalf of Obatala Sciences,” Dr. Frazier ..read more