The Startup Story LIVE to Host Free Online Two-Day Livestream Summit May 14th and May 15th 2020

Live Event Pivots By Moving Online and Eliminating Registration Fees in Response to COVID19 to Assist Entrepreneurs in Trying Time. End Quote

Dallas, TX (1888PressRelease) April 14, 2020 - The highly successful business podcast, The Startup Story, announced today that due to COVID-19 it will not be canceling but instead moving its previously scheduled LIVE event at the Ford Center online for a Two-Day Livestream Summit (StartupStorylive.com). Previously an in-person event with tickets ranging from $150 to $300. The exciting online summit will now be free and open to all online. Taking place via Livestream on May 14th and May 15th, 2020 from 9AM to 6PM PST both days. To register for Startup Story LIVE visit http://startupstorylive.com. The event could not come at a better time as entrepreneurs, small business owners and start-ups work to find their balance within the COVID climate and aftermath. The online event will feature an expanded roster of uber-successful business founders that will provide viewers with proven business advice, successful strategies, in the trenches experience and tactics.

Much like the format of The Startup Story podcast, James brings some of the most successful entrepreneurial minds to his audience. With Startup Story LIVE, James will be unpacking all the tactics these founders have employed to navigate the crisis of COVID-19. At the same time, giving all those in attendance a chance to submit questions directly to the founder guests. Startup Story LIVE seeking to bring the help that small businesses and entrepreneurs need, from entrepreneurs who have the answers and the experience.

“We are looking forward to delivering some raw and transparent stories of how these successful founders dealt with the challenges that every startup or small business encounters while working to build and scale their business.” States Founder and Host of The Startup Story Podcast, James McKinney. “These esteemed business founders will dive into the daily grind, grit, and the multitude of business trials that they have experienced. These are the inspirational stories that startups, founders and entrepreneurs need at this moment to ensure they are not only encouraged but will also deliver necessary advice for them to stay afloat.”

Entrepreneurial names that will participate in the free online summit include:
Jamie Schmidt of Schmidt Naturals whose startup focused on natural deodorants and hygiene products and was acquired by Unilever for hundreds of millions in just 7 years; one of Forbes’ featured 30 Under 30.

Luke Fox of Whitefox Defense Technologies, Fox raised $25 million for a drone defense technology that can mitigate drone threats with a device no larger than a walkie-talkie.

Jason McCann the creator of Varidesk, a workspace innovation company with fans in 98% of the Fortune 500 and 130 countries worldwide.

Matthew Arevalo of Loot Crate the inventive subscription box business which rose to $100 million in revenue in just three years.

Emma Rose Cohen creator of FinalStraw, the environmentalist turned entrepreneur raised $1.8 million on Kickstarter to develop her reusable straw which is now on the shelves of national retailers everywhere.

Davis Smith of Cotopaxi the serial entrepreneur is a leader that has navigated various economic and political challenges.

Chris George who established the Subscription Trade Association to organize and enable the global growth of the digital and physical subscription industry.

“The Two-Day Livestream Event is chocked full of real founders, real business-builders, and the roster continues to grow each day.” States Host and Startup Story founder James McKinney. “Founders from all industries are wanting to help provide entrepreneurs and small business owners with the tactics and strategies that have helped them weather this crisis moment. Entrepreneurs support entrepreneurs and that is why founders are rallying together for this unbelievable event.”

To get your free pass to the Startup Story LIVE Two-Day Online Summit join online at (http://startupstorylive.com). During the Two-Day Livestream, Startup Story along with the featured speakers will unpack how proven founders navigated the challenges that the COVID-19 has brought to all businesses worldwide. Throughout the Two-Day event, founders will discuss strategies, tactics, and even monetization models that small business owners might not have considered before. Upon registration for the Startup Story LIVE online event, you will also receive an invitation to the event’s private Facebook group. Enabling entrepreneurs to network, find their next great collaboration partner, new customers, and engage with an entire community of like-minded business owners ready to help each other succeed. The event will expand your business community and offer advice from real successful entrepreneurs.

For more information on the Startup Story LIVE event or to purchase tickets, please visit startupstorylive.com. For sponsorship opportunities, media access, or interviews please contact BPM-PR Firm at mtatum ( @ ) bpm-prfirm dot com or call 1 dot 877 dot 841 dot 7244 dot

ABOUT THE STARTUP STORY
Each week, James McKinney unpacks the early beginnings of successful entrepreneurs uncovering the first steps that ultimately led them to where they are today. The Startup Story Podcast was created for the entrepreneur in the thick of it and not making much progress, or the entrepreneur feeling stuck in the fear of failure, not sure if he/she has what it takes. It is meant to guide and educate those with the stories of people who have been in the same situation and have seen success in the end.

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