Join us for our 3rd Annual March Madness Open House: Where Innovation Takes Center Court™. This dynamic event brings together an ecosystem of high science, high impact entrepreneurs and supporters. The event is scheduled to take place on March 22, 2024.
The schedule for the day:
9:00-11:00 AM
Ultimate Test Flight Pitch Practice
Each regional university will host one seat in the Test Flight pitch practice, with First Flight’s Navigator Mentors providing feedback.
11:00-12:00 PM
L’Oreal Research and Innovation
Dr. Shuman Mitra, AVP Open Innovation
Dr. Mitra will share background on L'Oréal Research and Innovation as it relates to Open Innovation and non-confidential topics of interest.
L’Oreal Areas of Interests: (non-exhaustive)
Microbiome, Regenerative Beauty, Green Sciences, Synthetic Biology, Photoprotection, Exosome, Ag Tech, Materials Science, Digital, Beauty Devices, etc.
12:00-5:00 PM
Open House with LOTS of BASKETBALL!
It's game time! Join First Flight Venture Center for the ultimate viewing experience across three TVs, connecting, networking, and enjoying the NCAA Tournament games together as an ecosystem.
This year, we are excited to announce First Flight will be having a March Madness Raffle to help raise funds so we may continue our mission’s work to support High Science, High Impact entrepreneurs and innovators.
