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Technically Philly: The Philadelphia Startup Grind Helps Connect Local Entrepreneurs

November 13, 2013

Many people dream of being their own boss but where do you start? The thrust into entrepreneurship offers struggles at almost every corner and it seems individual support can be hard to find. In a

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Technically Philly: Bob Moul Gives Advice to Philly Startups

September 17, 2013

The biggest tip for all of the aspiring Philly entrepreneurs out there: get out of your own way. At least according to Bob Moul. Speaking at a Startup Grind Philadelphia event held at Benjamin’s Desk,

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Technically Philly: ArtsTechPhilly Combines Art and Technology

October 26, 2012

Philly’s reputation as an arts hub is beginning to share the spotlight with its technology scene. Electromagnetic resonators, augmented reality and location-based audio technology for smart phones were just a few of the topics presented

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