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Connector and community builder, Jeff Slobotski shares what community means to him and what inspires him to build stronger communities, including a commitment to a vibrant entrepreneurial and creative ecosystem, evident in the founding of Silicon Prairie News, the Big Omaha conference, and efforts now at the Millwork Commons development in north downtown, all aimed at enriching the quality of our communal lives.For more than a decade, uber connector, community builder, and entrepreneur Jeff Slobotski has celebrated and championed entrepreneurs and community throughout the Midwest. His relationships, ideas, and collaborative nature are evident in his influence in the region’s entrepreneurial and community ecosystem. Notable endeavors include Silicon Prairie News, the Big Omaha &amp; Big Kansas City conferences, Router Ventures, and now his work at the Millwork Commons development in north downtown Omaha. Slobotski’s efforts in a region formerly known as "flyover country" have been highlighted by the acclaimed author Seth Godin, The New York Times, CNN, TIME, Inc., Fast Company, Forbes, and Kiplinger magazines.

Connector and community builder, <a href="http://www.routerventures.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Jeff Slobotski</a> shares what community means to him and what inspires him to build stronger communities, including a commitment to a vibrant entrepreneurial and creative ecosystem, evident in the founding of <a href="https://siliconprairienews.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Silicon Prairie News</a>, the Big Omaha conference, and efforts now at the <a href="https://millworkcommons.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Millwork Commons</a> development in north downtown, all aimed at enriching the quality of our communal lives.For more than a decade, uber connector, community builder, and entrepreneur Jeff Slobotski has celebrated and championed entrepreneurs and community throughout the Midwest. His relationships, ideas, and collaborative nature are evident in his influence in the region’s entrepreneurial and community ecosystem. Notable endeavors include Silicon Prairie News, the Big Omaha &amp; Big Kansas City conferences, Router Ventures, and now his work at the Millwork Commons development in north downtown Omaha. Slobotski’s efforts in a region formerly known as "flyover country" have been highlighted by the acclaimed author Seth Godin, The New York Times, CNN, TIME, Inc., Fast Company, Forbes, and Kiplinger magazines.

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“When you cease to dream you cease to live.”  - Mark Forbes Investor Jeff Slobotski (@slobotski) joins us for a discussion on midwestern tech companies, the phrase "tech bubble", and community of startups around Omaha, Nebraska. Jeff is the Co-Founder and Chief Community Builder at Silicon Prairie News a digital media outlet that works to connect and support other entrepreneurs, investors, and creatives throughout the Greater Midwest. Additionally, he is the Founder of Router Ventures, an angel fund and consultancy that connects impactful projects and gifted people with resources and capital to grow. Jeff is active within the World Economic Forum’s Young Global Shapers, he serves on the Board of Directors for the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce, and in 2010 received the Midlands Business Journal’s “Forty Under 40” award. It’s exciting to do this episode because I admire his caliber of work and what he's done in such a short time-frame.  In this episode, you’ll discover :  Jeff's background as venture capitalist in Omaha, Nebraska The motivation behind Silicon Prairie News, it's purpose for the midwest How the midwest has been prime to grow innovative companies for a long time Tips and advice for startups looking for venture investments What to look for in an investor How to prepare for a meeting with an investor The "Founders First" approach Router Ventures takes with their partners The important work being doing within Omaha's inCOMMON Community Development group 

“When you cease to dream you cease to live.”  - Mark Forbes Investor Jeff Slobotski <a href="https://twitter.com/slobotski" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">(@slobotski)</a> joins us for a discussion on midwestern tech companies, the phrase "tech bubble", and community of startups around Omaha, Nebraska. Jeff is the Co-Founder and Chief Community Builder at <a href="http://siliconprairienews.com/2014/12/next-step-jeff-slobotskis-journey-router-ventures/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silicon Prairie News</a> a digital media outlet that works to connect and support other entrepreneurs, investors, and creatives throughout the Greater Midwest. Additionally, he is the Founder of <a href="http://www.routerventures.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Router Ventures</a>, an angel fund and consultancy that connects impactful projects and gifted people with resources and capital to grow. Jeff is active within the World Economic Forum’s Young Global Shapers, he serves on the Board of Directors for the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce, and in 2010 received the Midlands Business Journal’s “Forty Under 40” award. It’s exciting to do this episode because I admire his caliber of work and what he's done in such a short time-frame.  In this episode, you’ll discover : <ul> <li>Jeff's background as venture capitalist in Omaha, Nebraska</li> <li>The motivation behind Silicon Prairie News, it's purpose for the midwest</li> <li>How the midwest has been prime to grow innovative companies for a long time</li> <li>Tips and advice for startups looking for venture investments</li> <li>What to look for in an investor</li> <li>How to prepare for a meeting with an investor</li> <li>The "Founders First" approach Router Ventures takes with their partners</li> <li>The important work being doing within <a href="http://incommoncd.org/hello/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Omaha's inCOMMON Community Development</a> group</li> </ul>

Episode 32: Lessons From A Midwest Venture Capitalist on The Silicon Prairie- Jeff Slobotski

On this episode, we are joined by the talented Jeff Slobotski who has help founded multiple different companies/organizations over the years such as Silicon Prairie News, the Big Omaha Conference and most recently, Router Ventures, an angel fund focused on finding game-changing companies in the mid-west United States. We discuss everything from why Jeff has remained in the mid-west throughout his career, his personal entrepreneurial journey, Jeff’s goals and ambitions for Router Ventures, what Jeff looks for when investing in a new company, networking and what separates a wantchapreneur from an entrepreneur. You won’t want to miss this episode. Jeff Slobotski Website: http://jeffslobotski.comJeff Slobotski Twitter: https://twitter.com/slobotskiSilicon Prairie News Website: http://siliconprairienews.comBig Omaha Website: http://bigomaha.coRouter Ventures Website: http://www.routerventures.comRouter Ventures Twitter: https://twitter.com/RouterVenturesOnce You’re Lucky, Twice You’re Good: http://www.amazon.com/Once-Youre-Lucky-Twice-Good/dp/1592404278Ludlow Ventures Website: http://ludlowventures.comRise of the Rest Tour Website: http://riseofrest.comCasey Nesistat Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/caseyneistatAbout The Pawdcast — Discussing all things entrepreneurship, startups, creativity, businesses, innovations, self-awareness and everything in-between. Hosted by Joshua Davidson, Eddie Contento and Chris Coleman. Brought to you by ChopDawg.com.

On this episode, we are joined by the talented Jeff Slobotski who has help founded multiple different companies/organizations over the years such as Silicon Prairie News, the Big Omaha Conference and most recently, Router Ventures, an angel fund focused on finding game-changing companies in the mid-west United States. We discuss everything from why Jeff has remained in the mid-west throughout his career, his personal entrepreneurial journey, Jeff’s goals and ambitions for Router Ventures, what Jeff looks for when investing in a new company, networking and what separates a wantchapreneur from an entrepreneur. You won’t want to miss this episode. Jeff Slobotski Website: <a href="http://jeffslobotski.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://jeffslobotski.com</a> Jeff Slobotski Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/slobotski" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/slobotski</a> Silicon Prairie News Website: <a href="http://siliconprairienews.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://siliconprairienews.com</a> Big Omaha Website: <a href="http://bigomaha.co" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bigomaha.co</a> Router Ventures Website: <a href="http://www.routerventures.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.routerventures.com</a> Router Ventures Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/RouterVentures" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/RouterVentures</a> Once You’re Lucky, Twice You’re Good: <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Once-Youre-Lucky-Twice-Good/dp/1592404278" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.amazon.com/Once-Youre-Lucky-Twice-Good/dp/1592404278</a> Ludlow Ventures Website: <a href="http://ludlowventures.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://ludlowventures.com</a> Rise of the Rest Tour Website: <a href="http://riseofrest.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://riseofrest.com</a> Casey Nesistat Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/caseyneistat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/user/caseyneistat</a> About The Pawdcast — Discussing all things entrepreneurship, startups, creativity, businesses, innovations, self-awareness and everything in-between. Hosted by Joshua Davidson, Eddie Contento and Chris Coleman. Brought to you by <a href="http://ChopDawg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ChopDawg.com</a>.

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