Thriving in the Age of Acceleration: Insights from Nokia Bell Labs President Thierry Klein

If you want to stay competitive in the fastest tech era in history, Thierry Klein says founders must: Anticipate change, not react to it Break down silos and collaborate across disciplines Use mentorship and community as accelerators These themes shaped our latest Uplift Mentorship Live conversation – and they offer a clear roadmap for building… Continue reading Thriving in the Age of Acceleration: Insights from Nokia Bell Labs President Thierry Klein

Senator Andy Kim Outlines New Jersey’s Innovation Future at Rutgers’ New Horizons AI & Data Science Symposium

A Defining Moment for New Jersey’s Innovation Future On December 9, 2025, Rutgers University hosted the New Horizons AI and Data Science Symposium, bringing together researchers, industry leaders, and policymakers for one of the most significant conversations about AI innovation in New Jersey to date. Held at Rutgers–Newark, the event showcased how cross-sector collaboration in artificial intelligence… Continue reading Senator Andy Kim Outlines New Jersey’s Innovation Future at Rutgers’ New Horizons AI & Data Science Symposium

How to Be an AI Architect, Not Just a Builder: Lessons from AI Demo Night #9

The energy in the room at AI Demo Night #9 was unmistakable. Ideas were shared, questioned, and stress-tested in real time. The questions were sharp, the conversations candid, and a clear theme emerged throughout the night: the future of AI will be defined by systems that hold up under real-world constraints. Hosted by TechUnited at Stevens Institute of Technology, AI… Continue reading How to Be an AI Architect, Not Just a Builder: Lessons from AI Demo Night #9

TechUnited and Tech Council Ventures Partner with KOSA to Support Korean AI Startups’ U.S. Expansion

TechUnited is pleased to share that we have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) alongside KOSA, Tech Council Ventures, and BetterFutureLabs to support the expansion of Korean AI startups into the U.S. market. The MOU was signed in New York as part of a public-private convening focused on global AI innovation, startup investment, and talent exchange. The agreement establishes a shared commitment… Continue reading TechUnited and Tech Council Ventures Partner with KOSA to Support Korean AI Startups’ U.S. Expansion

Is Your Narrative Built for the Stage You’re In? With Dawn Fallon

Is Your Narrative Built for the Stage You’re In? Insights from Our LinkedIn Live with Dawn Fallon In healthcare and life sciences, your science might be breakthrough. But if your narrative isn’t aligned with your stage, momentum stalls. As part of Uplift, the mentorship program from TechUnited, we hosted a LinkedIn Live with Dawn Fallon, Founder & CEO of New… Continue reading Is Your Narrative Built for the Stage You’re In? With Dawn Fallon

LinkedIn Live: Pattern Recognition = Pivot Fuel with Mark Nelson

Episode with Mark Nelson (Foodie Box Love) Most pivots don’t start with a big brainstorm. They start with small signals. The founders who watch for those patterns-usage, partner behavior, hiring momentum, even how “no” lands-end up steering faster and with less drama. The conversation On LinkedIn Live, TechUnited CEO Aaron Price sat down with Mark Nelson, CEO… Continue reading LinkedIn Live: Pattern Recognition = Pivot Fuel with Mark Nelson

QSBS is finally real in NJ.

UPDATE: GOVERNOR MURPHY HAS SIGNED THESE INTO LAW ON MIDNIGHT ON 6/25/2025! Over the last two years, TechUnited:NJ has been championing policies to make NJ a more welcoming place for startups and investors. I’m so proud to share we’ve hit two enormous milestones:

The Gap Between an Idea and a Customer with Tom Sauer of Mile Square Labs

Most founders obsess over the product. Far fewer obsess over the moment someone on the other side says, “That’s right.” Tom Sauer argues that’s the gap between an idea and a customer: not more features, but a clearer problem, a tighter story, and a faster path to proof.