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Vegas Startup Scene November 17th 2025 - Nevada’s Startup Boom Is Here!
The Leader's Mindset
7 minutes 28 seconds
5 days ago
Vegas Startup Scene November 17th 2025 - Nevada’s Startup Boom Is Here!
Nevada’s startup ecosystem just hit a major inflection point—and if you're a founder, investor, or ecosystem builder, this week’s developments could shape your roadmap for 2026 and beyond.In this episode of Vegas Startup Scene, host Jason LeDuc breaks down the biggest wins, emerging opportunities, and can’t-miss events shaping the Southern Nevada tech landscape for the week of November 17, 2025. From fresh capital entering the state to record-breaking founder support programs, this week’s update is packed with intel for anyone serious about building or investing in Nevada innovation.💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:• $38.5M in new capital flowing into Nevada through the State Small Business Credit Initiative• How the Battle Born Growth Program is expanding support for early-stage founders• Why AngelNV 6 may be the best opportunity for startups raising their first rounds• The LevelUp founder showcase featuring a panel with over $800M in lifetime sales• How Global Entrepreneurship Week is boosting veteran-led innovation• The latest events from Vegas Blockchain Center, Syn Shop, Crypto Mondays, Fusion 42, Web3 Wednesday, and more• A powerful clip from Jason’s interview with Makoto Kern, discussing the AI competence gap, developer hiring trends, and why AI is a tool—not a replacement—for high-performing teamsIf you're looking to expand your network, sharpen your fundraising strategy, or stay ahead of emerging opportunities in Las Vegas tech, this is your weekly briefing.💬 Join the Conversation:What part of the Nevada tech ecosystem are you most excited about right now—funding, AI, Web3, community events, or founder support programs? Drop a comment below! Your insights help shape what we cover next week.Let’s grow the Vegas Startup Scene together.Onward and Upward! 🚀LINKS:GOED Website: https://goed.nv.gov/StartupNV Website: https://startupnv.disco.co/Startup Vegas Website: https://startup.vegas/Tech Alley: https://www.techalley.org/Vegas Crypto Group: https://www.meetup.com/vegas-crypto-group/Tech Vegas Website: https://tech.vegas/Fusion42 Website: https://fusion-42.com/Fusion 42 Events: https://lu.ma/Fusion-42Link to Makoto Kern Interview: https://youtu.be/7rHdORTSDkwWant to get your news or event in the rundown? Contact me here:Email: info@leducleadership.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-leduc-3469823/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leducleadership
The Leader's Mindset
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