PRESS RELEASE
The Honorable Jim Himes
Connecticut’s 4th District
September 3, 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Alexander Laska, (202) 225-5541
TODAY AT 11:30:
In Honor of Startup Day, Himes & Local Entrepreneurs Gather to Discuss Startups
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) will meet with local entrepreneurs this morning to highlight how they help boost Connecticut’s economy and discuss what federal initiatives will help startups continue to grow. Startups have proven to be a driver of economic growth in the United States, creating approximately three million jobs each year.
Himes will discuss how Connecticut startups have impacted the state economy and will learn from individuals in the startup community about how he can best support their work.
WHO: Congressman Jim Himes and several area entrepreneurs:
Christina Balotescu, Founder, 360Alumni
Moira McGarvey Black, Founder, GangsAway.com
Mona Jhaveri, Founder, Beats of Laughter
Jenna Dreher Fernandez, Founder, Care Booker
Susan White, Co-Founder, Turq Swim
Heather Strycharz, Founder, Love Local Design
Cathy Heyne, Managing Director Marketing & Business Development, Living Abroad
Dana Noorily, Co-Founder, OATS Granola
Julie Gaines, Co-Founder, OATS Granola
Howard Steinberg, Founder, Westport Innovation HUB
Janis Collins, Startup Company Advisor, Stamford Innovation Center
WHAT: Roundtable to discuss success and challenges faces by local startups
WHEN: 11:30 am Tuesday, September 3, 2013
WHERE 360 Alumni Office, 21 Charles Street, Westport
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Alexander Laska | Press Assistant & Legislative Correspondent | Congressman Jim Himes
119 Cannon | Tel: 202.225.5541 | Fax: 202.225.9629
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