Join [StarterStudio](https://www.starterstudio.org/events/?gclid=CjwKCAjw3P-2BhAEEiwA3yPhwCHf1r_etmf-AvxFiAyv_0UY-Jar49reSlzPsupQhFpr9eUM-UsDUxoCFBcQAvD_BwE) and the [Orlando Innovation League](orlinnovationleague.org) as we prepare for [Startup Weekend 2024](StartupWeekendOrlando.com), the biggest community event for startups all year.
Meet us at the Tech Hub – on October 16th at 6:30 PM for food, networking, and incredible alumni that have ROCKED SWORL in recent years! Stay tuned for speaker announcements!

And that’s not all; learn the basics of a pitch during our impromptu pitch competition. Anyone can do a one-minute pitch. ALL attendees to this event will receive a discount code for their Startup Weekend Orlando tickets.

**Speakers:**

**Rachel Flasterstein** is a dynamic serial entrepreneur celebrated for her relentless drive, passion, and genuine empathy. Her entrepreneurial journey began in grade school as a balloon artist and face painter and has since expanded into performing arts and business
technology.

As the founder of “The Tampa Mermaid,” a captivating performing arts company, Rachel brings the enchantment of mermaids to audiences of all ages. She is also a dual major in Entrepreneurship and Sales at the University of Central Florida. Her impressive track record includes top 3 finishes and semi-finalist spots in all 8 startup competitions she entered during 2022 and 2023, establishing her as a seasoned veteran in the startup world. She also made a splash on the front cover of Orlando Business Journal’s Innovators Under 25 in 2023.

Rachel’s collaborative spirit shines through her work with entrepreneurs of all ages, from 11-year-olds to those in their 60s. This broad experience has enriched her insights and fueled her commitment to self-improvement and mastery. As a transformative leader, Rachel champions self-belief and vulnerability as keys to success, embodying the principle that greatness emerges from the journey of self-empowerment.

Instagram: @thetampamermaid

**Reese Kelsey** is an entrepreneur and producer from Orlando Florida. She is most known in the Orlando tech scene for her performance and excellence in local startup competitions, recruiting and leading teams every time she has participated. Reese placed 1st at the Orlando Magic Innovation Challenge for her startup ‘Sick Seats’, leading her to the center court of the KIA Center and face-to-face with the CEO of the Magic organization. Less than 3 months later, Reese placed 2nd at Startup Weekend Orlando for her startup ‘DJU’ where she received high commendation from Priceline.com/Booking.com founder, Jeff Hoffman.

Reese can also be found DJing for local tech events and works as a personal assistant to high-net-worth individuals.

**More Speakers to be announced!**