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FS6 Newsletter - March 2021

3/24/2021

 

FS6 Community News & Updates
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Applications for Cohort 7 closed this month and we want to extend a huge thank you to all who applied to the FS6 Business Accelerator this season. We are always inspired by this process, and are excited to see the innovators and changemakers in our community continue to grow. We look forward to sharing the final cohort in the coming weeks.

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Business Entity Formation & Impact: Recap and Takeaways

3/9/2021

 
Last week we wrapped the Startup Refresh web series with a conversation on choosing the best entity type for your mission. This final episode featured three experts from the FS6 ecosystem - Renske Lynde, Lindsey Lusher Shute, and Mark White - each of whom joined to share their top tips and lessons learned from firsthand experience building, investing in, and advising for startups across the spectrum. Explore the highlights below, and listen to the full recording at the end of the post for a deep dive.

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Financial Hygiene for Investment Preparedness: Recap and Takeaways

2/22/2021

 
Last week, Food System 6 was joined by two experts from our community of mentors - Peter Herz (1st Course Capital) and David Guendelman (Do Good CFO) - to discuss best practices for financial hygiene and investment preparedness. Below is a list of tips, tricks, and best practices from the conversation, as well as the full event recording.


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FS6 Newsletter - February 2021

2/22/2021

 

FS6 Community News and Updates
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​​We are in the final stretch of the Cohort 7 application season and we want to hear from you! Interested applicants must submit a completed application by March 5.

The FS6 accelerator program prioritizes working with entrepreneurs who are innovating across the food and agriculture landscape and building a food system that focuses on health, sustainability, and justice.

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Mental Health and Entrepreneurship: Recap and Takeaways

2/4/2021

 
On Wednesday, February 3rd, 2021, Food System 6 brought together a group of industry leaders to talk about the importance of mental health and well being for entrepreneurs. Below is a summary of the conversation and some key takeaways for anyone looking to prioritize their own health, the well being of their teams, and the longevity of their success. Scroll to the bottom to watch the full event recording.


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FS6 2020 In Review

12/8/2020

 
2020 was a year for the books. With the highest of highs and the lowest of lows, FS6 has come out on the other side revitalized, emboldened, and inspired by the work of our team, our entrepreneurs, and the ecosystem of supporters that rallied to build bridges, community, and resilience in a tumultuous year. Read on to learn more about what FS6 has been working on over the past 12 months:


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How to Navigate USDA Funding for your Food & Farm Business

12/8/2020

 
A list of resources highlighting some of the many opportunities available for funding your food and farm business through the USDA.

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FS6 and Huhtamaki Announce Circular Economy Startup Program Participants

11/23/2020

 
*Food System 6 was featured in the November 2020 edition of Food & Drink Magazine 

The impact-focused startup accelerator, Food System 6 (FS6), is announcing the eight early-stage companies from around the world selected to participate in their new Circular Economy program, launched in partnership with global sustainable packaging solutions leader, Huhtamaki. The purpose of the Huhtamaki Circular Economy Start-up Program by Food System 6 is to accelerate the development of young and promising companies working to deliver innovative sustainable solutions in areas such as waste management, sustainable packaging alternatives, new materials innovation, and regenerative production models

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FS6 Newsletter - November 2020

11/20/2020

 

FS6 Community News and Updates

After an inspiring month of learning alongside our most recent cohort, we are excited to celebrate the completion of the Huhtamaki Circular Economy Startup Program by FS6 and welcome these eight innovators into the broader Food System 6 ecosystem!

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Food System 6 and Huhtamaki Announce Circular Economy Startup Program Participants

10/19/2020

 

Eight start-ups have been selected to receive mentorship, and up to $300,000 in grants to develop innovative circular economy solutions

Media Contact:
Nicholas Turton
213-343-5264 | nturton@fenton.com

San Francisco, October 19th, 2020 - Today, the impact-focused startup accelerator, Food System 6 (FS6), is announcing the eight early-stage companies from around the world selected to participate in their new Circular Economy program, launched in partnership with global sustainable packaging solutions leader, Huhtamaki. The purpose of the Huhtamaki Circular Economy Start-up Program by Food System 6 is to accelerate the development of young and promising companies working to deliver innovative sustainable solutions in areas such as waste management, sustainable packaging alternatives, new materials innovation, and regenerative production models.

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    FS6 is a nonprofit based in the San Francisco Bay Area whose mission is to support impact-driven entrepreneurs as they transform how we grow, produce, and distribute food. The organization runs a comprehensive accelerator program that mentors entrepreneurs by coaching them through a wide range of business and organizational needs. FS6 also works to educate stakeholders on the unique capital needs as it relates to redefining the food system.

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