Forwarded from Ground Zero 2026
🚨 CALLING ALL ASPIRING ENTREPRENEURS ☄️
Ground Zero is back! This is your chance to be part of Singapore’s largest student-led startathon. Turn your ideas into real solutions and compete for a HUGE prize pool 😱💰
📅 MARK YOUR CALENDARS! ✍🏻
Phase Zero: 8 March 2026 @ SCAPE | Ground Zero: 9 May 2026 @ NUS
What awaits you?
🌟 No experience required! Just bring your ideas with you
🌟 Hands-on ideation, workshops & expert mentorship
🌟 Pitch your startup and gain real-world experience
🌟 Post-event incubation and funding opportunities
🌟 Network with industry professionals and like-minded innovators
🌟 Food, refreshments & exclusive Ground Zero merchandise
WHAT IS GROUND ZERO❓
🎟 Get your tickets HERE for JUST $5 (U.P. $8) 😮💨😮💨 Early bird sale runs for a limited time period till 24 February 2359 SO BE QUICK!!
📢 Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram channel to stay up to date!
💭 Have any questions? Feel free to reach out to our team on Telegram:
@Akashgeomattam | @priyallguptaa
Ground Zero is back! This is your chance to be part of Singapore’s largest student-led startathon. Turn your ideas into real solutions and compete for a HUGE prize pool 😱💰
📅 MARK YOUR CALENDARS! ✍🏻
Phase Zero: 8 March 2026 @ SCAPE | Ground Zero: 9 May 2026 @ NUS
What awaits you?
🌟 No experience required! Just bring your ideas with you
🌟 Hands-on ideation, workshops & expert mentorship
🌟 Pitch your startup and gain real-world experience
🌟 Post-event incubation and funding opportunities
🌟 Network with industry professionals and like-minded innovators
🌟 Food, refreshments & exclusive Ground Zero merchandise
WHAT IS GROUND ZERO❓
🎟 Get your tickets HERE for JUST $5 (U.P. $8) 😮💨😮💨 Early bird sale runs for a limited time period till 24 February 2359 SO BE QUICK!!
📢 Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram channel to stay up to date!
💭 Have any questions? Feel free to reach out to our team on Telegram:
@Akashgeomattam | @priyallguptaa
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📢BLOCK71 is RECRUITING‼️
We are looking for a Community Engagement Associate who will be working under the student arm led by the student director, Simran! Are you interested in being the frontlines of shaping the community experience in Block71? ☀️Are you keen on connecting with students and startups within the Block71 ecosystem in a way that is meaningful? 🤗
If your answer is YES, do apply for this position here: https://forms.gle/fAP211dgFd4aPJus7
Do note that the recruitment process will be done on a rolling basis! If you have any queries, feel free to reach out to Simran (@simraiin) on Telegram 😃
We are looking for a Community Engagement Associate who will be working under the student arm led by the student director, Simran! Are you interested in being the frontlines of shaping the community experience in Block71? ☀️Are you keen on connecting with students and startups within the Block71 ecosystem in a way that is meaningful? 🤗
If your answer is YES, do apply for this position here: https://forms.gle/fAP211dgFd4aPJus7
Do note that the recruitment process will be done on a rolling basis! If you have any queries, feel free to reach out to Simran (@simraiin) on Telegram 😃
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Forwarded from Ground Zero 2026
📣🔥 ATTENTION FUTURE FOUNDERS ‼️
Ground Zero 2026 is officially FREE.
No fees. No barriers. Just pure opportunity. 🚀
If you’re in JC, Poly, or Uni — this is your moment.
Here’s the journey 👇
🗓 8 March — Phase Zero
Networking event + Masterclasses + Fireside Chats
Meet like-minded students & form your teams.
🎥 29 March — Video Pitch Deadline
Submit your idea and show us what you’ve got.
🏆 5 April — Semi-Finalists Announced (Top 20%)
Find out if you’ve made the cut.
💡 12 & 19 April — Mentorship Clinics
Exclusive guidance for semi-finalist teams to refine your pitch.
🎤 9 May — Ground Zero Grand Finale
Live pitching + Prize Ceremony. This is where it all happens.
WHAT IS GROUND ZERO❓
Bring your ideas.
Bring your friends.
Bring your ambition.
🎟 Get your tickets HERE for FREE😮💨😮💨 LIMITED SPOTS BE QUICK!!
📢 Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram channel to stay up to date!
💭 Have any questions? Feel free to reach out to our team on Telegram:
@Akashgeomattam | @priyallguptaa
Ground Zero 2026 is officially FREE.
No fees. No barriers. Just pure opportunity. 🚀
If you’re in JC, Poly, or Uni — this is your moment.
Here’s the journey 👇
🗓 8 March — Phase Zero
Networking event + Masterclasses + Fireside Chats
Meet like-minded students & form your teams.
🎥 29 March — Video Pitch Deadline
Submit your idea and show us what you’ve got.
🏆 5 April — Semi-Finalists Announced (Top 20%)
Find out if you’ve made the cut.
💡 12 & 19 April — Mentorship Clinics
Exclusive guidance for semi-finalist teams to refine your pitch.
🎤 9 May — Ground Zero Grand Finale
Live pitching + Prize Ceremony. This is where it all happens.
WHAT IS GROUND ZERO❓
Bring your ideas.
Bring your friends.
Bring your ambition.
🎟 Get your tickets HERE for FREE😮💨😮💨 LIMITED SPOTS BE QUICK!!
📢 Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram channel to stay up to date!
💭 Have any questions? Feel free to reach out to our team on Telegram:
@Akashgeomattam | @priyallguptaa
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Forwarded from NUS Women In Business
Pitching Her Future: Women Leading Innovation 🚀
Are you a founder ready to take your idea to the next level? Join us this IWD for our startup pitching competition and gain the exclusive opportunity to receive clear feedback from our exciting industry partners and judges, and many more tangible benefits from our ecosystem collaborators - BLOCK71 and Protégé Ventures. 💡✨
Not pitching? Join us as an audience member to network with like-minded individuals, learn from inspiring female founders and VC partners during our entrepreneurship panel, and immerse yourself in the startup ecosystem.
P.S. All students (including males) are welcome!
For pitch sign up: https://forms.office.com/r/vXv6xNu5cj
For audience signup: https://forms.office.com/r/6xJ2mCdGYi
Step onto the stage or be part of the movement - we can’t wait to see you there 💗
For any questions, please reach out to @simraiin or @tianagpal13 on Telegram.
Are you a founder ready to take your idea to the next level? Join us this IWD for our startup pitching competition and gain the exclusive opportunity to receive clear feedback from our exciting industry partners and judges, and many more tangible benefits from our ecosystem collaborators - BLOCK71 and Protégé Ventures. 💡✨
Not pitching? Join us as an audience member to network with like-minded individuals, learn from inspiring female founders and VC partners during our entrepreneurship panel, and immerse yourself in the startup ecosystem.
P.S. All students (including males) are welcome!
For pitch sign up: https://forms.office.com/r/vXv6xNu5cj
For audience signup: https://forms.office.com/r/6xJ2mCdGYi
Step onto the stage or be part of the movement - we can’t wait to see you there 💗
For any questions, please reach out to @simraiin or @tianagpal13 on Telegram.
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Join us for a Startup 101 Talk: I Didn’t Plan This, But I Built It 🔨 at NUS Open House 2026🎸
🗓 7 March 2026
⏰ 3PM
📍 UTown LT50
Not every founder starts with a grand vision or a polished pitch deck! 😱
Some start with curiosity 🧐
Some with a class project 📽
Some with late-night tinkering 🌙
In this session, hear from BLOCK71 founders who went from ideas to real hardware prototypes and early startup — all while still in university! 🏫 They’ll share their honest journey in entrepreneurship: the early mistakes, unexpected challenges, and what it really takes to build while juggling studies 📚
If you’ve ever wondered, “Could I actually build something of my own?”, this is your starting point! See you there 👀✨
RSVP: https://luma.com/xey3nfqz
🗓 7 March 2026
⏰ 3PM
📍 UTown LT50
Not every founder starts with a grand vision or a polished pitch deck! 😱
Some start with curiosity 🧐
Some with a class project 📽
Some with late-night tinkering 🌙
In this session, hear from BLOCK71 founders who went from ideas to real hardware prototypes and early startup — all while still in university! 🏫 They’ll share their honest journey in entrepreneurship: the early mistakes, unexpected challenges, and what it really takes to build while juggling studies 📚
If you’ve ever wondered, “Could I actually build something of my own?”, this is your starting point! See you there 👀✨
RSVP: https://luma.com/xey3nfqz
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Dear fellow Students, Alumni, Faculty members and Entrepreneurs,
Do you have an idea that could shape the future of aerospace and aviation but aren't sure how to kickstart your journey? Your opportunity has just arrived 🚀
We are thrilled to invite you to the Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development (BUILD) Program 2026! Partnered with NUS Enterprise, Boeing is looking for the next generation of innovators to solve real-world challenges in the following focus areas:
🖥️ Advanced Technology: AI/Machine Learning, Cabin and Cargo, Digital Aviation Solution, Future of ground operations
🌱 Sustainability: Sustainable & Advance Materials, Energy Optimisation, Circularity and Waste Management, Future Mobility and Clean technology
👥 Social & Cultural Impact: STEM education, Safety & Quality, Urban/Rural Development, Aerospace/Aviation Ecosystem
Do you have an idea that could shape the future of aerospace and aviation but aren't sure how to kickstart your journey? Your opportunity has just arrived 🚀
We are thrilled to invite you to the Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development (BUILD) Program 2026! Partnered with NUS Enterprise, Boeing is looking for the next generation of innovators to solve real-world challenges in the following focus areas:
🖥️ Advanced Technology: AI/Machine Learning, Cabin and Cargo, Digital Aviation Solution, Future of ground operations
🌱 Sustainability: Sustainable & Advance Materials, Energy Optimisation, Circularity and Waste Management, Future Mobility and Clean technology
👥 Social & Cultural Impact: STEM education, Safety & Quality, Urban/Rural Development, Aerospace/Aviation Ecosystem
✨ Why Apply?
Selected finalists will gain the unique opportunity to access the aerospace industry:
Bootcamp: The top 10 finalist teams will participate in an exclusive 5-day BUILD Bootcamp at NUS Enterprise from 11-15 May, receiving mentorship from Boeing leadership and industry experts.
Prize: The top 3 winning teams will each receive USD 10,000 in funding and 3 months of incubation support at NUS Enterprise.
📝 Eligibility & Application
Who can apply: NUS students (Undergraduate, Masters, PhD) graduating in 2026 and 2027, Post-docs, Faculty, and Alumni graduated in the recent two years (all applicants must have a verified affiliation with NUS)
Team: ≤ 3 members (recommended)
Requirements: Submit your application with a pitch deck outlining your ideas/innovations
📅 Important Dates:
📆 Application Deadline: 15 March 2026
📢 Announcement of Finalists: Mid-April 2026
💪 Bootcamp: 11 – 15 May 2026
💡 Demo Day: 20 May 2026
👉 Apply Now:https://app.block71.co/apply/program/boeing-build-2026 [ Applications Close 15 March 2026]
ℹ️ Curious to learn more?
Learn more about the Boeing x National University of Singapore (NUS) BUILD program:https://tinyurl.com/BoeingBUILD2026
If you have any enquiries, please write toyeojt@nus.edu.sg
Don’t miss this opportunity to turn your ideas into real-world impact and help shape the future of aerospace and aviation.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Best regards,
The NUS Enterprise Team (& Boeing)
Selected finalists will gain the unique opportunity to access the aerospace industry:
Bootcamp: The top 10 finalist teams will participate in an exclusive 5-day BUILD Bootcamp at NUS Enterprise from 11-15 May, receiving mentorship from Boeing leadership and industry experts.
Prize: The top 3 winning teams will each receive USD 10,000 in funding and 3 months of incubation support at NUS Enterprise.
📝 Eligibility & Application
Who can apply: NUS students (Undergraduate, Masters, PhD) graduating in 2026 and 2027, Post-docs, Faculty, and Alumni graduated in the recent two years (all applicants must have a verified affiliation with NUS)
Team: ≤ 3 members (recommended)
Requirements: Submit your application with a pitch deck outlining your ideas/innovations
📅 Important Dates:
📆 Application Deadline: 15 March 2026
📢 Announcement of Finalists: Mid-April 2026
💪 Bootcamp: 11 – 15 May 2026
💡 Demo Day: 20 May 2026
👉 Apply Now:https://app.block71.co/apply/program/boeing-build-2026 [ Applications Close 15 March 2026]
ℹ️ Curious to learn more?
Learn more about the Boeing x National University of Singapore (NUS) BUILD program:https://tinyurl.com/BoeingBUILD2026
If you have any enquiries, please write toyeojt@nus.edu.sg
Don’t miss this opportunity to turn your ideas into real-world impact and help shape the future of aerospace and aviation.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Best regards,
The NUS Enterprise Team (& Boeing)
app.block71.co
BLOCK71 - Home of the Brave
BLOCK71 is a global entrepreneurial hub headquartered in Singapore. With numerous collaborations with top startup accelerators, incubators and VCs.
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This International Women's Day, SP SPiNOFF, NUS Enterprise, and Social Impact Catalyst are collaborating on a special human library session to spotlight female perspectives in the startup and social impact space!
We are proud to feature:
💡 Al Hong, CEO of Digi-Up
💡 Magdalene Tan, Innovation Program Manager, Tribe
💡 Joelyn Chong, Founder, Raaest
💡 Ho Crystal, Co-Founder, The Mutual Plate
Join us to connect with like-minded changemakers and become part of a growing network that believes in collective impact. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, potential investor, or simply someone passionate about positive change, this is your moment to find your tribe and help drive meaningful transformation.
Date & Time: 26 March 2026, 4-6PM
Venue: NUS Enterprise, i3, Level 1, Seminar Room 1&2
Register now: https://for.edu.sg/givetogain26
We are proud to feature:
💡 Al Hong, CEO of Digi-Up
💡 Magdalene Tan, Innovation Program Manager, Tribe
💡 Joelyn Chong, Founder, Raaest
💡 Ho Crystal, Co-Founder, The Mutual Plate
Join us to connect with like-minded changemakers and become part of a growing network that believes in collective impact. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, potential investor, or simply someone passionate about positive change, this is your moment to find your tribe and help drive meaningful transformation.
Date & Time: 26 March 2026, 4-6PM
Venue: NUS Enterprise, i3, Level 1, Seminar Room 1&2
Register now: https://for.edu.sg/givetogain26
REMINDERR 🚨
Our Startup 101 Talk: “I Didn’t Plan This, But I Built It” is happening today at NUS Open House 2026. This is your final reminder to join us 👀
Ever wondered how students go from random ideas and class projects to building actual startups? Hear directly from BLOCK71 founders who started with curiosity, late-night tinkering, and a lot of trial and error — and ended up creating real hardware prototypes and early-stage ventures while still in university 🚀
They’ll be sharing honest stories, early mistakes, and practical insights on what it really takes to start building something of your own while juggling school 📚🔨
Also, we’ve got a lucky draw for attendees 🎁 So come by, learn something new, and you might walk away with a surprise too.
See you there!
📅 7 March 2026
⏰ 3PM
📍 UTown LT50
Our Startup 101 Talk: “I Didn’t Plan This, But I Built It” is happening today at NUS Open House 2026. This is your final reminder to join us 👀
Ever wondered how students go from random ideas and class projects to building actual startups? Hear directly from BLOCK71 founders who started with curiosity, late-night tinkering, and a lot of trial and error — and ended up creating real hardware prototypes and early-stage ventures while still in university 🚀
They’ll be sharing honest stories, early mistakes, and practical insights on what it really takes to start building something of your own while juggling school 📚🔨
Also, we’ve got a lucky draw for attendees 🎁 So come by, learn something new, and you might walk away with a surprise too.
See you there!
📅 7 March 2026
⏰ 3PM
📍 UTown LT50
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