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Thanks to the Women in Venture Capital Podcast for having Katelyn Foley and Vicki Nakata on the show! Check out their episode below, where Katelyn and Vicki share their insights on: 🔹 The venture lab model in the mobility space 🔹 Building startups in collaboration with corporate partners 🔹 Their journey from operators to venture lab leaders They also offer valuable advice for women aspiring to enter the tech, transportation, and venture capital sectors — and extend a call for referrals for female CEOs interested in joining UP.Labs. 🌟 Tune in to hear from these inspiring leaders about their experiences and strategies in driving innovation and launching new ventures in the mobility space. Listen now 👉 #VentureLabs #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #WomenInSTEM #StartUps #VentureCapital #UPLabs

We’re excited to share that Katelyn Foley, President of UP.Labs, recently appeared on the latest episode of Travel Tech Insider 🌐✨ In this discussion, Katelyn, alongside Gaurav Tuli (Partner, F-Prime Capital) and Suzanna Chiu (Head of Amadeus Ventures), dives deep into the current state of venture capital and corporate innovation in the travel tech sector. Key insights include: 🔍 How the innovation landscape has evolved over the past year 📈 Bullish or bearish sentiments on travel, hospitality, and mobility markets 💡 Fundraising strategies for startups in the current climate 🏢 Leveraging new ideas for corporate enterprises to stay ahead The episode also explores different models of fundraising and innovation, from traditional venture capital to corporate venture capital, accelerator programs, and the venture studio model. Give the show a listen! #TravelTechInsider #VentureCapital #Startups #Innovation #UPLabs #UPPartners #Podcast

Last week's event at our hangar at Santa Monica Airport was nothing short of spectacular! We were thrilled to join forces with visionaries like JetZero, Pivotal, and Tesla, showcasing next-level innovations that are driving the future of mobility. Check out the snapshots from the event and see how we’re transforming the moving world together! #InnovationInFlight #CommunityBuilding #FutureOfMobility

Many thanks to Allie Garfinkle of Fortune for stopping by and talking to the crew!

Come meet with us at the 2024 Milken Institute Global Conference! We are looking forward to attending Milken’s 2024 Global Conference and to making great connections. As a first-of-its-kind venture lab dedicated to solving core problems in the mobility sector, we are eager to engage with global leaders, investors, and corporate partners to unlock innovation and drive impactful change at this year’s conference — which is aptly themed “Shaping a Shared Future.” At UP.Labs, we understand that transportation is the backbone of society, and we're committed to revolutionizing the way we move people and goods. Through strategic corporate partnerships and collaborative efforts, we rapidly ideate, build, and scale disruptive startups that prioritize cleaner, faster, safer, and more cost-effective mobility solutions. The Milken Global Conference is an excellent place to connect with thought leaders and visionaries, tackling pressing issues such as geopolitical tensions, climate change, and the implications of artificial intelligence. At this year’s conference, we’ll explore how to harness innovation for “Shaping a Shared Future.” Our President Katelyn Foley will be in attendance — so send us a message if you also plan on attending and would like to connect. We look forward to seeing you at Milken 2024! #ShapingASharedFuture #MilkenConference2024 #UPLabs #MobilityInnovation #Milken2024 #VCNews #MIGlobal #Future #Innovation #Leadership #Opportunity #Entrepreneur

It was a real pleasure be a part of GCVI last week, organized by Global Corporate Venturing, in Monterey! 🌊 A big shoutout to Pasha Saleh and our corporate partner Alaska Airlines for their collaboration on stage. It was fantastic having our Founder & CEO, John Kuolt, and President, Katelyn Foley, contribute to the dialogue on the innovator's dilemma and emerging approaches to corporate venturing. Interested in these discussions? Reach out to dive deeper into innovation with us! 🌿 #GCVI #Innovation #Partnership

🌟 Celebrating the Trailblazing Women of Our Family! 🌟 We at UP.Labs are thrilled to join UP.Partners in applauding the extraordinary women on our team. Their dedication, creativity, and excellence not only propel us forward but also inspire us all. Today, we also want to extend our admiration to every woman out there making a difference. Your remarkable contributions light up every corner of our world and bring joy to our lives. 🌼

Attention aspiring MBA summer interns! UP.Labs is excited to invite you to be a part of our intern program. Embark on an exciting journey with us and gain an unparalleled experience! Check out our LinkedIn job listing for more information: https://lnkd.in/gx92iWf4 #startup #mba #mbajobs #venturestudio #venturebuilding #startupjourney

Join us at the 8th annual Global Corporate Venturing & Innovation Summit for a keynote presentation on “New Paradigms of Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) — Porsche and Alaska Airlines.” 🎤 Keynote Speakers: 🏎 John Kuolt, Founder & CEO, UP.Labs 🚀 Katelyn Foley, President, UP.Labs ✈️ Pasha Saleh, Head of Corporate Development, Alaska Airlines In this exclusive session, John, Katelyn, and Pasha will explore the latest advancements and strategies reshaping the landscape of corporate venture capital. Learn how we’ve been working with our partners at Porsche AG and Alaska Airlines to drive innovation and growth — and what sets the UP.Labs ecosystem apart. 📅 Date: March 14, 2024 📍 Location: The Hyatt Regency Resort, Monterey, CA Contact us if you are attending and are interested in learning more about how UP.Labs is helping some of the world’s largest companies with their innovation strategies. We look forward to seeing you there and to making great connections! #VCNews #Porsche #AlaskaAirlines #Keynote #UPLabs #CVC #VentureCapital #Entrepreneurship #GCVISummit #GCVI

🌟 What a Night at CES in Las Vegas 🌟 Last evening, UP.Labs hosted a wonderful dinner, and it was nothing short of amazing! 🥂✨ From the mouth-watering cuisine to the vibrant company, every moment was a delight. Our workshops and presentations were buzzing with dynamic conversations and groundbreaking insights, thanks to our brilliant guests. A huge shout-out to everyone who attended and contributed to the enlightening discussions. 🙌 Your perspectives were invaluable and truly highlighted the immense opportunities with UP.Labs' unique financial model. A special thanks to our Corporate Partner Alaska Airlines and Pasha Saleh for attending and presenting. We're reshaping how challenges turn into innovative businesses, and it's exciting to be at the forefront with you all. Missed out on the fun? Don't worry, we've got some great pictures from the event below. 📸 Together, we're unlocking new value and pioneering change. Thanks for being a part of this journey and here's to many more! 🚀 #UPLabsCES #Innovation #Technology #Networking #CES2024