MONTHLY CHANCE MEETINGS
Monday, July 7th, 5 - 7 pm @ Highpoint Cider (7565 Lupine Ln, Victor, ID)
Please register below
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Sometimes all you need is the right connection and a little inspiration. Well, what are you waiting for? Find both at our free monthly networking event. You never know...
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Theme: The Marketing Trifecta: Authentic Branding, Compelling Content, and Customer Connection
Join us on Monday July 7th from 5-7 pm at Highpoint Cider in Victor, ID for a dynamic panel exploring the evolving landscape of modern marketing through the lens of the powerful trifecta: authentic branding, compelling content, and meaningful customer connection. Marketing experts and entrepreneurs Erica Rice, Emily Bryne, and Lane Valiente will dive into how brand and content strategies have shifted over the past five years, and how businesses can better align brand identity with both short-term goals and long-term equity. You’ll hear real-world examples of what happens when branding and execution align—and when they don’t—as well as tools and frameworks for balancing creativity with consistency across channels.
This conversation will be especially valuable for small businesses and founders navigating limited resources. Panelists will share practical guidance on how to prioritize brand clarity, select the right marketing channels, and build content that resonates with audiences and reinforces brand values.
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ANNOUNCING JULY NOONTIME KNOWLEDGE
THE REAL DEAL: FUNDRAISING LESSONS FROM BOTH SIDES OF THE TABLE
Whether you're evaluating fundraising strategies, preparing for your first raise, or refining your pitch for institutional capital, this session will shed light on the realities, challenges, and strategies that drive successful fundraising.
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PITCH DAY IS TUESDAY OCTOBER 7th: SAVE THE DATE & REGISTER NOW
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WELOME TO SILICON COULOIR TRUSTEES
It is with tremendous gratitude that we welcome Super Trustees Bill Newell and Lesley Stoltz, as well as Trustee Paul Zuber, to the Silicon Couloir community. Trustees provide the essential financial runway that allows us to deliver world-class programs for our entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Thank you, Bill, Lesley, and Paul, for your generous commitment to supporting entrepreneurship in the Teton region.
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Bill Newell has over 25 years of executive leadership experience in the biotechnology industry and 15 years of experience as a corporate attorney. Most recently, he served as Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Board of Directors of Sutro Biopharma (NASDAQ:STRO) from January 2009 through March 2025. Previously, he served as the President of Aerovance, Inc. from 2006 to 2007. Bill Newell has also served as the Chief Business Officer and Senior Vice President at QLT Inc. (NASDAQ: QLTI), and in several senior management positions at Axys Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:AXPH). Prior to working in the biotechnology industry, Bill Newell practiced corporate law for 15 years in California.
He also served on trade associations advocating and supporting for the biotechnology industry. He was a member of the executive committee of the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) and as a member of BIO's Health Section and its Emerging Company Section. Additionally, he is a former Chair and board member of California Life Sciences (CLS). Bill Newell also served as the Board Chair of the Jane Goodall Institute and Head-Royce School. Bill Newell received his undergraduate degree from Dartmouth College and his law degree from the University of Michigan Law School.
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Lesley Stoltz is currently working with Johnson & Johnson as the Head of West North America External Scientific Innovation. In this role, she leads a cross functional team of scientists and transactors who work across the region searching for and executing deals that provide new technologies and products for J&J innovative medicine pipeline. Lesley was originally trained as a PhD in organic chemistry, and she has spent most of her career in business and corporate development and strategy for biopharmaceutical companies big and small, in the US and Europe.
In addition to her corporate roles, Lesley has spent much of her career mentoring young people in the biopharma industry. She developed and has taught a three day business development course for the industry for over 20 years. She has been on multiple non-profit boards including community education boards and state industry advocacy boards. Finally, she has been a Director for a small private biotech company focused on prostate cancer treatments.
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Paul Zuber is a seasoned technology executive and investor with over two decades of leadership experience across private equity, enterprise software, and global operations. He currently serves as Operating Partner and North American Lead at Hg, a leading software-focused private equity firm, where he partners with portfolio companies to drive strategic growth and operational excellence.
Prior to joining Hg, Paul spent 12 years at Thoma Bravo, one of the world’s premier software investment firms, where he was Operating Partner and Head of the Technology Group. In this role, he worked closely with management teams to scale high-performing software companies, focusing on operational improvement, product strategy, and talent development.
Before his career in private equity, Paul was the founding CEO of Dilithium Networks, a global pioneer in mobile multimedia solutions. Under his leadership, Dilithium’s technology reached over 1.5 billion subscribers across 60+ countries, garnered more than 100 patents and recognitions, and was ultimately acquired by OnMobile. He also led Bluegum Group, a contract manufacturing company he co-founded in Australia, to A$500M in revenue prior to its acquisition by Solectron, where he then served as President of Solectron Australia.
Paul holds BA degrees in International Relations and Economics from Stanford University, where he was elected to Phi Beta Kappa, and an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business.
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PRIVATE OFFICES AVAILABLE AT THE COWORK SPACE
The Cowork Space has two personal offices available for rent. Offices provide privacy while connecting you to the coworking and Silicon Couloir communities with flexible month-to-month terms. Prices are negotiable.
- Corner Office (175 sq ft) - Full of natural light, space accommodates up to 4 comfortably
- Executive Suite (95 sq ft) - Glass door lets in plenty of light. Internal office perfect for one or two focused individuals
Don't need a private office? We also have dedicated desks available. Schedule a tour HERE.
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WILD RYE ANNOUNCES WEFUNDER CAMPAIGN
Cassie Abel, Founder and CEO, recently announced a Wefunder campaign for Wild Rye. To learn more or become an investor, check out the campaign HERE.
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HAVE NEWS TO SHARE?
As always, please feel free to send news of your company's press, events, successes, and milestones to Hello@SiliconCouloir.com and we'll do our best to feature them in our newsletters!
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ARE YOU A COMMUNITY CARETAKER?
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Silicon Couloir strengthens our Teton regional community by empowering the entrepreneurial ecosystem. More than just business development, we believe in enriching our community character and enhancing our mountain town culture. Help us support business pioneers in the Tetons by becoming a community caretaker!
To offer your time or talent, please email us at Hello@SiliconCouloir.com.
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