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24th annual Be Your Own Boss Bowl® Live Pitch Event
Ethan Berg
April 22, 2022

The Be Your Own Boss Bowl® (BYOBB®) Competition started in 1997 at Temple University as the “Business Plan Competition,” and has since evolved into one of the nation’s most lucrative pitch competitions for aspiring entrepreneurs, with a total prize package including cash prizes and in-kind services awards worth over $125,000. The #beyourownbossbowl is open to all Temple University students, alumni, faculty, and staff from all 17 schools and colleges within the Temple University community. The objective of the BYOBB® competition is to encourage the formation and launch of new small businesses and scalable entrepreneurial ventures by the Temple community. 


This year, eight #templemade #owlpreneurs competed in two tracks - Undergraduate and Upper Track (Graduate students, Alumni, Faculty, Staff). You can learn more about the finalists at iei.temple.edu/byobb. 


CONGRATS TO THIS YEARS FINALISTS AND WINNERS! 

Grand Prize: 

Agora World

Ethan Berg, FOX ’20

Sky Nite, UC Berkeley ’14


Upper Track: 

1st Place: Agora World

Ethan Berg, FOX ’20

Sky Nite, UC Berkeley ’14

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PRESS RELEASE: Agora World Named Top 10 Finalist in QBE Insurance AcceliCITY Resilience Challenge

By Ethan Berg • October 9, 2024
PHILADELPHIA, OCTOBER 8, 2024 — Agora World, a leading no-code 3D visualization and simulation platform, proudly announces its selection as a Top 10 Resiliency Solution in the prestigious QBE Insurance AcceliCITY Resilience Challenge , powered by Leading Cities . Cities worldwide are grappling with complex challenges—from aging infrastructure and climate change to data fragmentation. Traditional solutions often remain intricate, technical, and fragmented, hindering effective responses. Agora World is transforming this landscape by offering a simpler, more integrated approach to urban resilience. Empowering Urban Resilience Through Innovation: Agora World's platform enables: 🚨 Emergency Responders: Evaluate and plan sites in minutes, conduct immersive training simulations, and receive real-time AI optimizations. 🏗️ Cities: Grade and maintain infrastructure like hydrants and poles, automate responses, and ensure resilience. 📡 Telecom Providers: Optimize 5G deployment by running complex simulations to ensure efficient coverage. 🔧 Urban Projects: Leverage AR digital twins and AI to streamline permitting, progress tracking, and collaboration. A Recognition of Impact: "We are thrilled to be recognized among the top innovators in urban resilience," said Ethan Berg, Founder and CEO of Agora World. "This honor validates our commitment to empowering cities with accessible tools that foster sustainability, equity, and resilience. We're excited to collaborate with industry leaders to amplify our impact on urban communities globally." About the AcceliCITY Resilience Challenge: The QBE Insurance AcceliCITY Resilience Challenge is a global competition that identifies and supports startups addressing the most pressing challenges faced by cities today. As a Top 10 Finalist, Agora World gains the opportunity to collaborate with experts, gain valuable exposure, and further develop its groundbreaking solutions. Join Us in Shaping the Future of Cities If our mission resonates with you, let's chat: info [at] agoraworld [dot] io  For more information about Agora World and our innovative solutions, please visit www.agoraworld.com

Agora World Named Top 10 Finalist at Startup World Cup Orlando!

By Ethan Berg • September 4, 2024
I’m beyond excited to announce that Agora World has been selected as one of the Top 10 Finalists for Startup World Cup Orlando ! On September 18th, we’ll have the opportunity to pitch in front of a world-class panel of judges for a chance to represent Central Florida in the Grand Finale in Silicon Valley, where we’ll be competing for a $1M investment prize. This recognition is a great reflection of the hard work our team has put into pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with site intelligence. At Agora World, we’re passionate about democratizing access to 3D visualization and digital twin technologies. Our goal is to empower companies, cities, and communities to harness the power of data-driven insights through easy-to-use, no-code tools that transform how they understand and optimize their environments. Representing Central Florida on a Global Stage Startup World Cup is one of the world’s most prestigious startup competitions, and we’re proud to represent the vibrant and growing innovation ecosystem of Orlando. Central Florida is a central hub for a lot of the emerging tech we see today, especially in the 3D and simulation space, and we’re thrilled to be one of those selected to showcase the incredible work coming out of this region on September 18th. This will be a great chance for us to demonstrate how Agora World is democratizing site intelligence—from smart city planning to energy optimization and beyond. With real-time 3D visualizations, our platform is changing the way companies and municipalities approach critical decision-making, reducing costs, improving outcomes, and building a more resilient future. Stay Tuned—Exciting Things Are on the Horizon There’s no slowing down from here. We’ve got another huge announcement coming next week that we can’t wait to share, so be sure to stay tuned! 

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