Last Monday was the kickoff event for PSL University, a new series of events featuring high-profile leaders from the Philadelphia start-up community.  These speakers have learned by doing and offer practical advice to entrepreneurs who are “in the trenches” building businesses. The event was graciously hosted by Venturef0rth and attracted a standing room only crowd.  Speakers Gabe Weinberg (DuckDuckGo), Peter Ritz (Xtium) and Darren Hill (Weblinc) gave insights and advice on the topic of customer development. Attendees learned valuable lessons on forming a customer development strategy, cultivating a loyal customer base, targeting the right markets, and more.  The event was concluded with a Q&A session where entrepreneurs in attendance could further pick the brains of the panel.   More photos are available here (courtesy of PSLer Gloria Bell).  Videos of our speakers’ presentations can be found below (courtesy of PSLer Cliff Stevens): Darren Hill Peter Ritz Gabe Weinberg PSL would like to thank everyone who came out for the event, especially our speakers, for joining us. For more tips and information on customer development, click through to the videos below, courtesy of Steve Blank and Startup Weekend. Customer Development In 54 Hours with Steve Blank (Part 1 | Part 2) Check back on the events page for future PSL University dates and times.

Philly Startup Leaders is excited to announce the first official “PSL University” Event on Monday, July 9th at 6:30PM at Venturef0rth (417 North 8th Street, Philadelphia PA 19123). RSVP Here (space is limited): http://psl.ticketleap.com/psl-university-customer-development/

Join us for a happy hour and celebration of our new President, Bob Moul.  This is an opportunity for you to meet Bob, tell him your thoughts on where PSL should be headed, and mingle with other startup people.  The first drink is on Bob, so join us! Happy Hour Jan 17, 2012 6:00 - 9:00 PM Ladder 15 Bar & Restaurant 1528 Sansom Street Philadelphia, PA 19102

Please read this entire message if you care about the future of the Philadelphia technology startup community.  This article explains our history, what we stand for, and where we’re going.  We will be kicking off the next generation of PSL on Tuesday 9/13/2011 at University of the Arts.  Join us!

We got some great new sponsors for the BBQ. Are you coming? Did you invite your friends? Get your tickets NOW: http://psl.ticketleap.com/psl-summer-bbq-2011/

Title: Morgan Lewis Venture Ready Workshop - How to Talk to Money - The Elevator Pitch Location: Morgan Lewis - 1700 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 Link out: Click here Start Time: 15:00 Date: 2011-06-23 End Time: 17:30

Title: Joint PSL / PACT event - "I Signed What?" Understanding Term Sheets and Financing Terms Location: Quorum - 3711 Market Street, 8th Floor, Philadelphia Description: An introduction to the world of investments will explore and demystify common terms including: participating preferred, convertible security, convertible dividend, hurdle rate, preference, waterfalls, etc. Join PACT and Philly StartUp Leaders for a real life examination of term sheets and how they affect the founder's ownership and value. Also learn why percent ownership may not imply what percent of proceeds you get at the time of exiting. Featured Speaker: Farid Naib, Founder and CEO, Document Depository Corporation (DDC) Start Time: 17:30 Date: 2011-06-28 End Time: 19:30 Register here

Title: Joint PSL / PACT event - "I Signed What?" Understanding Term Sheets and Financing Terms Location: Quorum - 3711 Market Street, 8th Floor, Philadelphia Description: An introduction to the world of investments will explore and demystify common terms including: participating preferred, convertible security, convertible dividend, hurdle rate, preference, waterfalls, etc. Join PACT and Philly StartUp Leaders for a real life examination of term sheets and how they affect the founder's ownership and value. Also learn why percent ownership may not imply what percent of proceeds you get at the time of exiting. Featured Speaker: Farid Naib, Founder and CEO, Document Depository Corporation (DDC) Start Time: 17:30 Date: 2011-06-28 End Time: 19:30 Register here

Philly StartUp Leaders exists because startup entrepreneurs need each other. We are a community of technology entrepreneurs who are dedicated to helping each other on their entrepreneurial journey. Our monthly Happy Hours are one of the best places for our members to provide the kind of emotional and practical support that can only come from a fellow entrepreneur. So come out and share your knowledge, your experience and your support! RSVP:  http://psl.ticketleap.com/may-2011-happy-hour/ Date:  Tuesday, May 10, 2011 Time:  6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Location: The American Pub 1500 Market Street Centre Square Building Concourse Level Philadelphia, PA 19102 Let's keep the energy of Philly Tech Week moving forward! Come meet and mingle with other tech entrepreneurs.

April is another full month for Philly StartUp Leaders!   Happy Hour and PSL's Tech Talent Expo during Philly Tech Week Second Tuesday is almost here, which means time for PSL Happy Hour! Whether your answer is “Absolutely! I wouldn’t miss it” or “I’m not sure of my schedule, but I’m going to try my best to be there”, please RSVP via the link below. Happy Hour April 12th http://psl.ticketleap.com/psl-april-happy-hour/ 6:30 – 9:00 pm Ladder 15 1528 Sansom Street Philadelphia, PA 19102   Tech Talent Expo April 26th TECHNICAL TALENT IS IN DEMAND IN PHILLY Philadelphia has some some pretty amazing companies that are in need of talented technical experts to join their team, but sometimes it can be hard to stand out in a pile of resumes. To meet that need, Philly Startup Leaders is turning the job fair upside down and offering companies a chance to meet engineers, developers and designers with specific skills in an intimate networking event offered exclusively during Philly Tech Week. Are you a technical expert between jobs or seeking a new opportunity? If so, then come to Philly Startup Leaders’ Tech Week Event where you could find the opportunity of your dreams. 40 EMPLOYERS ARE ATTENDING! But less than 40 tickets are left for Technical Talent. So if you‘re ready to get the attention you deserve from adoring employers... GET YOUR TICKETS NOW: http://psl.ticketleap.com/tech-talent-expo/ Download a PDF of the event flyer to share: Download PDF To participate in the event, please contact Patty Tawadros or Gloria Bell Event Schedule & Location:April 26, 2011 // 4pm – 6pm 4 – 4:30pm: Registration & Networking 4:30 – 5:15pm: Tech Talent Spotlight 5:15 – 6pm: Open Networking University City Science Center Fuller Conference Rooms, 8th Floor 3711 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 *Many thanks to our sponsor: University City Science Center