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Fast Company
an hour ago
- Business
- Fast Company
What the Wright Brothers can teach science entrepreneurs about how to survive a funding pullback
What happens when venture capital and government pull back from science entrepreneurs at the same time? Many scientists think we're about to find out, and are looking at how we can preserve our country's innovative leadership. While others are pulling back, at Activate we're leaning in and asking, 'What should we teach the scientist founders we support so they can find the opportunity in this crisis?' History lesson History has a lesson for us: the U.S. saw a boom in 'deep-tech' between 1870 and 1920 even though neither venture capital nor government grants existed at that time. Moreover, much of that technology was commercialized by teams of fewer than 10 people. Consider, for example, a particularly famous startup founded by two brothers. In 1892, some of America's most famous science entrepreneurs, Orville and Wilbur Wright, capitalized on a growing craze for bicycles in the U.S. by opening a bicycle shop in Dayton, Ohio. In 1896, the U.S. Government's War Department allocated $50,000 (about $1.9M in 2025 USD) to the Smithsonian Institution, the closest thing to a national lab at that time, to develop a powered flying machine. In 1899, in response to this very public market signal and to growing competition in the bicycle industry, the Wrights began to pivot toward developing an airplane. In their historic moment, they demonstrated powered flight in November 1903 and went on to earn their first revenue (totaling about $3.8M in 2025 USD) in late 1908 and early 1909. Financing deep tech Commercializing deep tech took the same decade then that it does now. This makes sense: we can make much more complex technologies today, but the core loop of design-prototype-test-revise continues to move at the speed of human thought and observation. Without grants or venture investment, financing deep tech then was very different, but it was not impossible. The Wrights continued to own and operate their bicycle business (with substantial assistance from their sister Katherine) over their entire entrepreneurship journey, only divesting in 1908 once the airplane was sure to pay the bills. From bicycle to airplane The bicycle shop provided the funds, skills, team, and facilities needed to develop the airplane. Funds: The bicycle shop was consistently profitable, allowing the Wrights to support themselves and invest in their airplane research. Skills: The Wrights started by selling and repairing bicycles from a variety of brands, graduated to assembling bicycles from components and selling them under their own 'Van Cleve' and 'St. Clair' brands, and eventually invented components (such as improved wheel hubs) for their cycles. Team: Charlie Taylor, whose many contributions to the first airplane include designing and building its aluminum engine, began working with the Wright Cycle Co. as a contract machinist in 1898 before joining full-time in 1901. Facility: The workshop and tools in the bicycle shop doubled as the laboratory for testing and building prototypes for the first airplane. When the Wrights finally closed the bicycle shop, it was to fully convert it to a workshop for their airplane business. Today's science entrepreneurs have a lot they can learn from this model. For one, even when venture capital investment is available, opening a bicycle shop before developing an airplane is often the way to go. We're advising our Activate fellows to find products and services that customers will buy today and that build the team, skills, and assets they need to bring their transformative technologies to market. The genius of the Wright brothers wasn't just in being first in flight, but also in seeing how the airplane could grow out of their bicycle business. Three questions In my job as managing director of Activate's Boston community, I have long-term coaching relationships with 20 science entrepreneurs. Right now I'm telling them to ask themselves three questions: How do I grow the long-term value of my airplane? How do I grow the short-term value of my bicycle shop? How do I tighten the connection between the two? In an uncertain economy, supporting science entrepreneurs is more important than ever. They have the skills needed to build 'bicycle shops' that deliver unglamorous but critical products and services for the millions of deeply technical niche markets that underpin our modern world. They also have the creativity and tenacity to leverage their day-to-day work to invent entirely new industries that meet our country's most pressing needs. We need to publicly recommit to these often unsung science heroes so that we can set them—and our country—up for success.
Reuters
21 hours ago
- Business
- Reuters
The Founder Story Behind Unlisted: From Neighborhood Curiosity to National Platform
DAYTON, OH, June 19, 2025 (EZ Newswire) -- Unlisted, opens new tab, the real estate platform focused exclusively on homes not currently for sale, was born from a familiar moment. Founder and CEO, Katie Hill, walked past a home and thought, 'I love that house; I wonder if it could be mine someday?' Unlike most, she acted on that curiosity — and Unlisted was the result. Unlisted's origin story began with a friendly conversation. Hill approached her neighbor who owned the house she admired and expressed her interest. The owner wasn't selling right then but was flattered, intrigued, and open to future conversations as he was planning for his retirement in the coming few years. Hill asked for a right of first refusal whenever the neighbor was ready to sell and he agreed. That moment of neighborhood curiosity inspired many questions in Hill's mind: These questions became the blueprint for Unlisted, a growing platform built to unlock the hidden layer of the real estate market: homes that aren't actively for sale but might be — for the right offer, the right timeline, or the right terms. Founded by Hill in 2022, Unlisted helps buyers express interest in any home, whether or not it's on the market, and gives homeowners a private, pressure-free way to collect interest and better understand the marketability of their property. Homeowners can 'claim' their home, control the way their property appears online, personalize its details and photos, and initiate conversations with buyers who join their Waitlist — all on their own timeline, and without committing to sell. 'We're not trying to push people to sell,' says Hill. 'We're giving them the option to see what's possible and make better-informed decisions.' Unlisted works selectively with vetted real estate agents with proven track records, ensuring that when buyers and homeowners align on a transaction opportunity they have access to the local real estate resources they need. 'Unlisted's technology is far-reaching and creates more opportunities but it still maintains the local, human connection that is so important in real estate.' explains Jason Rowland, licensed real estate broker with the Rowland Group at Compass in Chicago and a selected partner with Unlisted. 'I have deep knowledge of my local market and serve as a trusted resource for both buyers and homeowners on Unlisted who are exploring their options in the neighborhood. It's the best of all worlds.' Real estate requires that people make some of the most important decisions of their lives. Unlisted offers a new way to discover opportunities and information — helping both sides of the transaction achieve optimum outcomes. Learn more at opens new tab. About Unlisted Unlisted is an AI-powered real estate technology platform designed to reveal off-market property opportunities. By leveraging machine learning, the company creates more dynamic, efficient market opportunities for buyers, sellers, and real estate professionals. For more information, visit Media Contact Sophia Jacometsophia@ ### SOURCE: Unlisted Copyright 2025 EZ Newswire See release on EZ Newswire
Yahoo
a day ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Dayton candidates vow to avoid mudslinging after attack ads in prior election
Jun. 17—Shenise Turner-Sloss, Darryl Fairchild and Jacob Davis recently signed a written pledge to run a "clean campaign" for the November election cycle that refrains from negative personal attacks and mudslinging. They challenged their opponents in the Dayton mayor and commission races to do the same. Turner-Sloss and Fairchild were the subject of attack ad mailers from other Democrats when they ran for Dayton City Commission four years ago. They and some community members called the mailers racist and an attempt to use campaign dirty tricks. This November, Commissioners Fairchild and Turner-Sloss are running as a team with Davis, against Darius Beckham, Karen Wick and incumbent Mayor Jeffrey Mims Jr., who are campaigning together. Fairchild, Davis, Beckham and Wick are running for two open city commission seats, while Turner-Sloss is trying to unseat Mayor Mims. Turner-Sloss, Fairchild and Davis said they signed a clean campaign pledge last week where they vowed to refrain from personal attacks and divisive rhetoric. The pledge also says they won't share false, misleading or unsubstantiated information about candidates, groups or community members, and that their campaigns will focus on issues and qualifications. The pledge says they will promote open, honest and issue-based debate, and they'll hold their supporters and campaign staff to these standards. In a statement, Davis said "campaigns should be about ideas, solutions and vision," while Turner-Sloss said the city deserves leaders who focus on issues and not personal attacks. Commissioner Fairchild said, "Dayton is stronger when our politics reflect our community values: respect, decency, and fairness. This pledge is a promise to lead by example." The candidates urged their opponents to sign the pledge. In response, Mims, Beckham and Wick issued a joint statement that says, "We're glad to see that all campaigns are committed to running on principles of honesty, respect, and integrity. That's what Daytonians deserve. We're not interested in political games, we're focused on doing the work. Our priority remains where it's always been: delivering real results, strengthening our neighborhoods, and providing the steady, experienced leadership Dayton needs." When Turner-Sloss and Fairchild last ran for the Dayton City Commission in the fall of 2021, attack advertisements were mailed out to city voters that said the candidates "opposed measures to keep us safe from violent crime." One mailer claimed that Turner-Sloss could not be trusted because she was endorsed by the Dayton/Miami Valley Democratic Socialists of America. Fairchild and Turner-Sloss at the time said the mailers were dirty tricks and racist dog whistles. The Montgomery County Democratic Party issued an apology to Fairchild and Turner-Sloss, and the Ohio Democratic Party chairwoman also said she apologized to the candidates. Montgomery County Democratic Party Executive Director Kurt Hatcher resigned in the wake of the controversy. All four candidates in the race were Democrats.
Cosmopolitan
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Update on Dayton and 2025 Team Status
Prepare to have "Thunderstruck" stuck in your head for the foreseeable future, because Netflix just dropped season two of America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, and it was even more dramatic than last season. Truly didn't think it was possible, but here we are. Season two introduced us to a new fleet of rookies vying for a coveted position on the team—and watching them get cut was extremely rough. But Dayton Bramhall's journey was especially heartbreaking due to 1) the fact that she's auditioned multiple times before, and 2) the unique pressure she was facing to make the team due to her family connections. Much like Victoria Kalina from season one, Dayton has DCC in her DNA. Her mom, Shelly, was a cheerleader and works on the team as an assistant dance coach. So the pressure on Dayton has to say the least. Unfortunately, Dayton was let go pretty far into training camp during season two (which, reminder, was filmed last summer). she up to now—and did she re-audition for another DCC season? Let's get into it. Dayton posted a roundup of photos from June just a few days ago—including one of her wearing what is clearly a DCC training uniform. Here's her Instagram, and then a still of her performing in America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, for comparison. Love that she came back to try again—but it sadly doesn't look like she made the team based on a group picture the DCC's official Instagram posted on June 15. Fans who have been rooting for Dayton are understandably upset, with comments like "Justice for Dayton," "so so sad to not see her," and "Dayton you will always be the true definition of perseverance! The best is yet to come." Meanwhile, Dayton is taking the cut in stride, and posted footage of her dancing on TikTok: She also commented on a fan's post about her not making the team for the 2025 season, saying "Thank you for being so sweet, Charlotte! It wasn't in the cards for me, but I'm proud of how much i've grown. I feel it's important to note I did EVERYTHING they asked of me and tried my absolute best to fit their mold. I'm not wanted there and I'm hoping this takes me to where I truly belong!" By the way, Dayton's mom Shelly also chimed in, writing in the comments "Dayton's mom here…I don't usually comment on any posts regarding her journey, but your words are kind. Her light is bright and will shine elsewhere! She's beautiful, talented but more importantly, she has a soft, humble spirit. She took the advice to train and do all the things asked of her. She's stronger for doing so, even if the results weren't in her favor. God has something better for her, we will wait to see where He leads. 🤍" Dayton might not be in DCC, but based on her recent posts, she's still perusing her passion for dance. Can't wait to see what she does next!
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Atlantic 10 announces 2025-26 men's basketball schedule for league's 50th season
The Atlantic 10 announced its pairings for the upcoming men's basketball season. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] The conference will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2025-26. Advertisement All members will play 18 games for the 12th straight year, according to an A-10 spokesperson. TRENDING STORIES: The University of Dayton men's basketball team will have home-and-home games against Duquesne, George Washington, Loyola Chicago, Saint Louis, and VCU. UD played all these schools twice last season, except GW. The last time Dayton played GW was in the 2021-22 season. The Flyers will also host Davidson, Fordham, Rhode Island, and St. Bonaventure. Their road games are at George Mason, La Salle, Richmond, and Saint Joseph's. The 2026 Atlantic 10 Men's Basketball Championship will be in Pittsburgh, March 11-15, at the PPG Paints Arena. Advertisement Dayton returns two starters from last year's team that went 23-11 and lost in the second round of the 2025 NIT. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
