1、WELCOMETO DOWNTOWN LAS VEGAS!Were so excited you made it. Perhaps youve been to Vegas before, for a conference orweekend trip on the strip. Or maybe its your first time. Either way the Vegas youreabout to experience is quite different from the one most people know. Downtown LasVegas (DTLV) is just a
2、s fun, colorful and exciting, but rather than just a vacation orconference destination, its a vibrant live-work-play community.Catalyzed by the Downtown Project, led by Tony Hsieh, DTLV hasquickly transformed into a vibrant neighborhood full of entrepreneursand other members of the creative class wh
3、o are excited aboutbuilding a city based on a culture that values community, passion,creativity and happiness. We also like to think that DTLV makesyou smarter.Welcome to our neighborhood!WHO WE ARETech Cocktail is a national news and events organization based in DTLV. Our mission isto help entrepre
4、neurs enjoy the startup life journey by providing resources, connectionsand community wherever they may be around the globe. Aside from our daily content, wehost events in over 30 communities around the country. We relocated to DTLV becausethe size & scope of what the Downtown Project is trying
5、to accomplish is truly incredible,creating a great base of operations for Tech Cocktail and providing an incredible focus ofour journalistic attention. We love being a part of this community.Downtown Las Vegas is north of “the strip” where all the big hotels reside just about 2miles north of the Str
6、atosphere on Las Vegas Boulevard. The intersection of Las VegasBoulevard and Fremont Street is a perfect starting point for any walking tour of DTLV!(Schedule a tour here!)GETTING AROUNDTheres also a bus system that can take you around the area. To learn more about The Deuceand the SDX (Strip &
7、Downtown Express), visit this schedule: http:/goo.gl/VCHzCmThe great news is, once you get downtown, you can pretty much get anywhere you needto go on foot. If you need a taxi, just walk to the front of the El Cortez or the DowntownGrand hotel, where taxis line up.THE LOCAL DTLV TECH SCENEThe downto
8、wn area has a burgeoning tech scene! Lets take a closer lookat its different components.STARTUPSThere are too many to list here, but you can get a sense of the various localstartups by looking in a few places.1) Articles about Vegas startups can be found on: http:/tech.co/vegas2) VegasTechFund portf
9、olio companies can be found here: http:/ VegasT also writes about the local startup community: http:/ Visit this map to see where startups are located around the city: http:/VEGASTECHFUNDThe Downtown Project focuses on a few different areas such as realestate, small businesses, education and artsbut
10、 the area we care themost about is TECH. The Downtown Project includes a $50MM fundcalled the VegasTechFund, which also includes Work in Progress,The Mill, and Progression Labs.WORK IN PROGRESS317 S 6th St. and 701 Bridger Ave 4th FloorOur local coworking facility houses over 200 members and 40 star
11、tupsacross both locations, as well as the VegasTechFund and The Mill.PROGRESSION LABSAn “accelerator-like” program in downtown Vegas that invests $10,000 to $25,000in very early-stage startups. This “residential immersion program” lasts 3 months,and ends with a demo-day.THE MILLThe Mill awards $5,00
12、0 each week to an entrepreneur with a promising idea.Entrepreneurs get to spend 2 months working out of the Work in Progresscoworking space and getting mentorship through their mentor program.VEGASTECHFUNDDTLV TECH ECOSYSTEMTECH COCKTAIL WEEKFor 4 days each month, Tech Cocktailhosts a tech retreat/m
13、ini-conference inDTLV, inviting 25-30 founders, investors,media and industry leaders to come visit,meet interesting people and share theirknowledge with the local community andwalk away inspired by what is happening inDowntown Vegas.THE OGDEN150 Las Vegas Blvd NThe Ogden is a special place in DTLV.
14、Its a residential space, hometo a few great restaurants (Wild, Rachels Kitchen and Scullery), andhome base for Tech Cocktail, TicketCake and some other localcompanies.DOWNTOWN PODCASTA weekly video production filmed by friends, community membersand visitors to share the stories, ideas and people tha
15、t make theDowntown Las Vegas community so special.DOWNTOWN PROJECT302 E Carson Ave #200The largest and most unique startup in DTLV, led by Tony Hsieh, the Downtown Project iscommitted to helping transform Downtown Las Vegas into the most community-focused large cityin the world. Their goal is to ins
16、pire and empower people to follow their passions to create a vibrant,connected urban core. The project has allocated $350 million to aid in the revitalization of DowntownLas Vegas, investing $200 million in real estate, $50 million in small businesses, $50 million ineducation, and $50 million in tec
17、h startups through the VegasTechFund. (Schedule a tour here.)STITCH FACTORY300 N Las Vegas Blvd #120A fashion incubator, coworking studio and creative community established to support emergingfashion designers. The collaborative studio offers designers professional workspace, an inspiringcommunity a
18、nd business mentorship. The expertise of the in-house team extends to branddevelopment, marketing a collection, and communication with buyers.DTLV TECH ECOSYSTEMDTLV TECHLOCAL MOTORS515 E Stewart AveA free online and physical workspace tomake your vehicle innovations into reality.The Local Motors mi
19、crofactory is aunique addition to DTLV.ECOSYSTEMTHE INNEVATION CENTERThe inNEVation Center is a public/private economic diversification effort,bringing together entrepreneurs, business leaders, mentors, investors,educators and government agencies. Its the brainchild of Switch founderRob Roy, and a c
20、ommitment to “pay forward” the success of Switch (seeSuperNap below) by helping to empower Nevadas next generation ofeconomic leaders.SWITCH SUPERNAP7135 S Decatur BlvdSupernap, an independent, privately held company headquartered in LasVegas, and expanding around the globe, is driving vital transfo
21、rmation inthe technology infrastructure industry. (Schedule a tour here.)TECHNOLOGY BUSINESSALLIANCE OF NEVADA(TBAN)TBAN is proactively fostering technologybusiness growth in Nevada. Dedicated toassisting technology-based startups,emerging and growth companies in findingthe talent, customers and fin
22、ancing neededto be successful.DTLV TECH ECOSYSTEMSYN SHOP117 N 4th St.A hackerspace for sharing, creation, collaboration, research,development, mentoring and learning. Founded in 2008, when someDIY enthusiasts decided that instead of hiding in garages, workshopsand offices, they should come together
23、 and start a community aroundthe things they are passionate about.ZAPPOS400 E Stewart AveZappos, the online apparel company known globally for its companyculture and customer service, moved its office to downtown Vegas inSeptember 2013, in the space that formerly housed the city hall.OTHER PLACES OF
24、 INTERESTCOTERIE515 Fremont St.Coterie is a hybrid fashion boutique/hangout space. You can go hang out,have a drink or a cupcake, write on the blackboard walls, or watch a movieprojected onto the floor. Right now, the historic sign above the store reads:Checks Cashed.HYDRANT CLUB9th and Fremont Stre
25、etsHydrant Club is a membership access facility, requiring dogs to have proof ofclean health and official licensing with the local municipality. More than that,its an oasis in the center of DTLV for dogs and their parents!CONTAINER PARK707 Fremont St.The Downtown Container Park isan outdoor shopping
26、, dining andentertainment hub, created by theDowntown Project. Made of shippingcontainers stacked upon each other,situated around a family-friendly playspace, this unique venue offers avariety of boutique shops andrestaurants. Live music is featuredon the outdoor stage nightly.OTHER PLACES OF INTERE
27、STGOLDSPIKE217 N Las Vegas BlvdOwned by the Downtown Project, the GoldSpike is a greatspot for coworking or grabbing a bite or drink anytime ofday or night (open 24 hours). Make sure to check out thebackyard.TURNTABLE HEALTH701 Bridger Ave, Suite 150Turntable Health is a member-based primary care an
28、dwellness ecosystem in Las Vegas. Doctors are available24/7 by phone, email, or the option to video chat. Membersget a health coach that works directly with doctors andnurses to help members reach their goals.INSPIRE THEATRE707 Fremont St.Located at one of the most famousintersections in the world,
29、Inspire is anevent center, bar complex, cornernewsstand, and cafe. Designed for localsand tourists alike, theres truly somethingfor everyone at Inspire-from nearly 200hometown papers and internationalmagazines to Italian-style coffee, Vegas-style entertainment, hospitality and stellarviews of downto
30、wns bustling FremontEast Entertainment District.ShavonnahTira CollinsShavonnahTieraStartup WeekendFacilitator, UNLVStartup CenterJen ConsalvonoreasterCofounder and COOof Tech CocktailLOCAL TECH LEADERSThere are many people who makeDTLV and the local tech eco-systemwhat it is these are just a few of
31、thefolks you might come across whileexploring the area.Laura BerklauraberkCofounderProgression Labs,Cofounder ofROCeteer.LOCAL TECH LEADERSFrank GruberFrankGruberCofounder and CEO ofTech Cocktail, Author ofStartup Mixology: TechCocktails Guide toBuilding, Growing andCelebrating StartupSuccessJohn Ha
32、wkinsvegasgeekCofounder of 9seeds,Organizer ofLas Vegas WordPressMeetup andWordCampLas VegasSara Vainer HillsaravainerWork in ProgressDirector ofEntrepreneurshipTony HsiehtonyhsiehCEO of Zappos,Fearless Leader ofDowntown Project,Best Selling AuthorRick DugganrickdugganOrganizer of the LasVegas Paren
33、t/KidProgramming Meetup,CTO RolltechLOCAL TECH LEADERSJacquelineJensenJackieMJensenCofounder ofTicketCake,Producer DowntownPodcast and Curatorof VegasTAdam KramerVegasKramerVice President ofInnevation, Chief ofStaff for the NevadaBoard at SWITCHAmy Jo MartinAmyJoMartinNY Times Best SellingAuthor &am
34、p; Founder ofDigitalRoyaltyJen McCabejensmccabeDowntown Projects“hardwaresorceress”, runningthe Nimbus Portfoliofor VegasTechFundJimmy JacobsonjimmyjacobsonCofounderof Wedgies, Organizerof local hackathonsLOCAL TECH LEADERSMark RowlandROCETEER_LVFounder and ChiefRoceteer of ROCeteerand Cheer LeaderD
35、elivering HappinessRob RoySUPERNAPCEO, Founder,Inventor, Chairman atSWITCHFred MosslerZappos_Fred“No Title” at Zappos,Partner atVegasTechFundDamien PattonwebbizceoFounder and CEOof BanjoGeorge MoncriefgeomonEntrepreneur inResidence atVegasTechFundLOCAL TECH LEADERSJen TalerJen_zapposManaging Partner
36、,Stitch Factory,Brand AmbassadorZach WarezachwareCofounder of Work inProgress, Founderof Project 100,Partner at theVegasTechFundAndy WhiteLeanStarterPartner at theVegasTechFund.Gabe ShepherdgabeshepLiaison for SXSWV2V, Cofounder ofDont Sweat the Tech,WedgiesAugusta ScottzapposcoachLife/Goals Coach a
37、tZappos, Organizer oflocal eventsLAS VEGAS TECH PRESSTECH COCKTAILA national news and events organization headquartered in DTLV.Covers hyperlocal startup news around the country, includingLas Vegas. Mission is to help entrepreneurs enjoy the startup lifejourney by providing resources, connections an
38、d community.Find and follow: tech.co techcocktailLAS VEGAS STARTUPSCovers Las Vegas startup and tech news. Find and follow: VegasStartupsVEGASTECHCovers the people, places and events of the Las Vegas techcommunity. Find and follow: #vegastechLAS VEGAS REVIEW JOURNALA local newspaper that sometimes c
39、overs tech andstartup news. Find and follow: reviewjournalDONT SWEAT THE TECHA tech news site and podcast. Find and follow: dontsweattechDOWNTOWN PODCASTA weekly community podcast that showcases thestories, ideas and people behind the transformingdowntown Las Vegas. Find and follow:downtownpodcast.t
40、v/ downtownpodcastINVESTORSTHE MILLPart of Work in Progress, The Mill gives out $5,000 to an ideaeach week and then supports the entrepreneurs with 2 monthsVEGAS VALLEY ANGELSA group of accredited investors dedicated to providing equitycapital to early and mid-stage entrepreneurial companies. TheCOL
41、OMA VENTURESA venture capital group with a focus on Internet basedstart-ups. They represent a consortium of accredited investorsincluding many of Las Vegas most influential and preeminentbusiness luminaries.VEGASTECHFUNDThe Downtown Projects $50 million tech fundfor startups.of coworking and mentors
42、hip.PROGRESSION LABSAn accelerator-like residential immersion programthat brings startups to downtown Vegas for 3months and gives them office space and funding.primary focus is on companies based in Southern Nevada.NIMBUSThe hardware arm of the VegasTechFund, whichmakes investments around $100,000 i
43、ncompanies in robotics, connected devices, smarthome, and Internet of things.PLACES TO EATLa Comida 100 S 6th St.Our COOs favorite place for shrimp tacos - grab a seat at thebar. Theres a swing too!Le Thai 523 Fremont St.Ask anyone who lives in DTLV, and they will say this is theWild 150 Las Vegas B
44、lvd N Suite 120Eat 707 Carson St.OMG! Anything on their menu is AMAZING! Only open forbreakfast and lunch. #pancakesTriple George 201 N 3rd StWant to feel some “Old Vegas”? Try this joint.place for great Thai Food We would live off of it if we could.O Face Donuts 124 S Sixth St. Ste 140Delectable sw
45、eet & savory options, and coffee.Excelente, fresh food, with amazing gluten free options.Nacho Daddy 113 N 4th St.Be sure to try a margarita with your nachos. Our CEO Frankalways gets the Nachos Supreme.The Beat 520 Fremont St.Great for coffee and a quick snack.Rachels Kitchen 150 Las Vegas Blvd
46、 N Suite 160Perfect place to grab a smoothie or a fresh sandwich or salad.Simply Pure in the Container ParkVegan or not you have to try this place! Second level :)Big Erns BBQ in the Container ParkOne of our DTLV locals created this BBQ joint to share hispassion. Stop by and say hi to Big Ern!Pinche
47、s in the Container ParkAnother team favorite - we like the burritos and combo platter.Gold Spike Grill 217 N Las Vegas BlvdOpen 24/7, its a great place for late night or anytime munchies.For more visit http:/techco.tl/dtlvfavesENJOY A COCKTAILBoozery in the Container ParkGrab a drink and sit up on t
48、heir roof to enjoy live music.Bin 702 in the Container ParkWe love their wines and cheese.Downtown Cocktail Room 111 S Las Vegas BlvdGreat comfy lounge space with creative cocktails.Commonwealth 525 Fremont St.Looking for something hip? Check out this great hipster barwith their rooftop deck, DJs, a
49、nd their funky list of drinks.Park 506 Fremont St.Take a step through the looking glass and visit this funbar featuring wild art, beverages and food. #secretseesawAtomic Liquors 917 Fremont St.The first local bar - guests would come to watch atomic bombInsert Coin(s) 512 Fremont St.Grab a drink and
50、play some vintage arcade games. Bet youcant beat our high score on Pac Man!Gold Spike 217 N Las Vegas BlvdCome for a snack, stay for the drinks and great adult-sizedgames! They have everything from GIANT Connect 4 tooversized Corn Hole. :)Inspire 107 Las Vegas BlvdMultiple places in one! Inspire News Cafe, The Roo
