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Six startups selected to compete for 200,000 at Flywheel Investment Conference

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The Flywheel Angel Network has announced six finalists vying for over $200,000 in angel investment at the upcoming Flywheel Investment Conference, scheduled for May 21-23 in Wenatchee. The three-day event will attract founders, investors, and business leaders, beginning with a welcome reception and concluding with an awards ceremony on Friday. Grace & Able, which produces FDA-registered medical devices for joint pain relief, reports 300% year-over-year growth and seeks $500,000 for further development. Other finalists include MarineSitu, providing underwater monitoring solutions, and NewGem Foods, which offers fruit and vegetable-based wraps. The conference, organized by NCW Tech Alliance and supported by sponsors like Microsoft, aims to promote innovation and economic growth in the Pacific Northwest.

Previous winners have included several successful startups, reflecting the event's impact on local entrepreneurship. All-access tickets are available for $299, and further details can be found at flywheelconference. com/attend. This initiative highlights the region's commitment to fostering diverse industries and supporting emerging businesses.

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Authors of Drink Your Garden to host Happier Hour event in Leavenworth

Authors Belinda Kelly and Venise Cunningham will host a "Happier Hour" event on May 10 at Blue Spirits Distilling in Leavenworth to promote their cocktail cookbook, Drink Your Garden. The event includes cocktail specials, a botanical garnish bar, live music, and author signings. Guests can sample recipes and purchase signed copies of the book, which features over 100 recipes for garden-fresh cocktails and mocktails.