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Thank you Richmond Inno for the feature! We’re so excited to make room for more Sandboxers and more clients. 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼

Question of the day: where are all the fun, analytical folks hiding out these days⁉️ The Sandbox is on the hunt for a couple of skilled accountants who love a balance sheet, look forward to month-end closes and enjoy working with smart- and funny 🙋🏻♀️- humans. (Oh, and you should also like karoake and trivia nights. 🎤🧠) Sound like you or someone you know— shoot me a DM and let’s grab coffee.

Summer's cookin' in the Sandbox! We owe our SBX-terns a HUGE shoutout for all of their hard work, brain power and helping hands over the last 6 weeks. Introducing from L to R: Aydan Lemon is a rising senior at East Carolina University where she is pursuing her degree in Communications. During her ECU tenure, she has earned multiple Dean's List recognitions and received "Student of the Semester" for Public Relations Writing course. Ian Frazier is an MBA candidate at UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School where he is the Co-President of the Entrepreneurial and Venture Capital Club. Before pursuing his MBA, Ian spent five years evaluating and advising startups at 757 Accelerate and 757 Angels. Dylan Bawa is a rising sophomore at the University of South Carolina majoring in Computer Information Systems, with a minor in Business. In her first year at UofSC, she achieved the President's List recognition. She is also an active member of Kappa Delta Sorority, participating in numerous philanthropic activities and taking on leadership roles.

Great post Justin Ayars, JD and a reminder if you are into venture investing to support funds that support LGBTQ+ founders! 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️

Happy Juneteenth! In the spirit of Juneteenth, Sandbox is embracing the philosophy of "a day on, not a day off." This means that rather than taking the day as a holiday, we are encouraging our employees to actively engage in activities that support our community and advance the principles of equality and justice. Here are some suggestions we shared with our team: ➡ Volunteer at a Juneteenth Event: A few members of the Sandbox team will be supporting the The Gloucester Institute's Juneteenth celebration. ➡ Support Local Black-Owned Businesses: Take the time to support Black-owned businesses in your area. Whether it's dining at a local restaurant, shopping at a boutique, or using services provided by Black entrepreneurs, your support can make a significant difference.  See here for a list of Richmond Black restaurants: https://rbre365.com/. ➡ Educational Activities: Use this day to educate yourself and others about the history and significance of Juneteenth. Attend virtual seminars, read books, or watch documentaries that delve into African American history and the ongoing fight for civil rights.  Here is a great reading list: https://lnkd.in/g2zs285A Here is a good podcast list: https://lnkd.in/eD9qhmYm ➡ Community Engagement: Participate in community events such as parades, festivals, and public discussions that celebrate Juneteenth and promote racial equality. Engaging with the community in these ways helps to build solidarity and awareness.  Here is a list of things to do in RVA: https://lnkd.in/ekmsq44T Take special note of the Black History Museum's exhibit Virginia is for Music Lovers: A History of Virginia’s Black Excellence in Music! https://lnkd.in/e7TMxTTk ➡ Personal Reflection and Action: Reflect on ways you can contribute to advancing racial equity in your daily life and in our workplace. Consider mentoring, joining diversity and inclusion groups, or advocating for policies that promote equality. By taking these actions, we can collectively honor the legacy of Juneteenth and contribute to the ongoing pursuit of justice and equality. We will ask that folks share their experiences and reflections at our 6/25 Tuesday standup so please be prepared to report out.

🗣️EXCITING NEWS! 🗣️ We’re thrilled to announce that Sandbox is moving to the Arts District. 🎨🗺️ 🏣 A big thank you to Startup Virginia for being our home for the last 4 years and special shoutout to Mercer Street for helping us secure our new place! This move marks a significant milestone in our Sandbox journey, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone to 316 W. Broad. Stay tuned for more updates and a virtual tour of the space! #newbeginnings #sandboxhq #officemove #growingup #workhardplaynice

👀 Attn: Founders

The Tom Tom Festival was a truly unforgettable experience! We felt immensely privileged to sponsor the Women On The Rise event. A heartfelt thank you goes out to all involved, especially the investor panelists and the startup founders & representatives, for opening their hearts and sharing their inspiring journeys and invaluable wisdom.

Micronic Technologies is thrilled to be an active participant this week at the prestigious 2024 EarthX E-Capital Conference, a coveted invitation-only gathering dedicated to sustainability, investment, and innovation. This exclusive event brings together top-tier investors, influential family offices, visionary innovators, savvy dealmakers, industry titans, and other key ecosystem leaders. Hosted in the vibrant city of Dallas, the conference is buzzing with excitement and opportunity. Here at Micronic, we're seizing the moment to forge invaluable connections for potential partnerships, collaborative endeavors, and vital capital infusion. Our gratitude extends to Greentown Labs, where Micronic Technologies is a member, who co-sponsored this impactful event. Together, this community is driving positive change and shaping a brighter, more sustainable future. I won't miss this yearly event! https://earthx.org/ Nathalie Ionesco,PhD Jacqueline (Jackie) Firsty

We love to see it!!