LEXINGTON, Ky., July 06, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rubicon Global CEO Nate Morris will share his expertise with Kentucky’s next generation of entrepreneurs during a talk on July 7 at startup incubator Awesome Inc.
Rubicon, the leading provider of cloud-based sustainable waste and recycling solutions, is headquartered in Lexington and Atlanta. Since it was founded in 2008, the company has grown exponentially to include customers from Fortune 500 corporations to independent businesses in 18 countries. As a lifelong Kentuckian, Morris is committed to helping other local entrepreneurs develop and execute their vision.
“Tech industry innovation doesn’t have to come from Silicon Valley or New York,” Morris says. “I believe Kentuckians have some of the best ideas in the world, and I look forward to working with Awesome Inc’s entrepreneurs to usher in the next wave of innovation.”
During the event, Morris will speak to eight entrepreneurs in the Kentucky startup community. In addition to sharing Rubicon’s story, he’ll provide insight on positioning startups for news media and investors. Rubicon counts Leonardo DiCaprio, Nima Capital and Goldman Sachs among its investors, and has recently been featured in Forbes, Vanity Fair and Inc. Magazine.
“Rubicon is one of the great success stories of not just the Kentucky entrepreneurial community, but the entire tech industry today,” says Theresa Simcic, Awesome Inc Fellowship Director. “We’re honored to welcome Nate and have him work alongside our entrepreneurs to build the success stories of tomorrow.”
About Rubicon Global
Rubicon Global is the worldwide leader in sustainable, cloud-based waste and recycling solutions. Using its proprietary technology-enabled platform, the company provides comprehensive waste stream solutions that enable companies to reduce operating expenses and implement recycling programs. Rubicon’s goal is to create a more sustainable solution for businesses and the planet. Learn more at www.rubiconglobal.com.
About Awesome Inc
Headquartered in Lexington, Kentucky, Awesome Inc exists to create and grow high-tech startups. We do this by hosting community events, leading technology education courses and offering a shared workspace environment. Learn more at www.awesomeinc.org.