{"678670":{"#nid":"678670","#data":{"type":"news","title":"StockX Co-Founder, Josh Luber, Visits Georgia Tech for Deep Startups","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EJosh Luber, co-founder of StockX, zerocool, Fanatics Collectibles, and ghostwrite, recently surprised Georgia Tech students with a guest appearance at CREATE-X\u2019s Deep Startups workshop. The workshop, part of the Institute\u2019s CREATE-X entrepreneurship program, features accomplished entrepreneurs who share real-world insights on launching and scaling successful ventures. The workshop sessions offer students a rare chance to learn directly from industry leaders.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELuber, best known for transforming his passion for sneakers into the billion-dollar marketplace StockX, has since become a serial entrepreneur. His ventures include \u0026nbsp;collectibles, trading cards, and beyond, showcasing his ability to identify and capitalize on emerging markets.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDuring the recent workshop, Luber shared his candid experiences, including how he pivoted after a layoff, transitioned between corporate roles and entrepreneurship, raised capital during a market downturn, and created opportunities by \u0022making his own luck.\u0022 The 46-year-old entrepreneur provided valuable lessons on resilience, adaptability, and innovation in an ever-changing entrepreneurial landscape.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/youtu.be\/MFTZ9eM0-mk?si=V7jjhhHEZcxDUMry\u0022\u003EWatch the workshop video\u003C\/a\u003E to hear insights from Luber.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EStart Your Own Venture With CREATE-X Startup Launch\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGeorgia Tech students, faculty, alumni, and researchers interested in starting or developing their own startups are encouraged to apply for CREATE-X\u2019s \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/create-x.gatech.edu\/launch\/startup-launch\u0022\u003EStartup Launch\u003C\/a\u003E program. The program offers $5,000 in optional seed funding, $150,000 in in-kind services such as legal and accounting support, mentorship from seasoned entrepreneurs, and more. The next application deadline is \u003Cstrong\u003EMarch 19, 2025.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/strong\u003EEarly applicants receive feedback and have a higher chance of acceptance. \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/create-x.gatech.edu\/launch\/startup-launch\u0022\u003EApply now\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E","summary":"","format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":[{"value":"\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EJosh Luber, co-founder of StockX and several other ventures, recently made a surprise appearance for the CREATE-X Deep Startups workshop. The workshop allows students to gain insights from successful entrepreneurs. Luber, known for turning his sneaker passion into the billion-dollar StockX marketplace, shared his journey through various ventures, including collectibles and trading cards. He discussed his experiences with career pivots, raising capital during downturns, and creating opportunities through resilience and innovation. 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