Josh Smilowitz
Managing Director
(15)
3
Companies
Categories
Communications Market research Operations Product management Product or service launch

Latest feedback

Nakya Rainer
Nakya Rainer
She / Her
Learner
February 8, 2025
Project feedback
Working on this project gave a real eye-opening experience into what it takes to launch a start-up. There is a lot of work that goes on in the background to really set up systems and launch successfully. It was a great experience working with the team.
AscentUP
AscentUP - Business & Marketing Projects (Winter Cohort)
AscentUP
Alcove Ridge Consulting LLC
Marketing and Business Development for Alcove Ridge Consulting LLC
Alcove Ridge Consulting LLC
Tinesha Tolliver
Tinesha Tolliver
Learner
February 13, 2025
Project feedback
Great startup organization.
AscentUP
AscentUP - Business & Marketing Projects (Winter Cohort)
AscentUP
Alcove Ridge Consulting LLC
Marketing and Business Development for Alcove Ridge Consulting LLC
Alcove Ridge Consulting LLC
Zuzana Gregorova
Zuzana Gregorova
Learner
March 2, 2025
Project feedback
It was a pleasure collaborating with Josh Smilowitz and the team at Alcove Ridge Consulting LLC during the AscentUP - Business & Marketing Projects. Josh’s leadership and clear communication were instrumental in ensuring a productive and engaging experience. His insightful guidance and collaborative approach fostered a positive environment that encouraged growth and innovative thinking. We truly appreciate the professionalism, support, and expertise demonstrated throughout the project and look forward to the opportunity to collaborate again in the future.
AscentUP
AscentUP - Business & Marketing Projects (Winter Cohort)
AscentUP
Alcove Ridge Consulting LLC
Marketing and Business Development for Alcove Ridge Consulting LLC
Alcove Ridge Consulting LLC

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AlcoveRidge Consulting LLC
AlcoveRidge Consulting LLC
West Hartford, Connecticut, United States

Cybersecurity Risk Assessment & Mitigation Strategy

Many organizations face difficulty in identifying and prioritizing their cybersecurity risks. Learners will conduct a risk assessment, document vulnerabilities, and deliver actionable remediation recommendations in a professional format. Evaluate the cybersecurity posture of a small-to-medium business (SMB) or simulated environment. Identify vulnerabilities, assess risks, and develop a prioritized mitigation plan aligned to industry standards (e.g., NIST, ISO).

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Category Security (cybersecurity and IT security) + 1
Open
Alcove Ridge Consulting LLC
Alcove Ridge Consulting LLC
West Hartford, Connecticut, United States

Alcove Ridge Web Engineers- React, NextJS, TypeScript & ShadCN Experience+

The main goal for the project is to help with front end and back end software development, improve the user experience and user interface of the Alcove Ridge Consulting LLC website, as well as to help with integrations of third party data sources and partnering tech enabled platforms. Developers will have 2x week check-in meetings and sprints assigned to them from an experienced and senior scrum master.

Matches 2
Category Software development + 3
Open
Alcove Ridge Consulting LLC
Alcove Ridge Consulting LLC
West Hartford, Connecticut, United States

PrivateMarkets.ai User Experience Enhancement

The goal of this project is to enhance the user experience of the PrivateMarkets.ai platform by optimizing its interface and functionality for investors and General Partners (GPs). The platform currently facilitates connections through curated deal flow, streamlined syndication, and data-driven insights. However, there is an opportunity to improve user engagement and satisfaction by refining the user interface and ensuring seamless navigation. The project will involve analyzing user feedback, identifying pain points, and proposing design improvements. The team will apply principles of user-centered design and leverage their knowledge of React, Typescrypt and UX/UIO design to create a more intuitive and efficient platform experience. This project will allow learners to apply classroom knowledge in real-world scenarios, focusing on user experience design within the context of financial technology.

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Category UX design + 2
Open
Alcove Ridge Consulting

Fintech Connectivity Platform

Seeking web developers who want to be a part of a fun start-up Join a team of experienced developers

Matches 1
Closed