On Friday I had the privilege to attend Ashland University’s Scholarship of Entrepreneurial Engagement 2008 Science and Technology Idea Forum. With over 200 students from 15 high schools, it was certainly inspirational about the future.
I met Steve Beshara, director of entrepreneurial studies at Lake Ridge Academy, who told me about an entrepreneurship program that he’s organizing for Feb. 10th with Mal Mixon from Invacare as the keynote speaker.
More good news for those in Northeast Ohio who want to create jobs and develop a new business! Kent State University dedicated the new Entrepreneurial Lab in the Business building on the Kent Campus. Julie Messing, who serves as the director of the Center for Entrepreneurship and Business Innovation says:
The lab provides students with a place to be inspired to achieve excellence, including all of the bells and whistles for stimulating minds. The technology available in the space is top rate, with students having access to all of the necessary tools to make business happen.
I think that this is another powerful tool for growth of Northeast Ohio. Read more here: Kent State Dedicates John S. Brinzo Entrepreneurial Lab
More local entrepreneurship news:
- Last week I was a guest speaker at University of Akron as a Professor for a Day in their entrepreneurship class called “New Venture Creation.” My topic: A Story of Entrepreneurship: How I Started and Grew a Full Service Marketing Agency During Tough Economic Times.
- Thursday I spoke to 38 business professionals at the Twinsburg Chamber of Commerce about “Three Branding Secrets Every Business Owner MUST Embrace”. Most of the people in the audience either currently run a business, own a business or are getting ready to start a business.
- Tonight I am planning to attend the Founders’ Cafe where business entrepreneurs brainstorm ways of building and growing new business.
- Tuesday evening the Entrepreneurs for Sustainability program in Cleveland is gathering. I enjoy just being part of that group and learning from others about what keeps a business growing.
- During November I will present “Seize the Market” at the Akron Urban League at their Minority Business Development Center for entrepreneurs and business owners.
Are you thinking of starting a business or trying to grow your business? These links contain many places helpful resources. Are you already a business owner? What resources do you use to gain additional knowledge?
Please share your knowledge and resources. Feel free to comment!
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I am looking for some idea and stumble upon your posting :) decide to wish you Thanks. Eugene
Founder’s Cafe seems interesting I will have to try to make it to an upcoming event.