Nebraska Entrepreneurship News - Noon deadline for Innovation Challenge, Husker Venture Fund applications due Sunday + Intellectual Property Workshops!

Two participants high five during the 2023 Innovation Challenge.
Two participants high five during the 2023 Innovation Challenge.

Last chance to register for the Innovation Challenge

Registration closes at noon today for the Innovation Challenge on September 13! The event challenges you to make something better by removing an element, feature or step in a process from a product, service or process.

During the challenge, you and your fellow competitors will learn from local entrepreneur, Kendall Warnock, owner of A1 Automotive, as he shares how his company remains innovative through market changes and emerging competition. In addition, you will participate in the Entrepreneurship at Nebraska Innovation Hunt, where you will explore entrepreneurial resources and opportunities available on campus.

Following lunch, you and your teammates will have work time to craft and polish your pitch for your creative solution. Nebraska Center for Entrepreneurship faculty and staff will be available to help.

The challenge will conclude with participant pitches and announcement of winning teams.

Find the full itinerary and register at https://go.unl.edu/innovationchallenge

Reach out to entrepreneurship@unl.edu with any questions.

More details at: https://go.unl.edu/innovationchallenge
 
Husker Venture Fund members greet a prospective student at the Back to School Bash.
Husker Venture Fund members greet a prospective student at the Back to School Bash.

Husker Venture Fund Applications Open

Interested in joining Husker Venture Fund? The student-led venture fund is accepting applications for Venture Bootcamp, an eight week, hands-on program for students interested in learning the ins-and-outs of venture capital investing. Apply by September 15. Continue reading…

More details at: https://linktr.ee/huskervf
 

From left to right: Brian Kaiser, David Graff, John Wirtz

 
Alexah Fort, Ben Frasier and Hannah Gish consult with mentor, Scott Henderson.
Alexah Fort, Ben Frasier and Hannah Gish consult with mentor, Scott Henderson.

Connect with Seasoned Entrepreneurs at Mentorship Roundtable on October 9

Whether you're looking to explore new career paths, gain industry knowledge, or find a mentor to support your professional journey, the Mentorship Roundtable offers an engaging platform to meet and interact with inspiring leaders who are eager to share their experiences and expertise.

More details at: https://go.unl.edu/entrepreneurshipmentorshiproundtable
 
Originally published September 11, 2024 - Submit an Item