The SBDC is hosting this student event that will give Bucknell students a chance to meet with and learn from local company founders.
University Innovators | Regional Entrepreneurs
March 27, 2018 | 7:30pm – 9:30pm
Iron Front 434 Market Street, 3rd floor, Lewisburg
Students must register on the Bridge (under Employer Events) – only 21 spots available!
This event will engage students from Bucknell and Susquehanna Universities with local company founders in a dynamic and interactive program at Iron Front in downtown Lewisburg. Young innovators will have the opportunity to connect with regional entrepreneurs, learn of a real-world challenge or opportunity in their businesses, and participate in a fast-paced applied entrepreneurship experience with expert business mentors.
Agenda
- 7.15pm Mingling + Snacks
- 7.30pm Opening remarks
- 7.40pm Founder introductions + company challenges
- 8.00-8.45pm Breakout sessions: student teams + mentors
- 8.45-9.15pm Student team presentations
- 9.15-9.30pm Closing remarks, networking, and presentation of PRIZES for top student presentations
Student participants will:
- directly engage with company founders
- gain a hands-on understanding of challenges they face in their local businesses
- be inspired to embrace an entrepreneurial mindset
- create new connections with fellow students and local businesses
Mentors include:
- Emma Fleck, Associate Professor of Marketing and Entrepreneurship, Susquehanna University
- Dennis Hummer, Manager of StartupLewisburg, Bucknell University’s incubator
- Bahman Radnejad, Assistant Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship, Susquehanna University
- Steven Stumbris, Director, Bucknell University Small Business Development Center
Students must register on the Bridge (under Employer Events) – only 21 spots available!