The Baiada Center
Celebrates
GLOBAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP
WEEK 2009
Laurence A. Baiada Center for Entrepreneurship
Upcoming Baiada Center Events
Monday, Nov 30
07:30 am
The LeBow Centers of Excellence Present: Managing Crisis in Emerging Companies
Behrakis Grand Hall
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Behrakis Grand Hall
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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The LeBow Centers of Excellence Present: Managing Crisis in Emerging Companies
| Location: | Behrakis Grand Hall 32nd and Chestnut Philadelphia, PA 19104 [Get Directions] |
| Description: | This event features a panel discussion that will highlight an authentic situation of an emerging company in crisis. There will be one panelist representing each LeBow College Center of Excellence, who will discuss this real situation from the perspectives of entrepreneurship, leadership, governance and reputation management. Please join us for this unique event, unprecedented in the region, presented by The LeBow College Centers of Excellence: The Laurence A. Baiada Center for Entrepreneurship; The Sovereign Institute for Strategic Leadership; The Center for Corporate Governance; and the The Center for Corporate Reputation Management. Panelists: Pamela H. Godwin, President Change Partners, Inc. Michael J. Hagan, Former Chairman, NutriSystem, Inc. Jessica Sharp, Principal, Maven Communications LLC Jonathan Ziegert, Ph.D., Asst. Professor, Management Department Moderator: Mark P. Loschiavo, Executive Director and Sr. Exec. in Residence, Baiada Center for Entrepreneurship Agenda 7:30 a.m. - Breakfast and Networking 8 - 10 a.m. - Panel Discussion |
| Contact: | Donna DeCarolis |
| Email: | decarold@drexel.edu |
| Phone: | 215.895.1795 |
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Tuesday, Dec 1
05:00 pm
Entrepreneurial Skills Workshop -
Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Entrepreneurial Skills Workshop -
| Location: | Baiada Center 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 Room: G-55 [Get Directions] |
| Description: | The Laurence A. Baiada Center for Entrepreneurship Presents "Entrepreneur 2.0: Social Media Strategies for Startups" Workshop Leaders: Marilyn Moran, Internet Marketing Strategist Team and a Dream Lester “Skip” Shuda, Co-founder & CEO Team and a Dream Tuesday, December 1 5-7 pm Laurence A. Baiada Center for Entrepreneurship 3225 Arch Street, Ground Floor Drexel University's Main Campus Would you like to learn how to navigate the Social Media landscape? Whether you are educating the market about your new product, building credibility for your company or driving prospects to your Web site, there are tools, channels and tactics that have been shown to provide results. Come and help us SociallySource(TM) a social media strategy for one of the workshop attendees while having fun and learning about Social Media. Marilyn Moran is a passionate and experienced Internet Marketing and Social Media Consultant. Prior to working with Team and a Dream, she worked for interactive agencies managing Internet marketing, web development, and social media solutions. Her knowledge, commitment, enthusiasm, and fresh approach to using the social web and social tools for marketing has positioned her as an authority in this emerging field. In addition to her passion for all things new media, she is also an avid Search Marketing practitioner. Employing SEO techniques such as key word analysis, link building, directory optimization, SEO copywriting, website usability, information architecture, and metrics analysis to market websites. In her spare time, she frequently researches and writes about new Internet marketing trends, tools, and technology; as well as attends seminars, conferences, and also speaking at workshops. In addition to her work & research, she serves as Community Manager of PANMA As the leader of Team and a Dream, Skip Shuda has a passion for working with Internet startups using his experience, lessons and tools to assist fellow entrepreneurs. Team and a Dream helps to accelerate the launch of web businesses through a focus on the creation, refinement and deployment of strong eBusiness models. Their work involves social media marketing, market and competitive assessments and Internet marketing strategies. Skip is an active participant and speaker in the Philadelphia entrepreneurial community. His work includes teaching at the Wharton Small Business Development Center and consultation with the Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern PA. He runs the Integral Philly Meetup community. Skip has a B.S. and M.S. in Computer Science respectively from the University of Delaware and Villanova University. He is a graduate of the world's first certificate program for Integral Theory (aka AQAL), a comprehensive model of human consciousness, psychology and systems. He is also a Trained Holacracy Facilitator, which allows organizations to adopt agile practices for dynamic steering and emergent decision making. His research interests include social media strategy, organizational transformations, entrepreneurial archetypes and business applications of Integral Theory. Register online at the Baiada Center's Calendar of Events http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Centers/Baiada/Calendar. For additional information, contact Terri McIlhenney at terrim@drexel.edu. |
| Contact: | Terri McIlhenney |
| Email: | terrim@drexel.edu |
| Phone: | 215.895.0302 |
| Website: | http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2463 |
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Thursday, Dec 10
08:30 am
Seminars in Entrepreneurial Excellence - "Funding Startups Without Selling Shares"
Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Seminars in Entrepreneurial Excellence - "Funding Startups Without Selling Shares"
| Location: | Baiada Center 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 Room: G-55 [Get Directions] |
| Description: | Instructor: Aron N. Starosta, Ph.D. Managing Partner, EvoTx LLC The economic situation that our country is in has forced a large number of very smart people, with very specific skills to branch off from conventional jobs and seek their fortunes running a start-up business. While running a business is a challenge in itself, finding the funding in these lean economic times is even more difficult. This seminar provides an opportunity to learn ways to fund a very early stage company with up to $1.5M dollars with no payback, just some hard work. This training session is co-sponsored by the “Corporate and Executive Education Center at Drexel University's LeBow College of Business”. Earn up to 4.5 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits in the field of Business Management and Organization. National Registry of CPE Sponsors- LeBow College of Business, Division of Drexel University is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Web site: www.nasba.org *Cost: $100 General Admission; $75 Drexel Alumni - Contact Debra Colbert-Maduforo at debbie@drexel.edu for coupon code. |
| Contact: | Terri McIlhenney |
| Email: | terrim@drexel.edu |
| Phone: | 215.895.0302 |
| Website: | http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2535 |
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Monday, Jan 11
04:00 pm
Breathing Life Into Your Business Idea
Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Breathing Life Into Your Business Idea
| Location: | Baiada Center 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 Room: G-55 [Get Directions] |
| Description: | This workshop is designed for Drexel student teams who are developing business plans for submission into the 2010 Business Concept Competition or Business Plan Competition. The elements of a sound business plan will be reviewed; you will meet the Hagerty Library business librarian and the Baiada team of mentors; and all Baiada Competitions will be introduced. This event provides an excellent opportunity to network with fellow students and build your competitive team. Breathing Life into Your Business Idea Agenda: The Elements of an Effective Business Plan Getting Aquainted with Library Resources Meet the Mentors on Call Overview of Baiada Center Competitions Refreshments and Networking |
| Contact: | Terri McIlhenney |
| Email: | terrim@drexel.edu |
| Phone: | 215.895.0302 |
| Website: | http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2471 |
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Tuesday, Jan 12
05:00 pm
Entrepreneurial Skills Workshop - "Markets and Niches Do Not Matter - But Here are the 5 Things That Do"
Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Entrepreneurial Skills Workshop - "Markets and Niches Do Not Matter - But Here are the 5 Things That Do"
| Location: | Baiada Center 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 Room: G-55 [Get Directions] |
| Description: | Jim E. Katzenberger |
| Contact: | Terri McIlhenney |
| Email: | terrim@drexel.edu |
| Phone: | 215.895.0302 |
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Tuesday, Jan 19
08:30 am
Seminars in Entrepreneurial Excellence - "The Complete Innovator"
Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Seminars in Entrepreneurial Excellence - "The Complete Innovator"
| Location: | Baiada Center 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 Room: G-55 [Get Directions] |
| Description: | Nicholas C. Barbi Ph.D., CEO PulseTor, LLC The ability to execute strategically on an innovative idea is key to success whether you are an entrepreneur, an intrapreneur, a business unit leader, or a CEO. So often we hear folks say that “all it takes is a great idea”. Similarly, scientists and engineers think that their technical strength alone will carry their ideas through to real innovation. These views are typically just wishful thinking. This seminar will teach four key elements necessary to become a complete innovator. - Entrepreneurial Mindset - Communicating & Evolving Ideas - Project Mentality - Planning Process This training session is co-sponsored by the “Corporate and Executive Education Center at Drexel University's LeBow College of Business”. Earn up to 4.5 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits in the field of Business Management and Organization. National Registry of CPE Sponsors- LeBow College of Business, Division of Drexel University is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Web site: www.nasba.org Cost: $100 General Admission; $75 Drexel Alumni - Contact Debra Colbert-Maduforo at debbie@drexel.edu for coupon code. |
| Contact: | Terri McIlhenney |
| Email: | terrim@drexel.edu |
| Phone: | 215.895.0302 |
| Website: | http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2553 |
Register Now! | |
Monday, Feb 1
12:00 pm
Concept Paper Submission DEADLINE
Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Concept Paper Submission DEADLINE
| Location: | Baiada Center 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 Room: G-55 [Get Directions] |
| Description: | |
| Contact: | Terri McIlhenney |
| Email: | terrim@drexel.edu |
| Phone: | 215.895.0302 |
Wednesday, Feb 10
05:00 pm
Entrepreneurial Skills Workshop - "Bootstrapping and Creating Value for Startups"
Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Entrepreneurial Skills Workshop - "Bootstrapping and Creating Value for Startups"
| Location: | Baiada Center 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 Room: G-55 [Get Directions] |
| Description: | Tom Bonney, Managing Director CMF Associates, LLC |
| Contact: | Terri McIlhenney |
| Email: | terrim@drexel.edu |
| Phone: | 215.895.0302 |
| Website: | http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2465 |
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Thursday, Feb 18
08:30 am
Seminars in Entrepreneurial Excellence - "Become Famous In Your Niche So Business Comes to You"
Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Seminars in Entrepreneurial Excellence - "Become Famous In Your Niche So Business Comes to You"
| Location: | Baiada Center 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 Room: G-55 [Get Directions] |
| Description: | Bill Ringle, Business Growth Strategist and eBusiness Expert The Holy Grail of running a business is to have customers calling you, right? Wouldn't you love to have people going to your web site, sending you e-mail, and phoning you to place orders and book projects? It's not half as hard to become a celebrity in your niche as you think. Attend this seminar to learn how to hone your audio logo, master the fundamentals of a drip, trip, and cascade campaign, learn 5 tricks that the pros use to multiply their visibility with minimal effort and time, use advanced language patterns to engage attention and persuade prospects and many other ways to famous in your market. This training session is co-sponsored by the “Corporate and Executive Education Center at Drexel University's LeBow College of Business”. Earn up to 4.5 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits in the field of Marketing. National Registry of CPE Sponsors- LeBow College of Business, Division of Drexel University is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Web site: www.nasba.org *Cost: $100 General Admission; $75 Drexel Alumni - Contact Debra Colbert-Maduforo at debbie@drexel.edu for coupon code. |
| Contact: | Terri McIlhenney |
| Email: | terrim@drexel.edu |
| Phone: | 215.895.0302 |
| Website: | http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2557 |
Register Now! | |
Wednesday, Mar 3
07:30 am
Entrepreneurial Breakfast Forum
Behrakis Grand Hall
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Behrakis Grand Hall
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Entrepreneurial Breakfast Forum
| Location: | Behrakis Grand Hall 32nd and Chestnut Philadelphia, PA 19104 [Get Directions] |
| Description: | TBD |
| Contact: | Terri McIlhenney |
| Email: | terrim@drexel.edu |
| Phone: | 215.895.0302 |
| Website: | http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2472 |
Register Now! | |
Tuesday, Mar 9
05:00 pm
Concept Pitch Competition
| Location: | Venue TBD , |
| Description: | The Laurence A. Baiada Center for Entrepreneurship is hosting its second annual Business Concept Pitch Competition on Monday, March 9 at 5 pm (VENUE TBD). Nine entrepreneurial student teams, representing finalists from the written concept paper competition, will present their business ideas in three-minute pitches to a panel of distinguished judges. Teams represent students from all across the University and three winners will be selected and awarded cash prizes totaling $3,000. A reception will follow the event. |
| Contact: | Terri McIlhenney |
| Email: | terrim@drexel.edu |
| Phone: | 215.895.0302 |
Register Now! | |
Thursday, Mar 18
08:30 am
Seminars in Entrepreneurial Excellence - DiSC Indra: Understanding the Dynamics of Interpersonal Relationships
Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Seminars in Entrepreneurial Excellence - DiSC Indra: Understanding the Dynamics of Interpersonal Relationships
| Location: | Baiada Center 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 Room: G-55 [Get Directions] |
| Description: | Instructor: Terry Wall, President T. G. Wall Management Consulting, LLC How can busy executives get an edge on managing diverse relationships in a complex, ever-changing world? The answer is DiSC Indra, a learning instrument that explains the dynamics of interpersonal relationships. This workshop will introduce you to DiSC Indra, a self-scored assessment that provides detailed insight into your interpersonal communication style, insight that can help improve your overall effectiveness and productivity. This training session is co-sponsored by the “Corporate and Executive Education Center at Drexel University's LeBow College of Business”. Earn up to 4.5 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits in the field of Communications and Personal Development. National Registry of CPE Sponsors- LeBow College of Business, Division of Drexel University is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Web site: www.nasba.org *Cost: $100 General Admission; $75 Drexel Alumni - Contact Debra Colbert-Maduforo at debbie@drexel.edu for coupon code. |
| Contact: | Terri McIlhenney |
| Email: | terrim@drexel.edu |
| Phone: | 215.895.0302 |
Register Now! | |
Tuesday, Mar 23
05:00 pm
Entrepreneurial Skills Workshop - "Negotiating Effectively"
Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Entrepreneurial Skills Workshop - "Negotiating Effectively"
| Location: | Baiada Center 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 Room: G-55 [Get Directions] |
| Description: | Presenter: Bob Norris, President Complete Healthcare Communications |
| Contact: | Terri McIlhenney |
| Email: | terrim@drexel.edu |
| Phone: | 215.895.0302 |
| Website: | http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2466 |
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Tuesday, Apr 6
08:30 am
Seminars in Entrepreneurial Excellence - "Time Strategies and the Achievement Pyramid: 5 Steps to Getting Things Done"
Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Seminars in Entrepreneurial Excellence - "Time Strategies and the Achievement Pyramid: 5 Steps to Getting Things Done"
| Location: | Baiada Center 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 Room: G-55 [Get Directions] |
| Description: | Instructor: James (Jim) E. Katzenberger, Principal AccelerX Group What individual or organization would not like more time to get things done? We cannot put more “time on the clock”, but we can apply methods to get more from the time you have. Whether you are just starting your career, an established manager, or a burgeoning Entrepreneur, you will benefit from learning Time Strategies techniques and how effective time strategies are your key to having a balanced Achievement Pyramid. This training session is co-sponsored by the “Corporate and Executive Education Center at Drexel University's LeBow College of Business”. Earn up to 4.5 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits in the field of Personal Development National Registry of CPE Sponsors- LeBow College of Business, Division of Drexel University is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Web site: www.nasba.org *Cost: $100 General Admission; $75 Drexel Alumni - Contact Debra Colbert-Maduforo at debbie@drexel.edu for coupon code. |
| Contact: | Terri McIlhenney |
| Email: | terrim@drexel.edu |
| Phone: | 215.895.0302 |
| Website: | http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2561 |
Register Now! | |
Wednesday, Apr 7
05:00 pm
Entrepreneurial Skills Workshop - "Exceeding Customer Expectations"
Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Entrepreneurial Skills Workshop - "Exceeding Customer Expectations"
| Location: | Baiada Center 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 Room: G-55 [Get Directions] |
| Description: | Presenter: Bob Stalbaum Strategies for Success |
| Contact: | Terri McIlhenney |
| Email: | terrim@drexel.edu |
| Phone: | 215.895.0302 |
| Website: | http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2467 |
Register Now! | |
Monday, Apr 19
12:00 pm
Business Plan Submission DEADLINE
Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Business Plan Submission DEADLINE
| Location: | Baiada Center 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 Room: G-55 [Get Directions] |
| Description: | |
| Contact: | Terri McIlhenney |
| Email: | terrim@drexel.edu |
| Phone: | 215.895.0302 |
Tuesday, May 11
05:00 pm
Entrepreneurial Skills Workshop - "Marketing Is Ultimately Service"
Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Baiada Center
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Entrepreneurial Skills Workshop - "Marketing Is Ultimately Service"
| Location: | Baiada Center 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 Room: G-55 [Get Directions] |
| Description: | Sean Martorana +HE_S+UDiO |
| Contact: | Terri McIlhenney |
| Email: | terrim@drexel.edu |
| Phone: | 215.895.0302 |
| Website: | http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2468 |
Register Now! | |
Wednesday, Jun 2
08:00 am
2010 Entrepreneur Conference
World Cafe Live
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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World Cafe Live
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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2010 Entrepreneur Conference
| Location: | World Cafe Live 3025 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 [Get Directions] |
| Description: | 2010 Entrepreneur Conference |
| Contact: | Terri McIlhenney |
| Email: | terrim@drexel.edu |
| Phone: | 215.895.0302 |
Register Now! | |
Monday, Jul 12
09:00 am
StartUp! 2010
| Location: | Baiada Center 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 Room: G-55 [Get Directions] |
| Description: | StartUp! - A week long program that teaches entrepreneurial skills to high school students. |
| Contact: | Terri McIlhenney |
| Email: | terrim@drexel.edu |
| Phone: | 215.895.0302 |
| Website: | http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2469 |
Past Baiada Center Events
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EXPERTS AND RESEARCH
ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN ACTION
- Incubator
- Baiada Companies
- GAP
- Entrepreneurial Breakfast Forums
- Seminars in Entrepreneurial Excellence
- Entrepreneurial Skills Workshops
- Mentor Programs
- Entrepreneur Conference
- New Ventures Projects Online
- Academic Curriculum
- Student Clubs
- StartUp!
STUDENT COMPETITIONS
- Concept Paper & Pitch Competitions
- Business Plan Competition
- Incubator Competition
- Business Plan Development Workshops
- Past Winners
EVENTS AND PODCASTS
CONTACT INFO
Terri McIlhenney
Baiada Center
3225 Arch Street
Ground Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19104
215.895.0300
215.895.0310 (fax)
terrim@drexel.edu
Baiada Center
3225 Arch Street
Ground Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19104
215.895.0300
215.895.0310 (fax)
terrim@drexel.edu
