Join Us for the 7th Annual Elevator Pitch Competition on Friday, April 5, 2-5pm
April 3, 2013
Interested in experiencing the entrepreneurial energy on campus? Come watch innovators hone their entrepreneurial and communication skills at this fast-paced, upbeat competition hosted by the Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program. A
Read Full StoryMike Cassidy Receives Purdue Learning Community Award
April 3, 2013
Certificate Program Instructor Mike Cassidy received the Learning Community Advocate Award from Purdue's Student Success Office in recognition of his outstanding service to the Entrepreneurial Learning Community.
Read Full StoryGlenn and Mary Johnson Provide Scholarship to the Certificate Program
April 3, 2013
Purdue alum Glenn Johnson and his wife Mary graciously donated a scholarship to the Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program. Glenn is currently the Managing Director of BlueVine Ventures in Silicon Valley and serves as a mentor to Purd
Read Full StoryThe Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Russia
April 3, 2013
Over the past year and a half, Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Director Nathalie Duval-Couetil and instructors Mike Cassidy and Chris McEvoy have been involved in a project designed to build capacity in student entrepreneurship at the
Read Full StoryNew ENTR Consulting Capstone - A Great Success
April 3, 2013
Thanks to our community business partners who have been involved in our pilot of a new ENTR capstone course called Consulting for Emerging Enterprises. Kirby Risk, Miracles Fitness, the YWCA and University Spirit took advantage of the opportunity to
Read Full StoryMentoring to Success
April 3, 2013
A team of Purdue students who took first place in the Student Soybean and Corn Innovation Contest-winning $20,000 for their biodegradable fireworks casing made from corn-was advised by Certificate Program instructor Stroh Brann. This is not the first
Read Full StoryCertificate Program Alum Named a 2013 Kauffman Foundation Global Scholar
January 11, 2013
Purdue graduate student and Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation alumnus Landon Young has been selected to be a 2013 Kauffman Foundation Global Scholar.
Read Full StoryStudents Visit Entrepreneurship Networking Spaces in Indianapolis
January 11, 2013
In October, more than 100 students enrolled in entrepreneurship capstone classes traveled to Indianapolis to experience The Speak Easy and DeveloperTown, where they were treated to a number of speakers and a tour of these innovative and creatively de
Read Full StoryHarold DeGroff Scholarships Awarded to Two Entrepreneurship Students
January 11, 2013
Doug Booth, a senior in the School of Management, and Aaron Johnson, a senior in the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics Engineering, are the inaugural recipients of the Harold DeGroff Endowed Scholarship.
Read Full StoryPurdue Showcases the Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Director
January 11, 2013
Purdue recently profiled Nathalie Duval-Couetil, Director of the Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program.
Read Full StoryGlobal Entrepreneurship Week
January 11, 2013
During Global Entrepreneurship Week in November, the Certificate Program hosted a panel of student entrepreneurs and alums who discussed their paths toward venture creation. Read more about Andrew Linfoot & Chris MacPherson of Kyk Energy, Jeff Rieger
Read Full StoryCongratulations Orr Fellows!
January 11, 2013
The Certificate Program is proud to announce that four of the six Orr Fellows selected from Purdue are Certificate Program alums. The Orr Fellowship places recent college graduates in top entrepreneurial companies in Indiana. Congratulations to Doug
Read Full StoryBrian Lamb Makes Surprise Class Visit
January 11, 2013
Founder and CEO of C-SPAN Brian Lamb made a surprise appearance at an ENTR 20000 class thanks to Chad Barker, who hosted him during a recent visit to Purdue
Read Full StoryGlobal Entrepreneurship & Innovation in China
September 14, 2012
Twenty students traveled to Beijing and Hong Kong in May as a part of the Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation's annual Global Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program.
Read Full StoryRecent Entrepreneurship Graduate Launches her Dream on KickStarter
September 14, 2012
Political Science major, Mindy Migedt, didn't waste much time after graduation before embarking on a fundraising campaign to start her inspirational line of scarves on Kickstarter
Read Full StoryBudding Freshman Entrepreneurs From Around the World Come to Purdue
September 14, 2012
Over 45 incoming freshman with a strong interest in entrepreneurship chose to participate in the Entrepreneurship Learning Community this fall.
Read Full StoryThe Entrepreneurship Program Expands
September 14, 2012
The Certificate Program will continue to expand its offerings due to strong demand for courses.
Read Full StoryInvest in the Future
September 14, 2012
Support student entrepreneurs at Purdue by making a donation to the Certificate Program today!
Read Full StoryEntrepreneurship Student Organization
September 14, 2012
The Certificate Program's student organization has undergone a reorganization! It will now be known as the "Entrepreneurship and Innovation Club." If you are interested in joining or getting involved please email the club leaders at entrpurdue@gmail.
Read Full StoryShowcasing Student Successes
September 14, 2012
The Certificate Program will be featuring student and alum stories on large TV displays throughout the Burton D. Morgan Center for Entrepreneurship. If you have an interesting story to share that relates in any way to your experiences in the Certi
Read Full StoryBusiness Plan Competition
September 14, 2012
Registration is now open for the 26th Annual Burton D. Morgan Business Plan Competition. $100,000 in prizes will be awarded.
Read Full StoryA Space for You
September 14, 2012
The Docking Station is still available for student entrepreneurs and startup founders as an informal, collaborative space near Purdue's campus to meet, work and network.
Read Full StoryNetwork Your Way to Success
September 14, 2012
The Certificate Program is providing an array of opportunities to entrepreneurial students and alums through our established networks and financial support. We encourage students to take advantage of the opportunities which can complement your academ
Read Full StoryCar seat buckle, suitcase handle take top spots at 6th annual Elevator Pitch Competition
April 27, 2012
Monica Harvey, a senior studying economics, delivers her winning pitch to Mike Cassidy, the "man in the elevator," during the sixth annual Purdue University Elevator Pitch Competition at the Burton D. Morgan Center for Entrepreneurship. Harvey won fo
Read Full StoryCertificate Alumni Approach 1,000
April 27, 2012
Since the Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program got its start in 2005, we've enrolled more than 3,500 undergraduate students in our classes - a curriculum designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to launch
Read Full StorySending Off Our Seniors
April 27, 2012
An event sponsored by the Purdue Alumni Association, Senior Send-Off, the Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program recently reconnected with certificate recipients from previous semesters along with several other programs, colleges and
Read Full StoryCertificate Program hosts kick off for IEDC's Young Entrepreneur program
April 27, 2012
The Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program on Tuesday, April 24th hosted the first of a series of business plan presentations from students and the general public in Mid-Central Indiana as part of the new Entrepreneur program led by t
Read Full Story6th Annual Elevator Pitch Competition - REGISTER NOW!
March 5, 2012
Looking to earn a quick $1,000? Successfully pitch your unique business idea in 2 minutes to a panel of judges, and you just might. Registration is open for the 6th annual Purdue University Elevator Pitch Competition, set for 2-5 p.m. April 6 at D
Read Full StoryENTR Student Selected as a Purdue CHANGE Maker
December 16, 2011
Certificate Program student, Miranda McCormack, has been featured as one of Purdue's "5 Students Who Are" series. Learn more about Miranda and her personal story that led her to be selected from the entire undergrad student body!
Read Full StoryState Rep. Ellspermann to give talk for ENTR capstone
October 19, 2011
Ellspermann, a Republican whose southern Indiana District 74 includes portions of Dubois, Perry, Spencer and Warrick counties, will discuss legislation she has drafted that would allow entrepreneurship program graduates to pitch their businesses to I
Read Full StoryA New Academic Year, A New Look
August 30, 2011
This fall we are debuting new marketing materials.
Read Full Story$100,000 as a Sophomore!
August 10, 2011
Jim Danielson is working on building a more powerful and efficient motor for electric vehicles. He has already electrified a Porsche 924S, including power electronics of his own design. He is currently co-launching Makt Systems LLC, a start-up to com
Read Full StoryGlobal Victory for our Certificate Program Students
August 10, 2011
A student-led team from Purdue University comprised of Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation students developing an easy-to-use flower sheet for creating a backyard garden claimed the top prize at the PolyU Innovation and Entrepreneurship Gl
Read Full StoryMeet the Certificate Program's Featured
April 27, 2011
Purdue is an incubator and engine of entrepreneurship. Venturing into unchartered territories. Applying knowledge. Acting on inspiration. Meet five students who personify this pioneering spirit, four of whom are Certificate in Entrepreneurship and In
Read Full StorySoy-Based Denture Adhesive, Wound-Care Startups Claim Top Prizes @ Elevator Pitch Competition
April 22, 2011
Ankit Gupta won the undergraduate student category for his two-minute pitch about Dentural, which is developing an environmentally friendly biodegradable denture adhesive. Sean Connell took top honors for his pitch about Medtric Biotech's bandage tha
Read Full StoryThe Burton D. Morgan Business Plan Competition Results
February 23, 2011
The five Purdue University undergraduate student teams selected as finalists in the Black Division, undergraduate division, presented their business plans on Feb. 22 during the 24th annual Burton D. Morgan Business Plan Competition.
Read Full StoryRegistration is Now Open for the 5th Annual Elevator Pitch Competition!
February 23, 2011
You've got 2 minutes, give judges the best pitch of your business venture and you could win $1,000. Register now!
Read Full StoryCertificate Program Students Sweep the BDM Business Plan Competition Finals!
February 14, 2011
All 5 teams competing the in the Black Division of the Burton D. Morgan Business Plan Competition are comprised of Certificate Program Students.
Read Full StoryCertificate Program Alum featured on INside Indiana Business Show
January 31, 2011
Neil Mylet, Certificate Program Alum was featured on INside Indiana Business TV Show January 30th.
Read Full StoryEntrepreneur and Chairman of Purdue's Board of Trustees, Keith Krach, will Speak @ the ENTR Capstone
January 27, 2011
Entrepreneur Keith Krach will talk about high performance teams with the Certificate Program's ENTR Capstone Class on February 1st @ 6pm in MRGN 121. There's limited seating so please contact - jgreener@purdue.edu
Read Full StoryCertificate Program Students Make it to the Semi-Finals in the BDM Business Plan Competition
January 27, 2011
11 of the 13 Semi-Finalist Teams competing in the Burton D. Morgan Business Plan Competition are comprised of Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Students.
Read Full StoryGlucaGo, Currently Cultured win Purdue elevator pitch competition
April 12, 2010
A medical device concept for diabetics and an Internet-based global etiquette and information service took top honors Friday (April 2) at the fourth annual Purdue University Elevator Pitch Competition in Discovery Park.
Read Full StoryJason Fried visits Purdue - Founder of 37 signals and author of Rework
April 7, 2010
Jason Fried, president and founder of 37signals drew a large crowd when he was a guest lecturer in the Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Capstone class on the topic of “How to Build a World Class Brand.”
Read Full StoryPurdue's elevator pitch competition open to students, entrepreneurs
February 9, 2010
Registration is open for the fourth annual Purdue University Elevator Pitch Competition, which is set for 2-5 p.m. April 2 at Discovery Park's Burton D. Morgan Center for Entrepreneurship, Room 121.
Read Full StoryPurdue students, faculty invited to meet successful Indiana entrepreneurs during program at Purdue R
February 4, 2010
Purdue University student and faculty entrepreneurs can register for a Feb. 16 program at the Purdue Research Park of West Lafayette to hear firsthand stories about successful business leaders.
Read Full StoryPurdue partners with The Kauffman Foundation for Global Entrepreneurship Week
November 24, 2009
To celebrate the vital role entrepreneurs play in innovation, job creation, and economic recovery, Purdue participated in Global Entrepreneurship Week November 16 to 22 to inspire and engage young people to get involved in entrepreneurship. The week
Read Full StoryPurdue student pitches his product on ABCs Shark Tank
November 23, 2009
Sawyer Sparks swam with the sharks and came out smiling. But what’s really getting him excited is not the fame he received during a September appearance on the entrepreneurial show Shark Tank, but the opportunity to invest in his hometown, Bloomfield
Read Full StoryMaymester trip to China an eye-opening experience
November 23, 2009
Sierra Smith has interned in Australia and taken a study-abroad tour of Greece and Germany. But those experiences were nothing like traveling to a country where she couldn’t easily decipher the written language.
Read Full StoryIce Miller and DeGroff Family Foundation provide new scholarship to entrepreneurship students
November 23, 2009
Student-entrepreneurs now have another option for financial assistance while at Purdue University. This fall, Ice Miller LLP and one of its principal attorneys, Joe DeGroff, announced a new $100,000 endowed scholarship.
Read Full StorySocial networking site links fund raisers with donors
November 23, 2009
Before Kristeen Hudson ‘09 went on a mission trip to Jamaica two years ago, she typed, printed, stamped, and mailed out dozens of support letters to raise funds. The effort paid off, but Hudson wondered if she could employ 21st century technology to
Read Full StoryPurdue partners with Kauffman for Global Entrepreneurship Week
November 10, 2009
Purdue University is participating in Global Entrepreneurship Week from Nov. 16-22 to celebrate the role that entrepreneurs play in job creation, innovation and economic recovery and how college students can be a part of that movement.
Read Full StoryLaw Firm Provides New Purdue Scholarship to Certificate in Entrepreneurship Program
October 6, 2009
Ice Miller LLP has created an endowed scholarship to benefit students at Purdue University. Fifty percent of the $25,000 fund will be provided to undergraduates in the College of Agriculture, and the remaining 50 percent will go to undergraduates enr
Read Full StoryCertificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation student cuts deal in the 'Shark Tank'
October 1, 2009
Sawyer Sparks, the creator of Soy-Yer Dough, a gluten-free modeling compound, was one of the entrepreneurs selected this season to pitch his product and business plan to five self-made millionaires and potential investors, also known as the "sharks."
Read Full StoryCertificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Student to Appear on ABC's 'Shark Tank'
September 25, 2009
Sawyer Sparks, a senior in the Purdue University College of Agriculture and creator of a soy-based modeling dough, will appear on the ABC show "Shark Tank" in an attempt to convince a panel of judges to financially back his invention.
Read Full StoryStudent Entrepreneur Funding Competition: Up to $40,000 in Venture Capitol Funding
August 10, 2009
Innovation Summit '09 has a very special opportunity for student entrepreneurs -- the chance to compete with other students for up to $40,000 in venture capital from HALO Capital Group!
Read Full StoryPurdue students head to China for global business-plan competition
May 14, 2009
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. - Purdue students Kristeen Hudson, Brian Paplaski and Joshua Hall are taking their first place finish at the university's Burton D. Morgan Business Plan Competition in February to a global competition in Hong Kong on June 3-6.
Read Full StoryEntrepreneurship spotlight: Sawyer Sparks
May 4, 2009
Sawyer Sparks’s quest to develop a gluten-free beer didn’t launch a microbrewery business. Instead, a kitchen mishap yielded a product the Bloomfield, Indiana native never expected – Soy-Yer Dough.
Read Full StoryNew staff members
May 4, 2009
As our student and alumni populations grow, our program needs more support than ever before. We are pleased to welcome Sherry Hight and Sascha Harrell to the staff of the Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program.
Read Full StoryCertificate students head to Beijing and Shanghai in May
May 4, 2009
Today, entrepreneurs working in high-growth, technology-based industries must be fluent in a number of global business issues. For 20 of our students, a firsthand introduction to these concepts will begin with a Maymester trip to Beijing and Shanghai
Read Full StoryHelmets, hypoglycemia products win big in Elevator Pitch competition results
May 4, 2009
A high-tech motorcycle helmet and a medical device for hypoglycemia received top honors on March 27 at Purdue University’s second annual Elevator Pitch Competition at Discovery Park’s Burton D. Morgan Center for Entrepreneurship.
Read Full StoryFrom scientist to entrepreneur: Amy Millman helps to ramp it up
May 4, 2009
Years ago, when Shaman Pharmaceuticals founder Lisa Conte was ready to take her company public, she experienced a case of mistaken identity.
Read Full StoryCertificate Program students win the MacArthur Foundation Young Innovators Award
April 21, 2009
The growing wealth of governmental data online has tremendous potential to increase civic engagement. Built on the successful Digital Literacy Contest, the Digital Democracy Contest employs existing online tools to help young people explore complex d
Read Full StoryPurdue students win $5,000 Peterson Foundation scholarships
April 14, 2009
Five Purdue undergraduate students have received $5,000 scholarships through Discovery Park's Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation program in partnership with the Alan and Mildred Peterson Foundation.
Read Full StoryRetail, biomedical engineering students take top prizes at Purdue elevator pitch competition
March 30, 2009
Senior retailing student Mark Napier, who is developing the high-tech motorcycle helmet Angel Eyes (which alerts emergency personnel in the case of an accident) claimed the $1,000 first prize in Purdue's entrepreneurial "Elevator Pitch" Competition.
Read Full StoryVenture capitalist headlines Women in Leadership workshop
March 23, 2009
The founder of an organization that has showcased more than 380 women-led businesses and raised $4 billion in equity, grants and strategic investments will be the keynote speaker for the Women in Leadership workshop this week in Purdue's Discovery Pa
Read Full StoryCertificate Program students receive top honors at the Burton D. Morgan Business Plan Competition
March 23, 2009
Congratulations to Mission MatchUp, led by Kristeen Hudson and Brian Paplaski. Their company won the $20,000 first prize in the Black Division for Purdue undergraduate students. Microfluidic Innovations, led by Ahmed Amin, was top presenter in the G
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