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SUMMARY:WE Brunch 2025
DESCRIPTION:We look forward to seeing you at our 2nd annual Women Entrepreneur’s Brunch\nWE Brunch is a multi-city celebration of women\, hosted on International Women’s Day\, March 08\, 2025. \nThis event fosters connections\, encourages impactful dialogue\, and strengthens relations among female founders\, women business owners\, resource providers\, and supporters within the women entrepreneurship ecosystem. \nEach WE Brunch is organized by local women-empowering-women\, at a location of their choice. \nAt 12:00 PM Central Time\, all locations will connect virtually for a dynamic keynote presentation and panel discussion coordinated by Entrepreneurship For Everyone\, a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Public Charity dedicated to Empowering Diversity. Stimulating Connectivity. Building Prosperity.
URL:https://hbcueweek.com/events-calendar/we-brunch-2025/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Entrepreneurship For Everyone":MAILTO:thomas.hallin@goEFE.org
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SUMMARY:AWIEF 2024 Conference & Awards
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Africa’s premier entrepreneurship event!\n\n\n\n\nAWIEF is convening key players in the African entrepreneurial ecosystem to engage in impactful dialogue around the theme Future For All: Collaborate For Growth. Solve Inequity. Act on Climate. \nWe invite you to join us at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) for two days of keynotes\, panel discussions\, expert-led masterclasses and fireside chats around African approaches to these global challenges. We will set the stage for delegates to share good practices and foster collaboration\, in promoting inclusive\, equitable and sustainable growth through entrepreneurship. \nThis 10th edition of our annual conference will bring together more participants than ever before to give you the opportunity to rekindle your network\, explore our multifaceted trade exhibition\, attend the glittering AWIEF gala dinner and awards ceremony\, and explore Cape Town’s stunning sights. \nREGISTER
URL:https://hbcueweek.com/events-calendar/awief-2024-conference/
LOCATION:Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)\, 1 Lower Long Street\, Cape Town\, 8001\, South Africa
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ORGANIZER;CN="AWIEF":MAILTO:info@awieforum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T130000
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SUMMARY:Building Your Personal Advisory Board
DESCRIPTION:Navigating your professional journey can be lonely\, but it doesn’t necessarily have to be. Imagine having a board\, just like companies have\, but dedicated to helping YOU succeed as an individual. \nJoin us for this Workshop / Presentation led by Keith Chaney\, Business Strategist and Founder of Peadbo. \nOutcome/Take-Away: In this session\, you’ll learn proven strategies and best practices to assemble\, nurture\, and leverage your board effectively. Elevate your journey while cultivating a supportive network that prioritizes your success and well-being.
URL:https://hbcueweek.com/events-calendar/building-your-personal-advisory-board/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Peadbo":MAILTO:keith@peadbo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240311T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240311T183000
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SUMMARY:HBCU State of Innovation and Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Monday\, March 11\, 2024 for this dynamic moderated Panel Discussion featuring HBCU faculty who will share insights into the many exciting innovation and entrepreneurship activities\, events\, and programs that are taking place at various Historically Black Colleges and Universities throughout the U.S. and the U.S.V.I. \nTime:  Doors opening at 5:00 PM Central Time\, Panel discussion begins at 5:30 PM Central time. \nLocation:  Xavier University of Louisiana\, 1 Drexel Drive\, New Orleans\, LA 70125 \nEvent Hosts:  XULA Entrepreneurship Institute in collaboration with Entrepreneurship For Everyone \nABOUT\nThe HBCU State of Innovation Entrepreneurship panel discussion is organized and hosted by The Entrepreneurship Institute at Xavier University of Louisiana\, in collaboration with Entrepreneurship For Everyone. \nThis event is part of the New Orleans Entrepreneur Week (NOEW) 2024 series of programming titled ‘NOEW in Your Neighborhood’ that takes place on Monday\, March 11th and Tuesday\, March 12th of the week-long event: March 11th – 16th\, 2024. \nEach NOEW in Your Neighborhood (NIYN) is independently produced by organizers from across the Greater New Orleans region. In order to attend individual NIYN events\, you must 1) Register for NOEW 2024 and 2) Register for each NIYN event you plan to attend. \nRegister for NOEW 2024: www.noew.org \nFor over a decade\, New Orleans Entrepreneur Week (NOEW) – pronounced ‘noh-wee!’ – has brought together startup founders\, business leaders\, aspiring entrepreneurs\, industry experts\, investors\, and other thought leaders to celebrate innovation\, technology\, entrepreneurship\, culture\, and big ideas during a dynamic week-long event. In 2024\, NOEW is offering a unique fusion of top-tier speakers\, forward-thinking & business-focused thought leadership\, and the kind of world-class celebration of culture that defines New Orleans! \nTo learn more about NOEW 2024 including themes\, speakers\, sessions\, and more\, visit www.noew.org. \nSign Up
URL:https://hbcueweek.com/events-calendar/hbcu-state-of-innovation-and-entrepreneurship/
LOCATION:Xavier University of Louisiana\, 1 Drexel Drive\, New Orleans\, Louisiana\, 70125
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ORGANIZER;CN="XULA Entrepreneurship Institute":MAILTO:mquinn@xula.edu
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SUMMARY:Rising Stars: HBCU Entrepreneurship Summit
DESCRIPTION:SHOWING UP IS THE FIRST STEP IN SUCCESS!\nJoin us for “Rising Stars: HBCU Entrepreneurship Summit” at Xavier University of Louisiana on March 08 – 10\, 2024. \nThis event is open to anyone interested in learning more about entrepreneurship and is co-hosted by The XULA Entrepreneurship Institute in collaboration with Entrepreneurship For Everyone. \nGet ready for 3 jam-packed days of excitement\, knowledge-exchange\, and new connections! \nThanks to the amazing line-up of subject matter experts\, our event agenda is once again full of thought-provoking presentations\, panel discussions\, and workshops. Add to this food\, fun\, and music balanced with time for round-table discussions and reflections on insights shared and learned\, engaging networking opportunities and access to amazing resources\, plus the opportunity to watch and cheer on the entrepreneurs that have qualified for the LIVE Pitch Finals\, and we are certain that everyone will leave energized\, inspired\, and empowered. \nHere below is a snapshot of what you can expect\, the complete schedule and Agenda-at-a-Glance will be available on our mobile app and event website. \n\nDay 1: WE Brunch celebration of Women and Female Founders followed by Afternoon Conference Program\nDay 2: Full Day Conference Program and Vendor Showcase\nDay 3: Half-Day Rising Stars Pitch Competition LIVE Finals and Student Business Showcase\n\nWe look forward to seeing you – so get your Ticket Now!
URL:https://hbcueweek.com/events-calendar/hbcu-entrepreneurs-week-2024-spring-conference/
LOCATION:Xavier University of Louisiana\, 1 Drexel Drive\, New Orleans\, Louisiana\, 70125
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ORGANIZER;CN="Entrepreneurship For Everyone":MAILTO:thomas.hallin@goEFE.org
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SUMMARY:HBCUeWEEK Event Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:You are welcome to join our Event Committee and contribute to our biweekly Zoom meetings in preparation for the 4th Edition of HBCU Entrepreneur’s Week hosted by the Entrepreneurship Institute at Xavier University of Louisiana\, in collaboration with Entrepreneurship For Everyone\, as well as future upcoming events. \nOur biweekly calls are held every other Wednesday at 12:00 PM Pacific / 1:00 Mountain / 2:00 PM Central / 3:00 PM Eastern Time. \nAs a first step\, please CLICK HERE to be added to our Event Committee list.
URL:https://hbcueweek.com/events-calendar/hbcueweek-event-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Entrepreneurship For Everyone":MAILTO:thomas.hallin@goEFE.org
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SUMMARY:Rising Stars Pitch Competition - Round 1 Application Due
DESCRIPTION:The RISING STARS Pitch Competition is part of the 4th Edition of HBCU Entrepreneur’s Week which this time is hosted by the Entrepreneurship Institute at Xavier University of Louisiana in collaboration with Entrepreneurship For Everyone. \nWHO SHOULD APPLY \nWe encourage all aspiring and current entrepreneurs who have identified the business idea that you want to pursue as well as founders and startups that are already generating revenue to apply. To ensure a fun\, fair\, and rewarding experience for everyone we are offering two (2) Tracks. \nELIGIBILITY \nTrack 1: Students from ALL HBCUs\nTrack 2: HBCU Alumni and Greater New Orleans based Minority Owned Businesses
URL:https://hbcueweek.com/events-calendar/rising-stars-pitch-competition-round-1-due-date/
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ORGANIZER;CN="XULA Entrepreneurship Institute":MAILTO:mquinn@xula.edu
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T230401Z
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SUMMARY:How To Use the Business Model Canvas
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a LIVE Webinar on How To Use the Business Model Canvas.\nThis is a FREE online workshop with practical hands-on guidance and tips on how to complete the BMC which is part of the requirements due by January 19\, 2024 to enter the RISING STARS Pitch Competition.\n\nFacilitator:\nMark Quinn\, Conrad N. Hilton Endowed Chair in Entrepreneurship/Assistant Professor at Xavier University of Louisiana \n– – – – –\nBMC Image by Strategyzer AG – No changes made – Shared under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported Licensse.\nTo view a copy of this license\, visit: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en
URL:https://hbcueweek.com/events-calendar/how-to-use-the-business-model-canvas/
LOCATION:Zoom Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="XULA Entrepreneurship Institute":MAILTO:mquinn@xula.edu
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SUMMARY:Sneaker Ball
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting evening at the HBCU Entrepreneur’s Week Sneaker Ball! \nThis in-person event will be held at the Historic Post Office in Hampton\, VA where participants will be treated to… \n\na vibrant celebration of entrepreneurship and small business\ndelectable appetizers crafted by local culinary talent\ndinner prepared by Chef Jermaine Boothe\nthe opportunity to dance the night away\nadditional delightful surprises throughout the evening\n\nThis is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow entrepreneurs\, showcase your style\, and celebrate the vibrant HBCU community\n \nDress Code: We encourage you to come dressed in your most stylish\, creative\, and comfortable sneakers while maintaining a chic and sophisticated look. Think formal attire with a sneaker twist! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPURCHASE TICKETS
URL:https://hbcueweek.com/events-calendar/sneaker-ball/
LOCATION:The Historic Post Office\, 132 E Queen St\, Hampton\, Virginia\, 23669
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ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Workforce Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center":MAILTO:vwiec@hamptonu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231107T153000
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SUMMARY:HBCU Entrepreneur's Week 2023 Fall Conference
DESCRIPTION:HBCU Entrepreneur’s Week is an event that you do not want to miss!! \nThe program for November 5-7\, 2023 will include a balanced mix of Keynote Presentations\, Panel Sessions\, Workshops\, Fireside Chats\, and time dedicated to networking and knowledge exchange. Here below is a snapshot of what to expect\, the complete schedule and Agenda-at-a-Glance is available on our hybrid event website. \n\nDay 1: Embracing Change and Innovation  |  Evening Event: Sneaker Ball\nDay 2: Navigating the Human Centric Workforce  |  Evening Event: Phoebus and Downtown Hampton Dine-Around\nDay 3: InnovateXpress Pitch Competition Finals LIVE\n\nParticipate in creating unparalleled interdisciplinary entrepreneurship experiences! \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://hbcueweek.com/events-calendar/hbcu-entrepreneurs-week-2023-fall-conference/
LOCATION:Hampton University Student Center\, 135 Marshall Ave\, Hampton\, Virginia\, 23668
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ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Workforce Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center":MAILTO:vwiec@hamptonu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230908T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230922T235900
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SUMMARY:Innovate Xpress Pitch Competition - Round 1
DESCRIPTION:HBCU Students\, Alumni\, VWIEC Entrepreneurs\, and other Startup Founders…\nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to: \n\nHone your pitch\nReceive valuable constructive feedback from Judges\nCompete for Cash Non-Equity Awards\nSecure a fully sponsored HBCU Entrepreneur’s Week Conference Pass\, Nov 5-7\, 2023 in Hampton\, Virginia (including Travel & Lodging)\n\nYou’ve Got To Be in it To Win it !!  >> CLICK HERE TO APPLY << \nWHO SHOULD APPLY\nWe encourage all budding entrepreneurs and established startups to apply and to ensure a fun\, fair\, and rewarding experience we are offering two (2) Tracks. \nTrack 1: Budding Entrepreneurs (pre-launch)\nThis track is open to any innovator or entrepreneur who a) has a well-defined business idea\, b) can demonstrate a clear understanding of your target market and c) able to present a compelling reason for market demand. \nTrack 2: Established Startups (in business)\nThis track is open to any Founder of a revenue generating business who a) can clearly demonstrate originality and uniqueness of your product or service\, b) effectively communicate the benefits and advantages of their solution compared to existing alternatives\, and c) outline a robust and solid business model that demonstrates a clear path to profitability and long-term success. \nWHAT’S EXPECTED\nRound 1: Application Deadline – Friday\, September 22\, 2023 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time\nAll applicants must complete their profile on the Harness platform and upload a Business Model Canvas\, please click here for a sample and instructions on how to complete the Business Model Canvas. \nRound 2: Video Submission Deadline – Monday\, October 02\, 2023 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time\nContestants that are invited to ROUND 2 will receive an email with information on what to include\, and how to upload and submit their max 3-minutes long Pitch Video. \nRound 3: Wednesday\, November 7\, 2023 LIVE Pitch Finals at Hampton University\nThe 5 finalists of each track will be invited to present in-person on-stage in front of a panel of Pitch Judges and a live audience in Hampton\, Virginia\, (travel\, hotel and meals included). \n>> CLICK HERE TO APPLY <<
URL:https://hbcueweek.com/events-calendar/innovate-xpress-pitch-competition/
LOCATION:VWIEC at Hampton University\, 2 Eaton Street\, Hampton\, Virginia\, 23669
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ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Workforce Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center":MAILTO:vwiec@hamptonu.edu
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