Tape Ark | Global Experts in Tape to Cloud Migration's CEO Guy C. Holmes will regularly volunteer his time to share his experiences and insights with industry colleagues. This week he shared his lessons learnt with those just starting out on their entrepreneurial journey. Go Guy 👊
This week, CERI’s Entrepreneurial Mindset Bootcamp brought together a diverse mix of founders, researchers, and students. The program focused on commercialization, innovation, and startup development, offering a solid foundation for those eager to dive into the entrepreneurial world. During the bootcamp, we covered essential aspects such as developing an entrepreneurial mindset and necessary soft skills for researchers and founders, providing tools for quick idea generation, validation, and clear communication of commercial concepts. The program also featured talks from CERI resident companies and guest entrepreneur Guy C. Holmes, founder and CEO of Tape Ark | Global Experts in Tape to Cloud Migration who spoke about his journey as a serial entrepreneur and how his current company is creating value by connecting large legacy datasets. What do you get when you cross data from the ocean floor, with weather data, and the rock and roll hall of fame? Definitely something no one has thought of before! Looking ahead, our next course, Concept to Creation, starts next month—an excellent opportunity for those interested in understanding key concepts for commercial success. Wondering what you can expect from Concept to Creation (C2C)? Each session, guided by industry experts, combines practical theory, engaging activities, and collaborative discussions. The course covers various topics, including business model design, intellectual property (IP), accounting, human resources (HR), pitching for investment, sales, branding, and more.