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Today, on National Unicorn Day, is the perfect time to ask: What makes Tel Aviv University stand out as the 'unicorn capital' among educational institutions? 🦄 For the second year running, TAU has secured the top spot among universities outside the U.S. and reached seventh place worldwide in the prestigious PitchBook entrepreneurship ranking, surpassing renowned American institutions such as Columbia, Yale, and Princeton. This milestone truly demonstrates how, at TAU, we constantly push the boundaries of innovation. Our secret? We're all about nurturing a vibrant startup culture right here on campus. From idea to investment, we offer unparalleled support for growing entrepreneurs. Not only on Unicorn Day, but every day, we acknowledge the invaluable efforts and contributions of our members who keep shaping the future with dedication and excellence. For more information on TAU's ranking>> https://lnkd.in/etHsw-Wy Moshe Zviran Ilya Strebulaev #unicornday #startupnation #entrepreneurship #innovationnation #tau #telavivuniversity #innovation #nationalunicornday

Huge thanks to John Avery, Director of the Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC) at Georgia Tech, for an absolutely enlightening session with my New Venture Development class at The Entrepreneurship and Innovation Institute at Georgia State University! 🚀🧠 John's deep dive into the evolution of innovation was both informative and eye-opening. His insights gave our students a fresh perspective on how technological advancements and market dynamics have shaped the entrepreneurial landscape over time. But John didn't stop at just sharing knowledge - he opened doors for our aspiring entrepreneurs: 1. ATDC Entrepreneurship Nights: A fantastic opportunity to network and learn from seasoned founders and industry experts. 2. Feedback Fridays: An invaluable platform for our students to get real-time feedback on their ideas and pitches. 3. ATDC Educate Classes: A goldmine of resources to help our students sharpen their entrepreneurial skills. These opportunities are game-changers, offering our students direct access to Atlanta's vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem. It's this kind of exposure and hands-on experience that can truly accelerate a young entrepreneur's journey. To my network: If you ever get the chance to hear John speak or engage with ATDC, don't hesitate. The wealth of knowledge and opportunities they provide is unparalleled. John, thank you for your generosity in sharing your time, wisdom, and these incredible resources with the next generation of innovators. Your contribution to fostering entrepreneurship in Atlanta and beyond is truly commendable! #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #ATDC #StartupEcosystem #NewVentureDevelopment

Recently, Wesley Okeke, CEO of Headway Idea Labs and Cubio Innovation, had the incredible opportunity to moderate a panel discussion on "Bridging Academia and Industry: Shaping Effective Support System for Entrepreneurship." Held at the prestigious Jiangsu Industrial Technology Research Institute (JITRI), this event was a deep dive into the intricate relationship between academia, entrepreneurship, and industry. Key topics explored included: 🚀 Supporting Early-Stage Entrepreneurship in Academic Institutions 💡 Navigating Intellectual Property Challenges 🌱 Challenges Faced by Tech Startups in Incubators 📚 Lessons for Aspiring Academic Entrepreneurs 🛠️ Case Study: Academic Innovation to Market-Ready Product 🔬 Importance of Interdisciplinary Research in Driving Innovation The exchange of insights and strategies offered a valuable roadmap for individuals navigating the dynamic landscape of innovation. As we continue to champion collaboration between academia, entrepreneurship, and industry, stay tuned for more educational initiatives aimed at empowering aspiring entrepreneurs! 🌐✨ Visit Home https://lnkd.in/gNg9EiFH as we offer a robust suite of resources and expert guidance tailored to effectively navigate the complexities of accelerator programs. #AcademiaAndIndustry #EntrepreneurshipEducation #InnovationInsights

📣 The Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center at Albers School of Business and Economics at Seattle University and Economics is calling for Tradeshow Judges to help us select the 4 teams who will move on to the Finals of this year’s Harriet-Stephenson Business Plan Competition (HSBPC).    In its 26th year, the HSBPC supports our promising startups to present their innovative ideas and receive feedback from a panel of experienced judges. Your expertise and knowledge in the business world would be invaluable to the startups as they seek to take their ideas to the next level. As a judge, you will have the chance to observe and evaluate the pitches and help select the teams for the next round of the competition and eventually, the winner of the HSBPC $20,000 Grand Prize.   Program requirements for Tradeshow Judges:    💡 Attend the Semi-Final Tradeshow on May 3rd from 4-6pm at Seattle University Campus  💡Evaluate the booths of the 12 semi-finalist teams and ask them questions about their business  💡Judges are encouraged to attend the Fast Pitch Competition (3-4pm) to hear each of the teams deliver a 2-minute pitch.  💡Submit registration form by May 2nd: https://lnkd.in/dCEyRRQx If you’re interested, please reach out to Peter Rowan Rowan or Amelia Marckworth Marckworth, and view the program website: #volunteeroppurtunity #businessplancompetition #startups #entrepreneurship #innovation 

Over the weekend, our team of TUM S.E.E.D. Center Scholars had the incredible opportunity to participate in the prestigious 20th Annual #SEConf, hosted at IMD from April 18 to 20. We showcased our research through three insightful paper presentations, highlighting our commitment to advancing knowledge in social and sustainable entrepreneurship, met old friends and SEED affiliates, such as Esther Salvi, and made new ones. Among our presentations were: ➡ "Unpacking Impact Drift: A Conceptual Paper to Shift Our Attention to the Societal Level of Analysis" by Alessia Argiolas and Hans Rawhouser from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. ➡"Stay on Board We’ll Make It Work: How Social Enterprises Maintain Pragmatic Legitimacy Amidst Profitability Struggles" by Mohammed Bendaanane and Frank-Martin Belz, which delves into the dynamic narratives of social entrepreneurs and their strategies to navigate legitimacy challenges. ➡"Strategies of Social Enterprises in Institutional Change: The Case of E-Mobility in Kenya" by Katharina Eichinger and Frank-Martin Belz, exploring the role of sustainable ventures in shaping the institutional landscape for e-mobility, particularly in contexts of high uncertainty. Our interactions at the conference were incredibly enriching, providing valuable feedback to advance our research and fostering meaningful connections within the social entrepreneurship community. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the entire team at IMD, especially Sophie Bacq and Jill Kickul, for organizing such this exceptional event. ⁉ Stay curious as we continue to translate our new insights into actionable projects in the months ahead. 🚀 Together, we're shaping a more sustainable and impactful future. #TUMSEEDCenter #SEConf #SocialEntrepreneurship #ImpactResearch #SustainableEntrepreneurship #IMDImpact

I am honored to share that I have been selected again as a #Judge at the #HultPrize 2024 Global Accelerator! The Former US President Bill Clinton recently unveiled the 2024 Hult Prize Challenge at #Global Finals event in Paris, kicking off the 15th anniversary competition with a groundbreaking twist: This year's topic is: UNLIMITED! The Hult Prize challenges young people to #solve the world’s most pressing issues through social #entrepreneurship. This year the Call to #Action for #students around the world is to create a #betterworld. Students pitching ideas for a social enterprise, as long as it is world-changing and aligned with at least one of the #UnitedNations Sustainable Development Goals #SDG. Every year, one team receives $1M USD in funding to make their idea a reality. About My Role: As a judge I will play a crucial role in helping #Startups refine their innovative ideas in UNLIMITED #social #impact. I will join a group of Global Experts who will collectively be tasked to listen and evaluate the #business pitches of ≈ 60 international startups through a 4-min pitch and 4-min Q&A format. For updates and coverage of the competition follow Hult Prize Foundation #Hultprize #hpglobalacclerator2024 #LAbCardi #WomenInBusiness #Impact #Entrepreneurship #BetterWorld #Students #Universities #UnitedNations #SDG

🌟 Day 2 of the Social Innovation Bootcamp: Bridging Ideas and Cultures! - Part 1 🌟 The second day marked a significant milestone in our Social Innovation Bootcamp at WFI - Ingolstadt School of Management, as the synergy between our students and inspiring impact start-ups from Sub-Saharan Africa began to take shape. This event serves as the cornerstone of a semester-long collaboration aimed at addressing key business challenges through innovative solutions by our students. The day commenced with enlightening insights from Jennifer Merritt Faria and Iris Stewart-Frey, representing the Miller Center for Social Entrepreneurship , shedding light on how students at Santa Clara University collaborate with impact start-ups in Global South countries to enhance positive social impact in developing communities. With the second day of the bootcamp initiating the collaboration between WFI students and impact start-ups, Dr. Eva Wack of SISTAC skillfully guided us through the intercultural and interpersonal dynamics crucial for successful collaboration. Her session empowered students and female founders alike to navigate the diverse cultural landscape of this international partnership, fostering an environment ripe for fruitful collaboration. The first half of our bootcamp Friday was illuminated by dynamic pitches from our remarkable female-led start-ups. These visionary entrepreneurs shared their innovative business models, captivating students with their passion and ingenuity. The room buzzed with energy as students engaged in insightful Q&A sessions, eager to comprehend the unique challenges and opportunities presented by each start-up. Our students now embark on the journey of developing a minimum viable product (MVP) to address these challenges head-on. Stay tuned for the second half of this bootcamp Friday, where students and start-ups delve into their collaborative projects, driving social innovation and fostering lasting impact together! 🌍💡 #SocialInnovationBootcamp #WFIIngolstadt #ImpactStartups #SubSaharanAfrica #FemaleEntrepreneurs #InterculturalCollaboration #Innovation #SocialImpact #MVPDevelopment #SISTAC

Proud to Have Participated in the "Startup Olympics" at Alexandria University I was fortunate to take part in the "Startup Olympics - Alexandria University" competition held from June 22 to July 10, 2024. Although our team did not win, the experience was incredibly enriching and full of valuable lessons. I Learned: Teamwork: We worked as a cohesive team, learning how to collaborate and communicate effectively to achieve our shared goals. Idea Development:We gained insights on how to improve and develop our startup idea, identifying its strengths and weaknesses. Evaluation and Improvement: We acquired new skills in evaluating performance and analyzing ideas for continuous improvement. I am excited to participate again next year and confident that the experiences and lessons learned from this competition will contribute to greater success in the future. Thank you to everyone who organized and supported this competition - [Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research] - [Innovators Support Fund] - [Alexandria University] #StartupOlympics #AlexandriaUniversity #Teamwork #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #LearningExperience

It was a real pleasure to meet today in Montreal with Kika (Karolina) Armata, Associate Director, McGill Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship McGill University to exchange on our shared goals to support women founders with Ankh Impact Ventures The McGill Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship is the hub of entrepreneurial activity at McGill University, dedicated to building innovative companies with a purpose. The centre is recognized for its excellence as -#1 University Innovation Ecosystem in the world by Accreditation of Entrepreneurial and Engaged Universities (2023) -Top 5 Global University Business Incubator by UBI Global - Community For Business Incubators & Accelerators (2023) -#1 in Canada for developing women founders & #1 in Quebec for producing Competitive Startup Founders Their community consists of 470+ active startups, that in concert have raised over $3.7 billion, created over 10,000 jobs and are operating in 38 countries while having collaborations with 88 universities worldwide. AIV proudly collaborates with educational institutions to foster entrepreneurship and make a meaningful impact on students from diverse backgrounds. Student entrepreneurship cultivates a powerful skill set that boosts confidence, risk-taking, and resilience. It empowers students to embrace failure and take bold steps on their life journey, creating widespread success for society. Embracing diversity drives innovation! #McGillDobsonCentreforentrepreneurship #mcgilluniversity #FemaleFounders #impact #startups #WomenInBusiness #Education #TechForGood #Leadership #Empowerment #Networking #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Community #FemaleEntrepreneurs #UndergradWomenInTech #TrailblazingWomen #WomenInTech #PitchCompetition #Investing #fosteringentrepreneurshipinstudents #studentsuccess #femalefounded

What an incredible journey it has been with such great and smart team members, and in a tight time frame we are so happy we made it and earned 2nd place in the class. It's an honor to complete this space journey with you. #GlobalScalingChallenge #GrenobleEM #BusinessDevelopment #entrepreneurship #teamsuccess #innovation Grenoble Ecole de Management