Student Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Summit

Worcester is a Hub of Innovation

A hub of innovation, New England’s second largest city combines the historic charm of a small town with the culture and attractions of a thriving metropolis. Worcester is home to nationally recognized research universities, including Worcester Polytechnic Institute and Umass Medical, top innovation centers, including the Massachusetts Biomedical Initiative and MassDigi, world class museums and a thriving food scene with over 100 local eateries. Undergoing a city-wide renaissance, Worcester is a hot bed for change.

Located in the heart of Massachusetts, Worcester is a short drive from Boston, Providence and New York City allowing you to benefit from a high quality of life, with affordable housing and business space.

Event Details:

Student Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Summit

This second annual event will connect students with entrepreneurial support organizations (ESOs) and ecosystem partners to bridge the gap of entry for college students pursuing their entrepreneurial ventures. Students are invited from all major colleges in the Worcester area.

Saturday, March 23, 2024 from 11:30am - 1:30pm

WorcLab: 44 Portland Street, 4th Floor of Worcester, MA 01608

AGENDA

11:30AM Doors Open
Networking & Open House (Food Provided)

12:45PM Programming

Speaker: Tyler Ojala, Community Manager, WorcLab
Speaker: Zachary Dutton, Executive Director, The Venture Forum
Keynote Speaker: TBD

1:30PM Conclusion

SPEAKERS

Tyler Ojala

Community Manager, WorcLab

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Zachary Dutton

Executive Director, Venture Forum

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Emily Molstad

CEO & Co-Founder, VALIS

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DISCOVER RESOURCES

At the summit, you'll have the opportunity to hear from established entrepreneurs and learn about their journey to success. You'll also have the chance to explore and talk to various entrepreneurial support organizations (ESOs) who will be manning tables around WorcLab, representing their respective organizations. These ESOs will be there to provide valuable information, guidance, and resources to help you navigate the challenges of starting your own business.

JOIN THE NETWORK

Students will have the opportunity to meet and network with entrepreneurs from WorcLab, who will be stationed around the facility to tell you about their businesses and how they got started. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable insights and inspiration from individuals who have already made the leap into entrepreneurship.

EXPLORE THE FACILITIES

Tour the WorcLab facilities where you'll get a chance to see firsthand the resources and support available to you as a student entrepreneur. Located within the innovative and passionate business community in the Printer’s Building and amongst exciting developments like the Grid District, we’re dedicated to supporting other nonprofit organizations and partnering with our neighbors on our city’s renaissance.

Don't miss out on the opportunity!

Students

Unlock your entrepreneurial potential and connect with industry leaders at the Student Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Summit (SEES). Learn from established entrepreneurs, network with support organizations, and discover the resources to turn your ideas into reality.

Colleges

Your students will hear from established entrepreneurs and learn about their journey to success, and talk to various entrepreneurial support organizations. These ESOs will be there to provide valuable information, guidance, and resources to help you navigate the challenges of starting your own business.

Organizations

At the summit, you'll have the opportunity to mingle with both established and budding entrepreneurs from the community, and pitch to the local student entrepreneurs. Each organiziation will have a table and a representative to provide valuable information, guidance, and resources to help them navigate the challenges of starting a business.