NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC to hold Entrepreneurship Events during Global Entrepreneurship Week (Nov 13-19)
The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center & SBDC is hosting several days of events in celebration of Global Entrepreneurship Week on November 13-19, 2023. Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) inspires millions every year to explore their potential while fostering connections and increasing collaboration within their ecosystems to empower entrepreneurs and strengthen communities. GEW reaches beyond traditional startup hubs, envisioning one global entrepreneurship ecosystem available to all.
The NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC is celebrating GEW with a week of events for entrepreneurs and innovators of all stages: from fledgling innovators to experienced entrepreneurs, from startups to established businesses navigating the current economic, financial, and public health situation.
For more information, visit http://www.pappajohncenter.com/gew
North Iowa Global Entrepreneurship Week Events – Nov 13-19, 2023
| Date | Event | Time & Location |
| Monday, Nov 13 | Everyday Entrepreneur Pitch Competition – Five students will compete in the competition’s Final Round, presenting their business plan to a panel of judges and competing for up to $1,250 in prizes. | 12:15pm – 1:15pm NIACC – Activity Center |
| Wednesday, Nov 15 | NIACC Marketplace – Shop unique offerings from NIACC students, faculty, admin, and staff (open to the public). | 10 am – 2pm NIACC – Activity Center |
| Grow with Google: Thrive in a Digital World – Iowa Grow with Google Coach will help you discover Google tools that can help business owners work and manage their business. Plus, get insights on more online and timely resources for small businesses. Registration required. | 11 am – 12pm NIACC – PC #224 | |
| Thursday, Nov 16 | Business Transition Planning Workshop – This free workshop will help you prepare your business for the future, with BrownWinick Law Firm and Al Lorenzen of The Business Brokers. Registration required. | 1pm – 4pm NIACC – PC #117 |
| Venture School Launch Day Competition – Teams from the Fall 2022 cohort present their business pitch to a panel of judges, with the top prize winning $1,500 in seed money. Registration required. | 5:30pm – 9pm NIACC Muse-Norris Conference Center | |
| Saturday, Nov 18 | National Immigrant Entrepreneur Summit – The IES helps drive success for immigrant-owned businesses. Representatives from North Iowa will attend. Contact pappajohn@niacc.edu for more information. | 8:30am – 5pm FFA Enrichment Center, Ankeny, IA |
The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center is the expert in rural business innovation and success. In partnership with North Iowa’s Small Business Development Center, together we provide tools, support, and resources to Iowa’s entrepreneurs. We counsel both new and existing local businesses, from Main Street to industry leaders. We’re growing Iowa’s entrepreneurial culture through grade school initiatives, college and community programs, and business training and development. Contact the NIACC Pappajohn Center at 641-422-4111 or pappajohn@niacc.edu.
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