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eMonth (Entrepreneurship Month)

The Jim Moran Institute for Global Entrepreneurship invites all Florida State students to participate in eMonth. Designed to foster a culture of entrepreneurship across campus, eMonth celebrates FSU’s entrepreneurial spirit and provides an introduction to the world of entrepreneurship.

This is a time when small actions unleash big ideas. No matter where you fall on the entrepreneurship spectrum – from accomplished entrepreneur to curious student – eMonth is for you. Join us for the following events:

Here is a list of some of the Events held during the previous eMonth: November, 2012

ENTREPRElooza Student Expo

Wednesday, Nov. 7, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Landis Green

Kicking off eMonth, the ENTREPRElooza Student Expo showcased student entrepreneurs’ businesses. All types of students were invited to come out and see how the entrepreneurship program in the College of Business fosters real-world educational experiences and supports student-operated businesses. We held a giveaway where you could show off your texting skills in a Texting Contest and win a free iPad. Students enjoyed FREE food and music.

Update: We would like to congratulate John McDaniel, winner of the Texting Contest and the iPad prize. McDaniel had the most friends check-in at the contest desk after he texted them to join the event.

7 Under 30

Tuesday, Nov. 13, 1 – 3:30 p.m., Turnbull Conference Center, Room 208

Learn from successful entrepreneurs at the 7 Under 30 event, featuring seven FSU alumni who started businesses under the age of 30. Be a part of the discussion with the founders of Black & Denim Apparel Company, Futur1st, GOTCHA Ride, KB Studio, Notelog.com, SendHub, and Sports Entertainment Gear (SEG). Each entrepreneur will speak 7 minutes, and there will be a Q&A session at the end of the program. Join us for refreshments and networking after the event.

Topics discussed include:

“Mentoring & Networking” – Garrett Johnson, SendHub
“Building a National Business” – Travis Williams, Sports Entertainment Gear (SEG)
“Our Future's So Bright” – Simon Anderson, Futur1st.com
“Launch Your Business at FSU” – Mike Fingado, Coursemodo
“Diverse Talents in a Successful Startup” – Robert Torres, Black & Denim Apparel Company
“Vision and Persistence” – Sean Flood, GOTCHA Ride
“How to Build a Profitable Website“ – Hemal Patel, KB Studio and KeoloHosting

Students: This event was free, but required registration.

Progressive Luncheon

Friday, Nov. 30, 10 a.m. registration, 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. luncheon, University Center Club, Futch Ballroom

Engage with successful entrepreneurs and business leaders over a four-course lunch. The format of this progressive luncheon allows you to gain firsthand knowledge from entrepreneurs as you move from table to table at the start of each course. This year’s event also features keynote speaker Andreas Widmer, entrepreneur, investor and author of “The Pope & The CEO.” Widmer also is president of The Carpenter’s Fund and a co-founder of SEVEN Fund, a philanthropic organization that invests in enterprise solutions to poverty.