CCEI In the News
- Startup ‘InPrint Bio’ Offers Reconstructive Breakthrough After Breast Surgery October 6, 2021UConn Today – A UConn-affiliated medical startup team is working to create a faster, safer technique that will aid plastic surgeons in reconstruction while minimizing the risk of complications. Read articleClaire Hall
- The Next Inning: Student’s Company Prepares to Sell New Iteration of Baseball-Training Invention September 27, 2021UConn Today – Since he was identified as one of the most promising entrepreneurs at UConn this summer, Elijah Taitel ’22 (BUS) hasn’t rested on his achievements. His company, Extra Base Sports, is preparing to launch a new youth-sized version of its popular baseball/softball training device called the ProVelocity Bat next month, targeting players between... […]Claire Hall
- Alumni Couple Funds New Entrepreneurship Course to Help Hartford Start-Ups September 24, 2021UConn Today – Alumni couple Michael and Shari Cantor have two passions: UConn and Greater Hartford. So when they decided recently to make a gift to UConn, they knew they wanted to have a real impact on Greater Hartford by promoting economic development and entrepreneurship there. Read articleScott Slater III
Upcoming Events
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Oct
18
xCITE: Celebrating Women's Entrepreneurship Week5:00pm
xCITE: Celebrating Women's Entrepreneurship Week
Monday, October 18th, 2021
05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Storrs Campus Virtual
Please join us for the 2021 xCITE: Women in Entrepreneurship Network Event as we celebrate Women's Entrepreneurship Week and learn from CEO and CCO, Carrianne Polo, of New Park Creative as she speaks on the power of personal branding.
Originally established as a day-long conference for Connecticut women in Innovation, Technology, and Entrepreneurship, xCITE has since evolved into so much more! Still dedicated to bringing together women entrepreneurs and organizations from across Connecticut and beyond, xCITE is shifting its focus towards an increased frequency of networking and mentoring opportunities. The result of this shift is a reengineered program with an emphasis on building a committed network of women entrepreneurs and will engage participants year-round in meaningful opportunities designed to connect, support, and inspire.
This event will be held virtually on October 18, 2021 from 5-6pm. You can learn more and RSVP here: https://xcite.business.uconn.edu/ -
Oct
18
xCITE: Women In Entrepreneurship Event5:00pm
xCITE: Women In Entrepreneurship Event
Monday, October 18th, 2021
05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Other Virtual
Originally established as a day-long conference for Connecticut women in Innovation, Technology, and Entrepreneurship, xCITE has since evolved into so much more!
Hosted by the University of Connecticut, engagement in our program will help to:
build a network of diverse women entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders launching, growing and supporting businesses in Connecticut
help to identify areas of opportunity to support women entrepreneurs
develop skills critical to launching and leading innovative and entrepreneurial projects and ventures
connect with peers, resources, and support services in Connecticut’s business community.
Join us for the 2021 xCITE: Women in Entrepreneurship Event, as we celebrate Women’s Entrepreneurship Week and learn from CEO and CCO, Carrianne Polo, of New Park Creative as she speaks on the power of personal branding.
The virtual event will be held on Oct. 18, 2021 from 5-6pm. Learn more and RSVP here: https://xcite.business.uconn.edu/ -
Oct
19
Get Seeded Pitch Night 6:00pm
Get Seeded Pitch Night
Tuesday, October 19th, 2021
06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Other Virtual
Get Seeded provides seed funding, mentorship, networking, and next step resources to students that have ideas for a business, invention or innovation.
Do you have a business idea, invention, provide or service you have designed, apply to pitch at one of our pitch nights this year for the chance to be awarded up to $1,000. Applications are accepted throughout the academic year on a rolling basis.
This event (and all other Get Seeded events) are open to the whole UConn community. Students are highly encouraged to attend, even if you don't have a business idea. Students in the audience get to vote on which teams are funded.
For more information, to RSVP to attend a pitch night or to apply to pitch please visit: https://ccei.uconn.edu/getseeded/ -
Oct
22
Fall Traction Application Deadline 12:00am
Fall Traction Application Deadline
Friday, October 22nd, 2021
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Other Virtual
The Connecticut Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (CCEI) launched this program to support UConn-affiliated startup ideas as they work to validate the concept. In this five-week program participants will learn the key elements of the Business Model Canvas (BMC) and the lean startup methodology. Participants will engage in customer discovery efforts that will allow them to better understand the market they are entering and the value they plan to provide to key stakeholders in the process.
Fall Traction program dates:
Webinar 1- November 2, 2021 from 1-3pm
Webinar 2- November 9, 2021 from 1-3pm
Webinar 3- November 16, 2021 from 1-3pm
Webinar 4- November 30, 2021 from 1-3pm
Webinar 5- December 7, 2021 from 1-3pm
Applications are due October 22, 2021 at 11:59pm. Learn more and apply here: https://ccei.uconn.edu/programs/traction/ -
Oct
25
Wolff New Venture Competition 20215:00pm
Wolff New Venture Competition 2021
Monday, October 25th, 2021
05:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Other, Other tba
The Wolff New Venture Competition features live pitches by the top five entrepreneurial teams from the CCEI Summer Fellowship program, chosen on a basis of venture viability and value added to the market. A panel of venture experts decide which team deserves the Wolff Prize and the $20,000 accompanying it.
We invite you to join us at the Wolff New Venture Competition and watch the final pitches and see who leaves with the honors. The 2021 Wolff New Venture Competition will be held on October 25, 2021, from 5-7:30pm. This event is open to the public. You can learn more and RSVP here: https://ccei.uconn.edu/wolff-new-venture-competition/
This program is coordinated by the Connecticut Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (CCEI) at UConn. CCEI was founded in 2007, and is a focal point for entrepreneurial activity within the University. CCEI supports student, faculty, staff, and alumni entrepreneurs across all academic departments, schools, and colleges. -
Oct
26
Experience Innovation Expo1:30pm
Experience Innovation Expo
Tuesday, October 26th, 2021
01:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Storrs Campus Student Union Ballroom 3rd floor (SU 330 & 331)
The Experience Innovation Expo is an opportunity for UConn students to discover the wide range of programs, resources, and activities facilitating entrepreneurship, innovation, and creativity at the university. It is an experiential venue where students will have hands on opportunities to explore what's available to them. Students who have been involved with Werth Institute member offerings will showcase their results and provide their perspective and ideas to fellow students.
