Entrepreneur Idol Classes (open to public)
Thursday, October 23rd, 2008Entrepreneur Idol Class Series I
Saturday, October 18th, 2008 5:30pm, ITW Room, Ford Building
“How to build a business model” - Eric Olson from Portage Ventures will guide you through the first steps of building a successful venture.
Entrepreneur Idol Class Series II
Sunday, October 26th 2008, 5:30pm, ITW Room, Ford Building
“Intellectual property - Protect your Idea!” - IP Lawyer Bob Brill from the law firm of Wood Phillips will instruct and guide on the best ways to protect your new venture.
Entrepreneur Idol Class Series III
November 1st, 5:30pm ,ITW room Ford Building
“Finance Workshop” - Bhavan Suri, Manager at William Blair.
Seasoned entrepreneur and finance expert Bhavan Suri will teach you how to build a five year financial projection and other tips to build the financial basis of your strt-up.
Entrepreneur Idol Class Series IV
November 8th, 5:30pm ,ITW room Ford Building
“Sell ice to Eskimos – with a good pitch” - Michael Marasco, Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Learn from the pros how to sell your idea and practice your elevator pitch for the Entrepreneur Idol Competition.