Discover Your Path to Success at Entrepreneur Lab

Published: September 13, 2024

Welcome to Entrepreneur Lab: Your Gateway to Innovation

Calling all innovators, creators, hustlers, and entrepreneurs! College of Western Idaho (CWI) is excited invite you to the Entrepreneur Lab — a new initiative dedicated to empowering and resourcing the entrepreneurial spirit within our campus and community. Whether you are in the inception stage of a groundbreaking idea or seeking to expand an established business, Entrepreneur Lab is here to support you.

Join us for the Kickoff Event where we will unveil the brand-new Entrepreneur Lab space with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 2 p.m.

Event Details

Thursday, Oct. 10

2 – 5 p.m. 

Nampa Campus Micron Education Center (NMEC), room 100B

Ribbon Cutting: 2 p.m. 

Why Entrepreneur Lab?

At Entrepreneur Lab, our mission is to provide meaningful support and hands-on experiences for entrepreneurs at all stages of their journey. Whether you're a student with a passion for innovation, an inventor with an exciting prototype, or a newly established business owner looking to thrive in today's market, we offer the connections, guidance, and opportunities you need to succeed.

Explore Our Resources and Programs

  • Cohorts: Dive into our structured cohorts designed to guide you from idea conception to business launch and beyond. Benefit from expert mentorship, practical workshops, and a supportive community of peers.
  • Events: Immerse yourself in a calendar full of enriching events, from hands-on workshops and guest speaker sessions featuring successful local entrepreneurs to a culminating pitch competition.
  • Community Connections: Connect with like-minded individuals and industry leaders who share your passion for entrepreneurship. Forge valuable relationships that can propel your ideas and ventures forward.

What to Expect at the Kickoff Event 

  • Meet the Team: Engage with our dedicated Entrepreneur Lab team who are committed to supporting your entrepreneurial journey with personalized guidance and support.
  • Networking Opportunities: Expand your network and build relationships with current students, faculty, alumni, local businesses, and community members who are all integral parts of our thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Join Us in Shaping the Future

We hope that the Entrepreneur Lab will be more than just a physical space — it will be a dynamic community of forward-thinkers and trailblazers who are redefining entrepreneurship in our region. Whether you're driven by a passion for innovation, a desire to make a difference, or a dream of building something extraordinary, Entrepreneur Lab is your launchpad to success.

RSVP Today

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to be part of something truly transformative. RSVP now to secure your spot at our Kickoff Event on Oct. 10. Come celebrate with us, network with industry experts, and ignite your business journey with Entrepreneur Lab.

RSVP

Get Involved, Get Inspired

Join us at Entrepreneur Lab and embark on a journey where your ideas are empowered, your aspirations are supported, and your entrepreneurial spirit thrives. Together, let's build a vibrant community of innovators who are shaping the future of entrepreneurship at CWI.

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