Fostering Innovation and the Growth of Entrepreneurship
Event Information
About this event
Discussion with:
- Patti Glaza, Managing Director, ID Ventures
- Kelly Sexton, Associate Vice President for Research, Technology Transfer and Innovation Partnerships, University of Michigan
- Dug Song, Co-Founder and General Manager, Duo Security at Cisco
Presented by EntryPoint and moderated by Emily Heintz, Founder and Managing Director
Description:
Join Patti Glaza, Kelly Sexton and Dug Song for a discussion on fostering innovation and the growth of entrepreneurship! The discussion, hosted by EntryPoint, will explore ways the community can better nurture startups (through policy, programs and culture shift), the impact of COVID-19 on the tech community, how we can build a more inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem, significant events that have shaped the startup community in the Ann Arbor region and advice for people thinking about starting their own companies.
This conversation stems from EntryPoint’s 2020 Ann Arbor Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Report. The report, which will be released on August 17, 2020, provides a comprehensive analysis of the high-tech community in Washtenaw County, one of the main hubs of startup growth in the Midwest.
Organizer EntryPoint
Organizer of Fostering Innovation and the Growth of Entrepreneurship
EntryPoint is a research institution that aims to promote entrepreneurship across the Midwest. The organization believes that the best research takes a holistic approach to data acquisition and analysis, and as such, seeks to build meaningful partnerships with corporations, community foundations, entrepreneurial support organizations, and other groups. Working in tandem with these partners, EntryPoint develops comprehensive research reports that deliver insights on strengths and challenges facing companies, communities, and the broader region. Research findings are used to design and implement effective programs to promote entrepreneurship by fostering an inclusive culture, expanding networks, and facilitating education and advocacy. EntryPoint is a registered 501(c)(3) organization. To learn more, visit www.entrypointmi.com or follow us on social media @EntryPointMI.
