Breaking into the business world is difficult, and it’s even more challenging when you’re a student attempting to juggle coursework with college life. A new program organized by Illinois State’s Multicultural Center hopes to empower students with resources to become confident college entrepreneurs.
Graduating Redbird Aneel Gillan is used to running—and winning. This fall, he earned first place at Illinois State University’s Startup Showcase for VRtual Playbook.
At its heart, the George R. and Martha Means Center for Entrepreneurial Studies at Illinois State University seeks to foster entrepreneurship through teaching, impactful outreach programs, and research, according to Avimanyu Datta, Ph.D.
For as long as he can remember, Zach Mroczkowski ’17 has been an entrepreneur.
Avimanyu Datta, Ph.D., has been named the new director of the George R. and Martha Means Center for Entrepreneurial Studies.
The George R. and Martha Means Center for Entrepreneurial Studies at Illinois State University is dedicated to helping students get business ideas off the ground and, thanks to an alumni endowment, is equipped to provide financial assistance for young entrepreneurs.
Each fall, the George R. and Martha Means Center for Entrepreneurial Studies invites entrepreneurial-minded students of all disciplines to spotlight their innovative business ideas and compete for funds to get their concepts off the ground through the Startup Showcase.
The George R. and Martha Means Center for Entrepreneurial Studies in partnership with the Kingston Wealth Management Group, recognizes two special people each year for their entrepreneurial accomplishments. The Kingston Wealth Management Group Entrepreneur of the Year Award honors a member of the local business community whose long-term achievements reflect a dedication to the spirit and practice
A partnership between Illinois State University and the Bloomington-Normal Angel Investor Network draws together innovation and capital investment.
The William and Nancy Yarger Entrepreneurial Support Fund helps students who demonstrate a viable business model and possess the initiative and passion to make their business thrive.
