Inclusion

AAPI Women Entrepreneurs Share Their Insights on the Intersection of Mental Health and Heritage
May 19, 2023
Written by: Italia Caro, Vanessa Pablo-Jones, and Melissa Tung Did you know that 72% of entrepreneurs reported experiencing mental health challenges according to research conducted in 2020 by the US

Honoring Black History Month: 3 Founders’ Perspectives
February 21, 2022
In honor of Black History Month, we’re spotlighting three outstanding individuals currently in the Venture Devils program including Venture Devils Founder of Conscious Gear, Charlotte Bowens, Venture Mentors, and seasoned

Our Journey in Customer Discovery: An Entrepreneurial Approach to Venture Development
September 27, 2021
A valuable lesson in an entrepreneur’s journey is the pivot, the willingness to respond to feedback while persistently iterating to meet rapidly changing needs. Sometimes we anticipate how we’ll progress

Pitch In: A community event to pitch your idea, get real-time feedback
September 27, 2021
Have an idea but not sure how to propel it forward? Want comments, direction and real-time feedback from other business owners and entrepreneurs in the community? Come join us at

Championing English Language Learners in STEM
June 1, 2021
This post is written by Sandra Castro, a Program Coordinator for the J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute’s Youth Entrepreneurship team. In her role, Sandra provides support to middle

Understanding group development and personalities to build a team
October 23, 2020
We invited Edson alum and new Venture Mentor, Eric Walker, to give his insight on team development, why it’s important, and how it can have a big impact with your

Next Gen Summit Trip: Day 1 Intros, Networking, and Dinner With Emerging Founders
June 9, 2018
By Ethan NaluzFollow Relentlessly Curious Next Gen Summit Trip: Day 1 Intros, Networking, and Dinner With Emerging Founders Hopping on the NYC train station for the first time Today was full of exactly

Local entrepreneur starts grant to give back to other startups
March 5, 2018
Tisha Marie Pelletier, a serial entrepreneur, is hoping to give another startup a shot with the help of her Startup Business Grant. Tisha Marie Pelletier is familiar with how difficult it

Venture Devil Highlight: Bravo Tip or Pay
October 27, 2017
Q+A with BRAVO Founder, Maria Luna What was the inspiration for creating BRAVO?Bravo, “Tip or Pay” provides a unique fintech solution to artists, service industry professionals and micro-merchants who often miss