Venture Devils

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

5 Action Steps to Build A Business Right in the Phoenix West Valley

February 14, 2022

When launching a new idea, it can be easy to get overwhelmed. Our Peoria Forward team has worked with local ecosystem resource providers in the West Valley to create a

Benefits of Using the Just Start Guidebook

December 22, 2021

Have you ever been intrigued by the thought of “being your own boss”? Do you aspire to make a difference in the world? Are you the type of person who

2021 Holiday Gift Guide: Support Entrepreneurs from the Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute

December 9, 2021

Still working on your holiday gift list? Let us help with ideas! Consider supporting an entrepreneur looking to delight your loved ones this season with their goods and services. This

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

When Arts and Entrepreneurship Intersect

September 10, 2021

At the J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship and Innovation Institute, we believe that all artists are naturally entrepreneurial in their craft. Artists produce, create, compose, and seek opportunities in spaces that

Circular Economy Considerations in Developing Your Venture

May 12, 2021

Have you ever repurposed a plastic bag from the grocery store as a liner for your trashcan?  Yeah? That’s great!  That is just one step you can take to extend

Celebratory image with caps and pitchforks in honor of ASU graduates

Celebrating our Edson E+I notable spring 2021 graduates

May 3, 2021

It’s a big day at Arizona State University. It’s graduation day for our spring 2021 graduates! Please join us in celebrating the spring 2021 notable graduates from the J. Orin

PhD student’s research inspires a newfound entrepreneurial interest

March 31, 2021

Identifying as an entrepreneur wasn’t something Mariana Lopes experienced until she was well into her PhD studies at ASU. With both a Masters degree and PhD in Civil, Environmental and