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A speaker presents to a group of attendees at an entrepreneurship event. As our year-long celebration of the J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute's fifth anniversary comes to a close, we're reflecting not only on the milestone itself, but also on the impact made possible through one visionary investment in the future of entrepreneurship.

Five Years of Expanding Opportunity: Celebrating the J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute

August 25, 2026

In September 2020, Arizona State University proudly named the J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute in recognition of J. Orin Edson’s transformational endowed gift and his longstanding commitment to

Back to School: Building a Creator Mindset in the Classroom

August 18, 2026

Picture a school makerspace, robotics lab or innovation hub at the beginning of a new year. The bins are organized, the robotics kits are charged and the 3D printer is

How to Market Your Creative Work Authentically 

August 11, 2026

There‘s an inherent tension between creativity and marketing yourself as a creative professional. Traditional entrepreneurship teaches that you create value by solving problems and listening to your audience’s needs.  Yet

Meet the Mentors: Expert Advice and How to Choose the Right Startup Mentor

July 22, 2026

Behind every founder and innovator, there is a network of people who open doors, challenge assumptions and help turn uncertainty into momentum. At ASU’s J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation

Beyond Sponsorships: How NIL Gives College Athletes a Head Start in Entrepreneurship

July 14, 2026

When most people hear “NIL,” the acronym for Name, Image and Likeness, a legal framework that allows college athletes to make money off of their personal brand, they picture a

AI in K–12: Preparing Future Innovators, Inventors and Entrepreneurs

July 7, 2026

AI is already part of the world our students experience every day, and this is our chance to guide what their future looks like as the landscape evolves.  This new

Essential Digital Marketing Tips for New Businesses and First‑Time Founders

July 1, 2026

Why do some new businesses gain traction quickly while others struggle to get noticed? Often, it comes down to understanding a few key digital marketing basics.  Whether you’re launching a

How Middle School Problem‑Solving and Iteration Sparks Confidence and Innovation

June 9, 2026

At Armstrong Middle School in Philadelphia, students in the Verizon Innovative Learning Lab program are learning that, when it comes to innovation, failure is part of the fun. This spring,

How to Choose the Best Summer Internship for Aspiring Startup Founders

April 15, 2026

For many students, a summer internship is seen as a resume booster or simply a way to gain industry exposure. But if you’re interested in entrepreneurship or starting your own