Radford University Celebrates National Entrepreneurship Week

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 ANNOUNCEMENT


Radford University Celebrates National Entrepreneurship Week


Radford, VA, February 10, 2024


Radford University is thrilled to announce National Entrepreneurship Week with a series of events designed to foster innovation and highlight the entrepreneurial spirit of its students. This Spring, 2024 initiative underscores Radford's commitment to cultivating a vibrant entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystem.


National Entrepreneurship Week

Date and Time: Monday, February 12th – Friday, February 17th

Location: Various Locations - Venture Lab & Online

Details: Hosted by Radford University’s Venture Lab. Includes activities like a Speed Networking Social, Fireside Chat, Innovation Challenge Kickoff webinar, and a special social media campaign.

Participation: Open to students, highlighting student entrepreneurship.



  • Monday - Truist Innovation Challenge Kickoff Webinar Release 

Date and Time: Monday, February 12th, 5 PM | Location: Recorded Online

Details: Online event to discuss the details of the innovation challenge.

Participation: Targeted at students interested in entrepreneurship across all programs of 

study.. Students can learn about entrepreneurship without the pressure of launching until 

they are ready.  Click here to request access to the webinar.  



  • Tuesday - JVG Ignite Competition & Innovation Breakfast

Date and Time: Tuesday, February 13th, 9 AM | Location: Venture Lab

Details: JVG  hosts a high-school startup competition.

Participation: Invitation Only | See Professor Andy Travers





  • Wednesday - Fireside Chat: Loving Leadership - A Conversation with VL’s Director 

Date and Time: Wednesday, February 14th, 3:30 PM | Location: Venture Lab

Details: A casual event for sharing experiences and insights about entrepreneurship.

Participation: Open to participants of entrepreneurship week.



  • Thursday - RUBusiness 1st Annual Speed Networking Event

Date and Time: Thursday, February 15th, 12:30 PM | Location: KH340

Details: Hosted by the Venture Lab and Classes from the Management and Marketing Departments his event provides a platform for business students to build professional networks.



Check out more entrepreneurial events in Spring, 2024:

Truist IdeaFest Poster Event

Submission Deadline: Tuesday, March 26th, Midnight

Poster Display Dates: Monday, April 8th – Friday, April 12th | Location: Kyle Hall 1st & 2nd Floor

Details: This is an opportunity for students to showcase their entrepreneurial ideas and get feedback.

Participation: Faculty are encouraged to make participation mandatory or offer it as homework/extra credit.  Students registered to participate in the Truist Innovation Challenge can participate in IdeaFest.


Truist Innovation Challenge Final Pitch (INNO24)

Date and Time: Friday, April 19th, 2pm-4pm | Location: KH340

Details: Students present entrepreneurial solutions and compete for $10,000 in prizes.

Participation: Students can register via the provided form. Faculty to encourage attendance and support. Prize money of $10,000 is split evenly across tracks.  Join us as we celebrate the spirit of entrepreneurship and the bright future of Radford University.  This event is open to all students, faculty, alumni, business, government, and community leaders.  Click here to register for the competition.  


Attention Entrepreneurial Alumni:  Radford University invites our entrepreneurial alumni and business leaders to engage with the Venture Lab and enrich our students' educational journey. Opportunities include mentoring, speaking at events, and collaborating on innovation projects. Your expertise is invaluable to fostering the next generation of Radford entrepreneurs. Please express your interest through our brief engagement form. Thank you for considering this opportunity to contribute to Radford's vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem.


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Radford University, a premier university in Virginia, is recognized for its academic excellence and commitment to innovation. With a history spanning over a century, Radford provides students with transformative experiences that combine education with real-world applications.  Venture Lab is a space where ideas come to life. Housed in the Davis School of Business and Economics at Radford University, Venture Lab is designed to both connect students to innovative opportunities and counsel students as they formalize, develop, and strengthen innovation efforts.  Notably, it’s also a critical building block for the entrepreneurship program within the business management major. 


Contact Information:

For more information, please contact: Dr. Samantha Steidle, Venture Lab Director

Radford University | Davis College of Business and Economics

Email: ssteidle@radford.edu and/or mlrice1@radford.edu

Text: (540) 397-4372

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