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OUR PROGRAMS

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The Albers-SJIM Virtual Business Plan Competition

Students (virtually) come together from across the globe in collaboration to solve some of the worlds most pressing issues. 

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The Jones Idea Challenge

Work in reverse! A company pitches a problem to participating teams, and the teams work together to find a solution. Cash prizes are awarded to those who are the most successful.

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The Harriet Stephenson Business Plan Competition

One of the IEC's largest programs, the HSBPC provides a platform for all SU students and alumni to pitch their ideas and launch their businesses. 

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Jones Progress Awards

This rigorous SU alumni business accelerator turns goals into accomplishments by providing a solid infrastructure of grants, mentors, and connections.

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Family Business Exchange

FBX is a community of family business owners who gather to engage in education, networking, and professional development tailored specifically to their needs. 

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Founder Fridays

Learn from seasoned experts in the Seattle start-up community to hear stories, advice, and make connections.

The Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center Accelerates Entrepreneurial Leaders for the Common Good through a Suite of Competitions and Experiential Learning Opportunities. Created by Nils Gollersrud, Bridge MBA '20.

IEC Stories & News

Fall Founder Friday with Figurehead Brewing

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Learn about our fall kick-off speakers, Bob Monroe '10 and Jesse Warner '09, two co-founders from Figurehead Brewing and their secret to expansion in a competitive market.
Oct 10, 2023

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Announcing the 2023-24 Jones Progress Award Teams

2023-24 JPA Announcement

The SeattleU Innovation and Entrepreneurship center is excited to announce the 3 alumni-led business teams who have passed the rigorous application screening process and will be moving on to participate in this year’s Jones Progress Award accelerator program.
Oct 2, 2023

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2023 Jones Progress Award Winners

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Three alumni-led businesses completed the 6-month accelerator Jones Progress Awards program to win $10,000 each in seed funding
Jun 5, 2023

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Harriet Stephenson Business Plan Competition 2023 Winners

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Student- and Alumni-led teams take home over $40,000 in cash prizes at the 25th Annual Harriet Stephenson Business Plan Competition
Jun 2, 2023

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A Preview into The 12 Semi Finalists!

Showcasing the 12 Semi Finalists for the HSBPC, a prestigious business plan competition organized by Seattle University. The finalists will be selected from a pool of innovative and promising startup ideas submitted by student entrepreneurs. Read about each semi finalist's business idea, their motivation behind it, and the potential impact it could have in their respective industries.
May 5, 2023

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Because of you, we can do all that we do.

The Innovation and entrepreneurship Center relies on the generosity of its community to sustain its presence and to grow the entrepreneurial spirit in its students. There are more ways than one in contributing to the acceleration of our future entrepreneurial leaders; in whatever way you can, we greatly appreciate it! 

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IEC SPONSORS

John Meisenbach
JOHN MEISENBACH

Silver Sponsor

WEWORK LABS

Silver Sponsor

STORY FRUITION

Bronze Sponsor

Don Leuthold
IN MEMORY OF DON LEUTHOLD

Broze Sponsor

The Swilo Team
IN HONOR OF THE SWILO TEAM

Copper Sponsor

 

Have questions? Curious about any of the programs? Want to get involved? We are happy to chat with you! 

Please reach out to Peter Rowan directly via email (prowan@seattleu.edu).

Contact

Peter Rowan

Lawrence K. Johnson Endowed Chair of Entrepreneurship

prowan@seattleu.edu

Amelia Marckworth

Director of Community

marckwor@seattleu.edu