Startup Fest – Close School of Entrepreneurship

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At the StartUp Fest (LIVE), we’ll bring together hundreds of entrepreneurs virtually to discuss the challenges they’re facing and the solutions they’re seeking as they build companies for the future. Join us for three days of valuable insights and new connections with an influential group of change-makers and future building experts.

Day 1 - Oct 27

10:00AM–4:00PM

Networking

Speed networking with other attendees for 5 minutes. Give it a try and meet a mentor, co-founder or a new friend!

10:00AM–11:00AM

Improv Icebreaker

Interactive improv-style icebreaker focused on solving a real-world problem. Come join or just watch the fun!

10:00AM–2:00PM

Mentoring “Office Hours”

Meet with experienced entrepreneurs and professionals ready to help you with your startup.

12:00PM–1:00PM

Keynote & Panel – Perseverance In The Age Of COVID-19

Hear from experienced entrepreneurs pivoted due to COVID-19. Learn about the challenges they faced and how they persevered to overcome them and forge ahead.

2:00PM–3:00PM

Baiada Institute Virtual Tour & Entrepreneur Q&A

4:00PM–5:00PM

Video Pitch Competition

Come to watch some fun pitch videos and vote on your favorites!

Day 2 - Oct 28

10:00AM–11:00AM

Interactive Exercise

Fun interactive exercise featuring some of our Proving Ground entrepreneurs.

10:00AM–6:00PM

Proving Ground

The Proving Ground is an interactive look at Drexel entrepreneurs in action. Join us on Instagram @provinggroundpopup

10:00AM–2:00PM

Mentoring “Office Hours”

Meet with experienced entrepreneurs and professionals ready to help you with your startup.

12:00PM–1:00PM

Keynote & Panel – Making A Difference Today

What are entrepreneurs doing today to help those in need and working to make a big difference in the world. Hear from entrepreneurs who are making a difference!

2:00PM–3:00PM

Drexel Entrepreneurs – Live Interviews

Hear from Drexel entrepreneurs in the trenches working on amazing product, service and non-profit ventures.

4:00PM–5:00PM

Idea “Fast Pitch” Competition

Pitch your idea live and win $500!

Day 3 - Oct 29

10:00AM–11:00AM

Entrepreneur Quizzo

Come join a fun interactive Quizzo style game.

10:00AM–2:00PM

Mentoring “Office Hours”

Meet with experienced entrepreneurs and professionals ready to help you with your startup.

12:00PM–1:00PM

Keynote & Panel – The Future

What’s ahead for entrepreneurs and what exciting new ideas and technologies are the big opportunities for the coming years?

2:00PM–3:30PM

Baiada Incubator Competition

3:30PM–4:00PM

Competition Judgment & Evaluation

4:00PM–5:00PM

Incubator Competition Awards Announcement

The detailed tracks and conference schedule is being prepared and will be released soon.

Entrepreneurs from different industries and verticals are expected to be in attendance in a number of roles including exhibitors, students, speakers, and roundtables.