Beyond the Pitch: Founders’ Journeys

Welcome to Beyond the Pitch: Founders’ Journeys, an inspiring series of events that bring together accomplished founders to share their remarkable journeys in building successful businesses. Join us for an evening of insightful conversations, where our esteemed speakers will delve into the challenges, triumphs, and pivotal moments that shaped their entrepreneurial paths. This event is designed to empower and enlighten students, offering invaluable lessons that can guide them on their own entrepreneurial journeys.

Spring Speakers are yet to be announced. Keep an eye out, you won't want to miss them!

Fall 2024 Speakers

Meg Ferrigno

For the second event in our Startup Stories: Learning with Experts series this semester join Meg Ferrigno as she recounts starting her business Moon Pads. Learn about how creating a business can serve people with specific needs while being mindful of the planet. We are so excited to learn from Meg and get inspired to make a change!

Maya Madsen

Join us for our third and final event in the Startup Stories: Learning with Experts series this semester. Maya Madsen of Maya's Cookies (right here in North City!) will share her story of starting and building her successful business. Maya's Cookies was voted America's #1 Black-owned gourmet, vegan cookie company in 2022. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about the highs and lows of running your own business while being able to ask questions and network.

Enriching Conversations

Discover the stories behind successful businesses, learn from the challenges others have overcome, and leave inspired to take on your own entrepreneurial journey. Don't miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow. We look forward to seeing you at the Startup Stories events!