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Entrepreneurship

Stories about faculty, staff and students’ involvement in/success with entrepreneurship

Students Harris and Funderburk presenting their iOme Challenge paper

Jul 13, 2026

Poole Student Team Wins National Retirement Policy Competition

Stepping outside of their comfort zones led a team of Poole students to national recognition in the 2026 iOme Challenge.
Haley Huie holding a microphone

Jun 4, 2026

New ‘Founder Bootcamp’ Gives NC State Students a Startup Roadmap

Funded by an HIE mini-grant, Haley Huie's Founder Bootcamp will help entrepreneurs launch their businesses.

The belltower against a blue and cloudy sky

May 22, 2026

Poole Alum Gabe Huntsman Part of 2026 Miller Fellowship Cohort

Over the next six months, he will receive funding and mentorship to take his business to the next level.

people talking at tables

May 12, 2026

From Guidance to Growth: How Mentorship Transformed the NC State Experience for a Student and an Alum

At NC State, the Innovation and Entrepreneurship (IE) Mentorship Program helps students during this time by connecting them with alumni who have navigated similar challenges.
Arianna Minzoni in a lab

May 12, 2026

From Lab to Market: Arianna Minzoni’s Multidisciplinary Journey in Gene Therapy Innovation

Ph.D. candidate Arianna Minzoni reflects on her journey combining science and business as she graduates from the TEC program.
Juliana Romero-Cortes sitting on steps holding a grad cap

Apr 30, 2026

From Raleigh Roots to Global Routes: Juliana Romero-Cortes’ Entrepreneurial Journey

Juliana Romero-Cortes, a Poole College of Management student graduating in May 2026, reflects on her journey at NC State.
Graham Casey playing saxophone in marching band

Apr 28, 2026

The Power Sound of Entrepreneurship: Graham Casey’s Exciting Journey at NC State

Graham Casey, a graduating senior from the Poole College of Management, sat down to reflect on his time at NC State.
Kayla Shimer smiling in a red graduation hat

Apr 28, 2026

Designing Her Own Success: Kaya Shimer’s Road to Graduation

Kaya Shimer, a business entrepreneurship minor graduating in May 2026, reflects on her journey at NC State.
Accounting nonprofit practicum students

Apr 21, 2026

Putting Accounting Skills to Work for the Community

Through the HIE mini-grant program, faculty member Mary Newman is expanding hands-on learning with an accounting nonprofit practicum that connects students with organizations across North Carolina to solve real-world problems.
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Feb 3, 2026

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