Entrepreneurship

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

Nov 8, 2021

NC State Jenkins MBA Announces 2021 McLauchlan Leadership Fellows

The new McLauchlan Fellows will complete the McLauchlan Leadership Series during the spring 2022 semester. Jenkins MBA students across the full-time, professional evening and professional online programs are eligible to apply for the competitive leadership development program.

Nov 4, 2021

From Banker to Food Entrepreneur: Jim Millican Finds His Passion

When Jim Millican graduated North Carolina State University in 1983 with a degree in economics and business management, becoming an entrepreneur was still considered the road less traveled by most.

Oct 25, 2021

A Head Start: Poole Entrepreneurship Alum Shares Impact of the Program in the Real World

For many entrepreneurs, the sale of their first company is a reason to celebrate. For Poole College alumnus Ryan O’Donnell, who graduated in 2015 with a Bachelor of Science in business administration, entrepreneurship concentration, having that company be one you launched as a senior in college makes it especially meaningful.

Oct 5, 2021

Startup Stories: Randy Ramsey, Founder, Jarrett Bay Boatworks

When many dreamed of becoming a firefighter, dancer or police officer, Randy Ramsey knew he wanted to become a charter boat captain.

Jul 16, 2021

Meet the Newest Startups Heading to the Andrews Launch Accelerator

Poole College of Management’s Andrews Launch Accelerator (ALA) program helps selected startups get off the ground with funding, resources and guidance.

Apr 15, 2021

Andrews Launch Accelerator Start-Up WAAM Finds New Home in The St. James

Andrews Launch Accelerator graduate Karly Pavlinac was approached by executives at The St. James, a sports and wellness destination, to acquire her app, We Are A Movement (WAAM).

Jul 28, 2020

Biltmore Farms and Biltmore Estate look to NC State Entrepreneurship Clinic to Study Future Opportunities for Their Famous Jersey Herd

The NC State Entrepreneurship Clinic works to provide Biltmore Farms with new dairy operations that preserve the family’s historic commitment to sustainability.

Jul 8, 2020

NC State’s New Venture Studio Gives Students Entrepreneurship Experience

NC State’s new program, Venture Studio, provides Poole College of Management students with valuable hands-on entrepreneurship experience.

Jul 1, 2020

Mission-Minded: A Spotlight on Andrews Launch Accelerator Startup

Poole College undergraduate student and participant of the Andrews Launch Accelerator serves coffee, with a cause.

Jun 22, 2020

Simpliworks: A Spotlight on Andrews Launch Accelerator Startup

Poole College alum joins forces with Andrews Launch Accelerator to help Amazon sellers automatically launch scalable advertising campaigns – in just three simple steps.