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Upcoming Events
The Next Two Weeks
- Location:
- McCoy Hall, Room 119; 119
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Darren Smith
Department of Management
darren.smith@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College of Business
Steve Baskin
Owner, Camp Pinnacle
Each fall and spring semester, the McCoy College of Business invites accomplished entrepreneurs and business leaders to speak with students enrolled in the Studies in Entrepreneurship (MGT 3360) course. As part of this speaker series, students gain personal insights into entrepreneurship as the guest speakers describe their accomplishments, share stories about their career path, and offer recommendations for growth and success.
Although the speaker series is intended for students enrolled in MGT 3360, we are able to accommodate special guests on certain occasions. If you are interested in attending a presentation, complete our guest registration form via the link below.
Full schedule, biographies, and registration:
» Studies in Entrepreneurship
Owner, Camp Pinnacle
Each fall and spring semester, the McCoy College of Business invites accomplished entrepreneurs and business leaders to speak with students enrolled in the Studies in Entrepreneurship (MGT 3360) course. As part of this speaker series, students gain personal insights into entrepreneurship as the guest speakers describe their accomplishments, share stories about their career path, and offer recommendations for growth and success.
Although the speaker series is intended for students enrolled in MGT 3360, we are able to accommodate special guests on certain occasions. If you are interested in attending a presentation, complete our guest registration form via the link below.
Full schedule, biographies, and registration:
» Studies in Entrepreneurship
- Location:
- Zoom session. Register via link in description.
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Jackie Ojeda
McCoy College of Business
jackieojeda@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College of Business
Take the first step toward your professional future by joining our prospective student information session for the Texas State University McCoy College of Business MBA. During this session, we will break down the application process, including a review of GPA requirements, the two required essays, and GMAT/GRE waiver criteria for qualified candidates. You will learn about the distinct advantages of our Full-Time Cohort, Online MBA and Flex MBA options, as well as critical upcoming deadlines. We will also discuss scholarship opportunities and provide a roadmap for submitting a competitive application that aligns with McCoy College’s standards of excellence.
» Register for Zoom Info Session Click here for more information
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- Location:
- CIE Gathering Space | Alkek 3rd Floor; 3rd Floor | CIE Gathering Space
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator | Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | Alkek Library 350F - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Sales isn’t just about closing deals—it’s about building relationships, understanding customer needs, and communicating value with confidence.
Join Derrek Schartz from the Texas State Sales Center for an interactive workshop designed to sharpen your sales skills and help you connect with customers more effectively—whether you're selling a product, service, or even yourself.
In this workshop, you’ll learn how to:
Come ready to engage, practice, and level up your sales strategy with expert insight from two seasoned sales educators.
Join Derrek Schartz from the Texas State Sales Center for an interactive workshop designed to sharpen your sales skills and help you connect with customers more effectively—whether you're selling a product, service, or even yourself.
In this workshop, you’ll learn how to:
- Understand your customer’s mindset and tailor your pitch
- Build trust and handle objections with ease
- Develop a sales process that fits your business model
- Improve your communication and persuasion techniques
Come ready to engage, practice, and level up your sales strategy with expert insight from two seasoned sales educators.
- Location:
- LBJ Mall; Between LBJ & Alkek Library
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Regina Bautista
Bobcat Bazaar Manager
ukm19@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Are you a TXST student entrepreneur looking for a place to sell your products on campus? Do you want to support Bobcat-owned businesses?
Join us at the Bobcat Bazaar, a pop-up marketplace dedicated to showcasing student-run businesses. Whether you’re selling or shopping, this is the perfect opportunity to:
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Join us at the Bobcat Bazaar, a pop-up marketplace dedicated to showcasing student-run businesses. Whether you’re selling or shopping, this is the perfect opportunity to:
- Connect with other entrepreneurial students
- Promote your brand
- Gain new customers
- Make sales
- Location:
- The Square, San Marcos, TX 78666
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator | Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | Alkek Library 350F - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Student Made Texas State is excited to join the Art Squared Arts Market, a juried open‑air event featuring local artists, live music, kids’ activities, and creative demonstrations at the San Marcos Downtown Square.
Come shop unique, student‑made products and support emerging Bobcat creators as they showcase their work alongside talented makers from across the community Click here for more information
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Come shop unique, student‑made products and support emerging Bobcat creators as they showcase their work alongside talented makers from across the community Click here for more information
- Location:
- STAR Park
3055 Hunter Road
San Marcos, TX 78666-4684 - Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Kendall Perkinson
CIE Program Coordinator
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | (512) 408-9988 - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
The Bobcat Innovation Challenge will culminate on Saturday, April 11, from 1–3 PM at STAR Park, where this year’s finalists will present their tech‑driven ventures to a panel of judges, industry experts, and community partners.
Throughout the competition, students have strengthened their ideas through mentorship, prototype development, and business‑model coaching, gaining the confidence and support needed to move toward launch, investment, and long‑term success.
Final Pitch Day showcases the culmination of that work, celebrating bold innovation and entrepreneurial spirit as teams compete for $2,000 for 1st place, $1,500 for 2nd, $1,000 for 3rd, $500 for 4th, and $250 for 5th. Click here for more information
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Throughout the competition, students have strengthened their ideas through mentorship, prototype development, and business‑model coaching, gaining the confidence and support needed to move toward launch, investment, and long‑term success.
Final Pitch Day showcases the culmination of that work, celebrating bold innovation and entrepreneurial spirit as teams compete for $2,000 for 1st place, $1,500 for 2nd, $1,000 for 3rd, $500 for 4th, and $250 for 5th. Click here for more information
- Location:
- CIE Gathering Space | Alkek 3rd; 3rd Floor | CIE Gathering Space
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator | Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | Alkek Library 350F - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
The Founder’s Financial Toolkit: Pricing, Profits & Possibilities is an advanced workshop designed to help founders understand the financial numbers that drive real business decisions.
Participants will learn how to read and use balance sheets, cash flow statements, and income statements to set smart pricing, evaluate profitability, and plan for growth.
This session focuses on practical interpretation—not accounting theory—giving founders the confidence to make informed, strategic decisions using their financial data.
Participants will learn how to read and use balance sheets, cash flow statements, and income statements to set smart pricing, evaluate profitability, and plan for growth.
This session focuses on practical interpretation—not accounting theory—giving founders the confidence to make informed, strategic decisions using their financial data.
- Location:
- Sewell Park Outdoor Center
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator | Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | Alkek Library 350F - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Student Made Texas State is excited to be part of River Fest, Texas State’s annual end‑of‑year celebration at Sewell Park featuring live music, programming, and a vibrant student‑focused festival atmosphere.
Come stop by, explore student‑made products, and support Bobcat creators as thousands of TXST students come together for one of the biggest campus events of the year. Click here for more information
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Come stop by, explore student‑made products, and support Bobcat creators as thousands of TXST students come together for one of the biggest campus events of the year. Click here for more information
- Location:
- 200 Springtown Way, San Marcos, TX 78666
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator | Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | Alkek Library 350F - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Student Made Texas State is popping up at Fresco, the fresh Latin‑inspired salad and grain bowl spot near campus known for its customizable, healthy meals made with high‑quality ingredients.
Come shop student‑made goods while grabbing a delicious bowl at one of San Marcos’ favorite fast‑casual restaurants. Click here for more information
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Come shop student‑made goods while grabbing a delicious bowl at one of San Marcos’ favorite fast‑casual restaurants. Click here for more information
The McCoy College of Business at Texas State University is accredited by the the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). For more than a century, AACSB accreditation has been synonymous with the highest standards in business education. Additionally, McCoy College's Department of Accounting holds AACSB accreditation, which requires the satisfaction of a supplemental set of standards. Fewer than 200 universities worldwide earn accreditations in both business and accounting.