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Ignite 3.0 — 2 Day Entrepreneurship Workshop
Friday – Saturday,
–
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator | Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | Alkek Library 350J - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Ignite 3.0 is an annual two-day workshop designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of entrepreneurship. Whether you have a business idea or are simply curious about the startup world, this immersive experience offers a practical and engaging entry point into launching a venture.
Over the course of two days, participants will:
Over the course of two days, participants will:
- Develop and prototype innovative ideas
- Identify customer needs and analyze the competitive landscape
- Explore sourcing, distribution, pricing, and cost structures
- Gain insight into potential funding opportunities
- Location:
- McCoy Hall, Room 119; 119
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Josh Daspit
Department of Management
josh.daspit@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College of Business
Brian McCoy
Board Chair, McCoy’s Building Supply
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
Board Chair, McCoy’s Building Supply
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:
- CIE Gathering Space, Alkek 3rd Floor
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator | Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | Alkek Library 350F - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Starting a business is exciting—but navigating the legal landscape can be daunting.
Join attorney Kathleen A. Mendoza for an interactive workshop designed to demystify the legal essentials every entrepreneur should know.
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
Join attorney Kathleen A. Mendoza for an interactive workshop designed to demystify the legal essentials every entrepreneur should know.
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
- Choose the right legal structure for your business
- Protect your intellectual property and brand
- Understand key contract terms and negotiation tips
- Avoid common legal mistakes that can cost you later
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator | Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | Alkek Library 350F - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Are you a small business owner at TXST looking for a place to sell on campus? Look no further, we host events to promote your work. The Bobcat Bazaar Markets is a pop-up market for our very own TXST entrepreneurs.
Whether you're selling handmade goods, vintage clothing, or something else you want to bring to the TXST community, you can have your very own spot at the LBJ Mall, located in between LBJ and Alkek.
Join us for the perfect chance to meet other entrepreneurial students just like you, promote your small business, gain new customers, and make sales! Click here for more information
more about event
Whether you're selling handmade goods, vintage clothing, or something else you want to bring to the TXST community, you can have your very own spot at the LBJ Mall, located in between LBJ and Alkek.
Join us for the perfect chance to meet other entrepreneurial students just like you, promote your small business, gain new customers, and make sales! Click here for more information
- Location:
- Zoom
Email Dr. Yao-Yu Chih for the zoom link information - Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Yao-Yu Chih
Department of Finance and Economics
y_c66@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College of Business
Learn more about the Master of Science in Quantitative Finance and Economics (MSQFE) program during this online information session. Attendees will learn about the program curriculum, career path options, program costs, scholarship opportunities and the application process.
» Register for Zoom Info Session Click here for more information
more about event
» Register for Zoom Info Session Click here for more information
- Location:
- Zoom session. Register via link in description.
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Gail Zank
Department of Marketing
gailzank@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College of Business
Wondering if graduate school is right for you? Interested in developing your career in market research and analytics? Come learn about the Master of Science in Marketing Research and Analysis (MSMRA) program and how to apply!
» Register for Zoom Info Session Click here for more information
more about event
» Register for Zoom Info Session Click here for more information
- Location:
- Online via Zoom
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Kasey Martin
Department of Accounting
kasey.martin@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- Department of Accounting
Learn more about our Master of Accountancy (MAcy) and M.S. in Accounting and Information Technology (MSAIT) from director Dr. Kasey Martin, advisor Laurie Brown, and recruiter Bruce Howard as they discuss reasons you should pursue your MAcy or MSAIT degree, program curricula, application process, CPA educational requirements, the internship process, and career paths.
» Register for Zoom Access
» Register for Zoom Access
- Location:
- McCoy Hall 127; 127
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Felisha Fontenot
Center for Professional Sales
McCoy College of Business
f_f53@txtstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- The Center for Professional Sales
This workshop-style event is designed to provide industry leaders with a platform to share valuable insights, professional expertise, and real-world experiences with our sales students. Featuring: LPL Financial.
- Location:
- CIE Gathering Space, Alkek 3rd floor
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator | Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | Alkek Library 350F - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Every great idea needs the right resources to take off—and funding is often the first big hurdle for entrepreneurs.
In this workshop, we’ll explore the full spectrum of funding options available to early-stage founders, including banking, crowdfunding, friends & family, angel investors, and venture capital.
You’ll learn how to:
Don’t miss this opportunity to get your questions answered and discover which path to funding is right for you.
In this workshop, we’ll explore the full spectrum of funding options available to early-stage founders, including banking, crowdfunding, friends & family, angel investors, and venture capital.
You’ll learn how to:
- Understand which funding sources align with your business stage and goals
- Prepare what you need before seeking funding (documents, pitch decks, projections)
- Weigh the pros and cons of each option—so you can make informed decisions
- Build relationships with potential funders and communicate your vision effectively
Don’t miss this opportunity to get your questions answered and discover which path to funding is right for you.
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator | Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | Alkek Library 350F - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Are you a small business owner at TXST looking for a place to sell on campus? Look no further, we host events to promote your work. The Bobcat Bazaar Markets is a pop-up market for our very own TXST entrepreneurs.
Whether you're selling handmade goods, vintage clothing, or something else you want to bring to the TXST community, you can have your very own spot at the LBJ Mall, located in between LBJ and Alkek.
Join us for the perfect chance to meet other entrepreneurial students just like you, promote your small business, gain new customers, and make sales! Click here for more information
more about event
Whether you're selling handmade goods, vintage clothing, or something else you want to bring to the TXST community, you can have your very own spot at the LBJ Mall, located in between LBJ and Alkek.
Join us for the perfect chance to meet other entrepreneurial students just like you, promote your small business, gain new customers, and make sales! Click here for more information
- Location:
- Zoom session. Register via link in description.
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Gail Zank
Department of Marketing
gailzank@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College of Business
Wondering if graduate school is right for you? Interested in developing your career in market research and analytics? Come learn about the Master of Science in Marketing Research and Analysis (MSMRA) program and how to apply!
» Register for Zoom Info Session Click here for more information
more about event
» Register for Zoom Info Session Click here for more information
- Location:
- CIE Gathering Space, Alkek 3rd Floor
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator | Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | Alkek Library 350F - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Great ideas need great data. Whether you're preparing for a pitch, writing a business plan, or exploring a new market, knowing how to research effectively is a game-changer.
Join Sam Marsch for a hands-on workshop that will sharpen your research skills and elevate your strategy.
In this workshop, you’ll learn how to:
Come ready to explore, analyze, and make your ideas more impactful with smart research!
Join Sam Marsch for a hands-on workshop that will sharpen your research skills and elevate your strategy.
In this workshop, you’ll learn how to:
- Find credible business and market data
- Analyze industry trends and customer insights
- Use library tools and databases to your advantage
- Strengthen your pitch or project with data-driven decisions
Come ready to explore, analyze, and make your ideas more impactful with smart research!