June 7, 2023
The University of Cincinnati's entrepreneurial spirit is once again front and center. In a recent Business Courier article touting the finalists in an awards competition by Cincy Inno, 20% were UC-affiliated startups.
December 12, 2023
In the vibrant corridors of the University of Cincinnati, pioneering research extends beyond the confines of laboratories — it launches revolutionary ideas poised to reshape the world. The key to safeguarding these innovations lies in the swift and savvy journey through the 1819 Innovation Hub’s technology transfer and patent licensing process, a vital approach for both faculty and the university.
July 17, 2023
Most small business owners struggle to navigate the long and winding road to success, especially entrepreneurs from underrepresented communities. Yet, while an increasing number of banks and nonprofits are creating small business assistance programs, they need help identifying the professionals who could use their support.
March 30, 2023
As Cynthia Ozick, the American novelist, wrote, “Two things remain irretrievable: time and a first impression.” That’s especially true when introducing yourself to a possible investor. Ronald Meyers, associate professor of entrepreneurship in the University of Cincinnati's Carl H. Lindner College of Business, shares insights into teaser statements and pitches.
September 27, 2023
On Sept. 15, inside the University of Cincinnati’s 1819 Innovation Hub, leaders from the university gathered on the third floor to celebrate and cut the ribbon outside the door housing the Warren Bennis Leadership Institute.
December 1, 2022
The UC Venture Lab and the UC Center for Entrepreneurship will merge into a single unit. The newly integrated team will be led by Kate Harmon, executive director of the Center for Entrepreneurship and the El and Elaine Bourgraf Director of Entrepreneurship.
February 12, 2024
To celebrate excellence and dedication to entrepreneurship education, the United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (USASBE) awarded its prestigious Entrepreneurship Educator of the Year Award to University of Cincinnati professor Charles H. Matthews, PhD.
March 21, 2024
Young founders with an idea or technology they want to develop into a business while still in school have an increasing number of resources to tap into at the University of Cincinnati. Venture Lab NEXT is a student accelerator program designed to offer tailored resources and guidance to student teams who have already gained traction and are seeking specialized mentorship aligned with their industry domain or stage of development.
March 29, 2024
The University of Cincinnati's 1819 Innovation Hub hosted the 13th annual RevolutionUC Hackathon. Three standout teams emerged victorious, showcasing groundbreaking solutions to pressing challenges, including health care. The event was a testament to the power of innovation and compassion.
July 11, 2024
Balancing being a student and an entrepreneur isn’t for the faint of heart. Here are some tips for student entrepreneurs from the University of Cincinnati to help them succeed.