GVSU Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation

GVSU Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation Entrepreneurship and Innovation. It's in our name. It's who we are. Helping entrepreneurs take over West Michigan one new venture at a time.

04/02/2026

Last week CEI hosted their second Annual 77 Idea Quest Pitch Competition!

The event was filmed with great ideas and businesses being presented throughout the night! If you missed it here is a recap of the night!

Congratulations to everyone who was there on all your hard work, we can’t wait to see what’s in store! 💡

03/19/2026

A recap of MSCS hosted by Grand Valley-

Thanks you to everyone who everyone who came to watch, judged, or got to pitch! It was an inspiring day and congratulations to everyone! Keep growing, keep learning, and keep pursuing your passions!

The 77 Pitch Competition is just around the corner! Next Thursday come watch the 7 finalists pitch their ideas! Sign up ...
03/17/2026

The 77 Pitch Competition is just around the corner!

Next Thursday come watch the 7 finalists pitch their ideas! Sign up using the link in our bio. We can’t wait to see you guys there!

March 26th @ 4:30 - 8:30 PM
In the Seidman Forum.

Huge congratulations to our Entrepreneur in Residence, Rachel Berkal, and her co-founder Sadoc Paredes of Vetr Health fo...
02/26/2026

Huge congratulations to our Entrepreneur in Residence, Rachel Berkal, and her co-founder Sadoc Paredes of Vetr Health for being recognized as Crain’s News Maker of the Year – Startup & Innovation! 🎉🚀

We are so proud to have Rachel pouring her expertise, insight, and entrepreneurial spirit into the CEI community. This recognition is a testament to the incredible innovation happening at Vetr Health and the impact they’re making in the startup ecosystem.

Please join us in celebrating this amazing achievement! 🙌

MCSC is almost here! Friday we will get to see and hear the pitches that have been put together by students across Michi...
02/25/2026

MCSC is almost here! Friday we will get to see and hear the pitches that have been put together by students across Michigan!

We are excited for all the students to share their ideas and compete. To learn more visit the link in our bio!

02/17/2026

Meet one of our student vendors Amy Mendoza-Garcia, who is the owner of Jay’s Chilados, Chamoy-covered Sweets!

Hear about her time with laker outlets and with CEI! If you have a business or want to get involved reach out and we’d love to help!

Next pop-up is February 25 & 26 at 11am - 4pm in Kirkhof Lobby! See you there! And stay tuned to hear from more of our student vendors!!

You don’t need a perfect idea.You just need one you’re curious about.Whether your idea is fully formed or still coming t...
02/03/2026

You don’t need a perfect idea.
You just need one you’re curious about.

Whether your idea is fully formed or still coming together, you’ll get hands-on support, mentoring, and a community cheering you on.

Open to all majors. All ideas. All stages.

Let’s get that idea out your notes 👀
📅 Deadline to register : February 4

Link in bio under “register for 77idea quest” !!

Building a great idea is one thing , knowing how the money works is another !Join us for Revenue Modeling for Student St...
02/02/2026

Building a great idea is one thing , knowing how the money works is another !

Join us for Revenue Modeling for Student Startups, a hands on workshop designed to help student founders better understand their numbers, plan realistically, and make confident financial decisions.

Led by Ciarra Allen, branch manager at LMCU Allendale, this session will break down revenue modeling, break even points, and smart funding options in a way that’s clear and approachable.

📅 Feb 4,2026
⏰ 5pm-7pm
📍Seidman Room 1127 (CEI ROOM)

We are officially one week away from applications closing for your chance to win $3,000 for your business idea!All you n...
01/22/2026

We are officially one week away from applications closing for your chance to win $3,000 for your business idea!

All you need to do is click the link in our bio and submit a short presentation introducing your business concept.

Don’t miss this opportunity to grow your idea, gain valuable exposure, and potentially win big!

If you have any questions regarding the process, dm us to learn more or stop into the CEI office at all in the upcoming week!

Got a business idea you’ve been thinking about?The Michigan Collegiate Startup Challenge is open to all college students...
01/17/2026

Got a business idea you’ve been thinking about?

The Michigan Collegiate Startup Challenge is open to all college students in Michigan - no matter your school or major.

Pitch your idea. Compete for cash prizes. Get real exposure.

⏰ Registration closes January 20th
Apply now - link in bio.

Got a business idea you’ve been thinking about?The Michigan Collegiate Startup Challenge is open to all college students...
01/15/2026

Got a business idea you’ve been thinking about?

The Michigan Collegiate Startup Challenge is open to all college students in Michigan — no matter your school or major.

Pitch your idea. Compete for cash prizes. Get real exposure.

⏰ Registration closes January 20th
Apply now — link in bio.

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