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Entrepreneurship + Innovation at Arizona State University connects you to the information, resources and people that can help you turn your ideas into reality.

Arizona State University is known for its unique and effective approach to growing an entrepreneurial enterprise within a public university system. Here entrepreneurship is not confined to a single college or school, nor is it housed in one center or institute. Valuing entrepreneurship means that it is more than just a class or a program; it is a mindset that is woven into the fabric of the univer

sity, permeating every activity. ASU students, faculty and staff in every discipline and at every level work to identify local and global needs, articulate how to meet them and implement entrepreneurial solutions. Arizona State University-managed online communities, including pages, the ASU on Facebook application and ASU-run Facebook groups, are intended to inform users of ASU-related news and events, as well as foster discussion and a sense of community among users. The administrators of these communities reserve the right to remove any content posted that:

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08/31/2026

The Venture Devils Lightning Incubator starts this Wednesday, Sept. 2! ⚡️

Before joining, here’s what students need to know:
- Participants must be currently enrolled at ASU or MCCCD.
- Participants must be active Venture Devils.
- Registration is required for each individual workshop.

Through four virtual, hands-on workshops, student founders will strengthen their venture strategy, storytelling, and pitch while working toward a competitive Pitch Playoffs submission.

Students who successfully complete the Lightning Incubator will leave with fully developed materials ready for submission to the Pitch Playoffs and receive priority access to the Pitch Playoffs application.

📆 Sept. 2–23
⏰ Wednesdays | 4–5:30 p.m. MST
💻 Virtual

Not a Venture Devil yet? Join Venture Devils and register for each Lightning Incubator session to get started.

08/27/2026

Creativity and entrepreneurship go hand in hand.

At Edson E+I, we're committed to supporting entrepreneurs from every discipline— including artists, designers, performers and other creative innovators. That's why we created Creative Spark.

This initiative helps ASU student creatives turn their ideas into reality by combining artistic passion with entrepreneurial skills.

Through Creative Spark, students can:
• Define goals and build a plan to achieve them
• Connect with a supportive community that provides accountability and encouragement
• Apply for funding to bring creative projects to life
• Develop entrepreneurial skills that strengthen their creative practice
• Access opportunities to receive a product code for a free GoDaddy domain for two years

Whether you're launching a creative business, building a portfolio or pursuing your next artistic project, Creative Spark can help you take the next step.

08/26/2026

Five years of expanding opportunity through entrepreneurship and innovation. 🎉

As the J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute’s fifth anniversary celebration comes to a close, we’re reflecting on the impact made possible by J. Orin Edson’s vision and the students, founders, faculty, mentors, educators, partners, and supporters who continue to bring that vision to life.

In FY2026 alone, Edson E+I reached more than 77,000 innovators, awarded more than $770,000 in non-dilutive funding, and provided more than 800 hours of mentorship across the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

These numbers represent more than milestones. Behind each one is someone advancing an idea, solving a problem, building a venture, or creating meaningful change.

As we celebrate how far we’ve come, we’re also looking ahead to the opportunities still to be created.

Read the latest Edson E+I blog to explore five years of impact and the vision for what comes next.

08/25/2026

The Lightning Incubator kicks off next Wednesday, Sept. 2! ⚡️

Student founders will have the opportunity to strengthen their ventures through structured support focused on strategy, storytelling, and pitch development.

Throughout the program, participants will build venture skills, work with an updated pitch deck template, and take advantage of weekly pitch preparation to sharpen their decks for Pitch Playoffs.

📆 Sept. 2–23 | Wednesdays | 4–5:30 p.m.

Build your venture, strengthen your pitch, and prepare for what’s next.

Learn more and register for the Lightning Incubator: https://www.worldlabs.org/group/QnkKg7uScDkuTkC3d

Not a Venture Devil yet? Join the program: https://entrepreneurship.asu.edu/programs/venture-devils/

08/24/2026

Funding. Mentorship. Access. Education.

Unlock it all and more by joining Venture Devils! Venture Devils is ASU’s top entrepreneurship resource to help student founders launch.

Learn about the training, development and real-word pitch opportunities you could be a part of at entrepreneurship.asu.edu!

08/21/2026

Ready to strengthen your venture and build a Pitch Playoffs-ready pitch? ⚡

The Venture Devils Lightning Incubator offers four virtual, hands-on workshops designed to meet founders where they are. Participants will strengthen their venture strategy, sharpen their storytelling and develop pitch materials with structured support from Venture Mentors and the ASU Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute team.

Sessions will be held Wednesdays from Sept. 2–23, with optional pitch preparation office hours every Friday in September.

The program is open to active Venture Devils currently enrolled at Arizona State University or Maricopa Community Colleges. Registration is required for each workshop.

Learn more and register for the Lightning Incubator: https://entrepreneurship.asu.edu/programs/venture-devils/

Not a Venture Devil yet? Join the program: https://www.worldlabs.org/group/QnkKg7uScDkuTkC3d

08/20/2026

Want to grow as a leader? Start with the habits you practice every day.

Self-leadership doesn’t always look like a big leadership moment. It can be getting enough sleep, making time to move, eating well, or creating routines that help you stay on track.

Those everyday choices can influence how you handle pressure, make decisions, listen to others, and respond with empathy.

For students building their careers, ideas, and futures, learning to lead yourself is a great place to start.

What’s one habit that helps you show up at your best?

08/19/2026

What if students walked into the classroom thinking, “I can make this better”?

Innovation doesn’t have to start with expensive technology or a fully equipped makerspace. It can start with something much simpler: curiosity.

When students are encouraged to notice problems, ask questions, test their ideas, learn from what doesn’t work, and try again, they begin to see themselves as creators — not just consumers.

As the new school year begins, there’s an opportunity to give students the space and confidence to explore what they can create.

Read “Back to School: Building a Creator Mindset in the Classroom” and discover ways educators and families can help young people turn curiosity into action through ASU Edson E+I.

08/18/2026

Having an idea is one thing. Figuring out what to do next is another.

That’s where mentors like Jennifer Coyne come in. As an ASU Venture Mentor, Jennifer shares her experience with student entrepreneurs, helping them navigate the business-building process and develop compelling pitches.

Through Venture Devils, students don’t have to figure everything out on their own. They can connect with experienced entrepreneurs who offer feedback, share what they’ve learned, and help students keep moving forward.

Learn more about Venture Devils at entrepreneurship.asu.edu.

08/14/2026

How do you get your creative work noticed?

For student creatives and entrepreneurs, marketing can feel like a completely different skill from creating. But it can also be an extension of your creativity, helping you tell your story, connect with your audience, and build a community around your work.

In the latest Edson E+I blog, Kelsea Aaberg shares seven ways to market your creative work while staying true to what makes it yours.

Explore the tips in the carousel and read the full blog at entrepreneurship.asu.edu.

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