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08/31/2026

🎨 Entrepreneur Highlight: David Grajeda Gonzalez

Meet David, the artist and designer behind Artwdav! 🖌️

Through Artwdav, David brings creativity and entrepreneurship together, specializing in printmaking and other 2D mediums, including drawing and painting. His work showcases how artistic passion can grow beyond the studio and become the foundation for an entrepreneurial venture.

We love seeing DU entrepreneurs turn their unique talents and creative visions into something of their own. 💡🎨

Keep creating, David! 👏

08/20/2026

✨ Entrepreneur Highlight: Isabella DeRollo ✨

Meet Isabella DeRollo, the creative entrepreneur behind Sweet Life Stitches 🧶💗

Through Sweet Life Stitches, Isabella turns her passion for crochet into unique, handmade pieces that bring a little more sweetness to everyday life. From her creativity to her entrepreneurial spirit, she’s building something that’s truly her own, one stitch at a time! 🪡✨

We’re excited to highlight Isabella and the creativity she’s bringing to the E@DU community! 🚀

08/07/2026

Meet this week’s Entrepreneur: Jack Courtney, founder of Contact Is Key. ⛳️

After seeing how many golfers struggle with inconsistent ball striking, Jack developed a simple training aid designed to improve one of the most important parts of the game: centered contact.

Contact Is Key helps golfers identify and correct off-center strikes, making practice more effective and helping players build more consistent swings.

From identifying a common problem to creating a practical solution, Jack is turning an everyday challenge into an innovative product for golfers everywhere.

✨ Meet the newest BASE Camp cohort!From AI-powered aviation software and accessible neurodivergence screening to fashion...
08/05/2026

✨ Meet the newest BASE Camp cohort!

From AI-powered aviation software and accessible neurodivergence screening to fashion, food & beverage, and mental performance, these founders are tackling real-world challenges with innovative ideas and a passion for making an impact.

We’re excited to support this incredible group as they grow their ventures, refine their ideas, and take the next step in their entrepreneurial journeys. 🚀

Which venture are you most excited to follow? Let us know below! 👇

07/21/2026

✨Entrepreneur Highlight: Audrey✨

What started as a hobby in the garage has grown into a business that’s giving old silverware a whole new purpose.

Meet Audrey Lincoln, founder of Rough Cut, where vintage silverware are transformed into handcrafted jewelry, keychains, and other one-of-a-kind accessories. ♻️✨ Every piece has its own story, proving that creativity and sustainability go hand in hand.

Audrey’s journey is a reminder that entrepreneurship often begins with a simple idea, a little creativity, and the willingness to build something from scratch.

Support small business, shop sustainably, and follow along with Rough Cut Studio for more of Audrey’s unique creations! 💚

07/06/2026

🍦💥Entrepreneur Highlight: Meet Mason!

Inspired by his family’s ice cream shop in Winter Park, Mason took things on the road by creating Charlie’s On The Go, a mobile ice cream trailer serving handcrafted treats at events across Colorado.

From bringing smiles to every stop, to growing a business with a creative vision, Mason is showing what entrepreneurship is all about.

Check out his story and show him some love in the comments! 👏

Mason Jackson

💡 What does "wealth" really mean in today's world?Join John Sebesta and Melissa Akaka as they sit down with Professor Gr...
07/02/2026

💡 What does "wealth" really mean in today's world?

Join John Sebesta and Melissa Akaka as they sit down with Professor Graeme Roy from the University of Glasgow to explore Adam Smith's enduring legacy, the evolving definition of wealth, and how universities can prepare the next generation of thoughtful, principled leaders to tackle today's biggest challenges.

🎧 Listen now through the link in our bio!

Another incredible year has come to a close, so we want to congratulate our graduated seniors- Alyssa, Rana, Braidyn, Ty...
06/22/2026

Another incredible year has come to a close, so we want to congratulate our graduated seniors- Alyssa, Rana, Braidyn, Ty, Sammy, and Harrison- on all of their hard work, dedication, and accomplishments. Your leadership, creativity, and commitment have helped shape E@DU into what it is today.

A special thank you to our TAs for their support throughout the year. We can’t wait to see what our seniors accomplish next. Congratulations, Class of 2026! 🎓✨

Meet the judges for tonight’s 4Impact Challenge. 👏After a quarter of developing, testing, and refining their ventures, o...
06/03/2026

Meet the judges for tonight’s 4Impact Challenge. 👏

After a quarter of developing, testing, and refining their ventures, our finalist teams will take the stage to pitch their startup ideas for a chance to be named this year’s 4Impact Challenge winner. Thank you to our judges for lending their expertise and helping elevate the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs. 🚀

05/28/2026

Already feeling nostalgic for Entrepreneurship Week 💫

From Pop Up Palooza to the Entrepreneurship Dinner, the Case Competition, and inspiring panels with incredible founders and innovators — this week was full of ideas, connections, and unforgettable moments. Huge thank you to everyone who showed up, shared their stories, and made the energy so special.

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