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.

đź“… Mark your calendars!Join us on Tuesday, June 15, 2026, for the Traverse City Cohort Final Pitch and Showcase as we cel...
06/03/2026

đź“… Mark your calendars!
Join us on Tuesday, June 15, 2026, for the Traverse City Cohort Final Pitch and Showcase as we celebrate the completion of Cohort 17!

Come cheer on our veteran entrepreneurs as they take the stage to pitch their businesses and compete for CASH đź’µ prizes. It's an exciting evening of innovation, determination, and community support that you won't want to miss.

We hope to see you there! Please register as soon as possible, as seats will fill up fast. To register, visit www.gvsu.edu/mve

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Have you ever wondered how will MVE-Lab benefit ME and my business ideas? Take a look at how it helped Lakeea Kelly, Fou...
05/19/2026

Have you ever wondered how will MVE-Lab benefit ME and my business ideas?

Take a look at how it helped Lakeea Kelly, Founder of CrownedLady Athletic! Lakeea participated in the Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 Battle Creek cohorts.

With a smaller size cohort (10-14 people), we are able to have a larger impact and assist with individual needs and prepare you for success.

Ready to join a cohort in Battle Creek starting July 15? To learn more about this program, please visit www.gvsu.edu/mve/battlecreek

05/14/2026

You served with purpose — now build something that lasts.

Veterans, turn your business idea into a real venture through our 11-week entrepreneurial cohort designed to help you launch, grow, and lead with confidence.

Work alongside fellow veterans, receive guidance and support, and compete for cash prizes to help fund your business at the end of the program.

Your next mission starts HERE!

Apply Now to start on July 15!

For more information, and to apply, please visit www.gvsu.edu/mve/battlecreek

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 👀
đź“… Deadline to register : February 4

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

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Grand Rapids, MI
49504

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