04/22/2026
On Wednesday, April 15th, the Miller School welcomed the North Carolina Certified Economic Developers Program for a day focused on innovation and entrepreneurship.
Hosted by Emily Yeager and the Crisp Small Business Resource Center, participants experienced the Isley Innovation Hub's Wornom Maker Space and learned how the university supports entrepreneurs through programming, partnerships, and community engagement.
The visit emphasized a key idea. Strong entrepreneurial ecosystems are built through collaboration and ECU continues to be a resource for communities across North Carolina.
04/22/2026
We are excited to celebrate the newest Sigma Nu Tau inductees from the Miller School of Entrepreneurship.
These students have demonstrated outstanding achievement academically and professionally, while continuing to lead and make an impact in their communities.
It is an honor to recognize such a driven and talented group.
Congratulations to each of you on this incredible accomplishment.
04/16/2026
We have our first place winners.
After an incredible showcase of innovation, hard work, and competition, Carolina Cleaning Boys rose to the top and delivered when it mattered most.
Taking home $20,000 cash, a $20,000 equity option investment, 1k in branded materials from Radiate Prints & an additional 10k with the Rural Community Impact Award. Their traction and ex*****on set them apart.
A well deserved win. 🏆
04/16/2026
We have our second place winners.
Simple Greek stood out by tackling a real problem with a clear and scalable solution, earning their place among the top teams.
They take home $15,000 for their performance in the Pirate Entrepreneurship Challenge.
Strong vision. Strong ex*****on.
04/16/2026
We have our third place winners.
Clinic Wire impressed with their innovative approach to solving inefficiencies in healthcare operations through AI driven solutions.
They walk away with $10,000 after a strong showing in the final round.
Big problem. Even bigger opportunity.
04/16/2026
We have our fourth place winners.
Huddle Wealth continued to build momentum throughout the competition, earning a spot among the top teams.
They take home $5,000 for their efforts in the Pirate Entrepreneurship Challenge.
A strong performance from start to finish.
04/16/2026
We have our fifth place winners.
CarriOn showed resilience and determination throughout the competition, pushing their idea forward each round.
They walk away with $3,000 as a result of their hard work.
04/16/2026
We have our sixth place winners.
Mingle Maps earned their place in the final through the popular vote and continued to compete at a high level.
They take home $2,000 after an impressive run.
Momentum that matters.
04/15/2026
You have heard their second round pitches, and now the moment has arrived.
After months of hard work and competition, today is the day these teams give it everything they have in the final round.
Who will win big?
Find out by tuning in at 6:30 tonight. https://shorturl.at/SHflM