Center for Entrepreneurial Innovation

08/19/2026

AI is a hot topic around CEI and we’re all in on the capabilities. Our focus with AI is where can it make a founder better?

That’s what Michelle has been exploring as she looks at practical applied AI for science and emerging tech startups. Her perspective: the opportunity isn’t AI for AI’s sake. It’s finding the places where it can genuinely help builders move smarter and faster.

Michelle is our latest community spotlight in Desert Signals! Subscribe for the full issue and to find out what AI tools are on her radar.

03/28/2023

Startup misstep - In the heat of getting a product to market with all the many things to think about, the customer care piece can get lost. Customers need to feel valued. Read about the ways to earn and keep your customers trust.

17 Ways Startups Can Earn—and Keep—Customer Trust

03/24/2023

Need to learn more about Intellectual Property - here is a free webinar.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will provide a brief overview about the four major types of intellectual property (IP) with an emphasis on patents and discuss why innovators and entrepreneurs should consider them in their business plan.

03/23/2023

Everything about NSF SBIR Grants . . .
What is the NSF's SBIR program? How do I get started? How do I write a pitch? What technical aspects need to be considered for my application? Who needs to be included on my team? All of these questions and more will be answered in a virtual workshops series
Four part series - March 29, April 19, May 10 and June 14 Sign up now!!

Join us for a series of virtual workshops on the NSF's SBIR program.

02/09/2023

Phoenix is the place for innovative solution!

Join the more than 9,000 bioscience healthcare professionals working Downtown with the Phoenix Biomedical Campus as its heart. 25 institutions of excellence ...

01/01/2023

We wish the AZ startup ecosystem much success in 2023!

12/22/2022

We love getting our companies together and this year's holiday treat social was an amazing spread by sharing their favorite goodies. We even had a popcorn machine!!

11/29/2022

We are seeking a charismatic individual to join the CEI team as our office assistant. Apply below or send resumes to Ann Marie Rucker, M.A. at [email protected]

Apply here: https://hubs.ly/Q01tw2Gx0

11/09/2022

We hope to see you at tonight's Thursday Gathering where we will be featuring some of the top Venture Capital firms in Arizona. At this informative session, you will learn what VCs look for when evaluating potential investment opportunities and how you can best position your startup to appeal to these firms. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or simply interested in learning more about the cultural norms that drive today's innovative startups, this is an event not to be missed. So join us and learn how you can take your business to the next level!

Free parking, 2 free drinks, and free to attend at 850 N 5th St!
Register here: https://hubs.ly/Q01rBDcL0

11/03/2022

Don't miss this Office Hours opportunity! Register now -

Angel investment can be complicated and clouded with many myths and popular misconceptions. Join this informal, casual conversation to get your individual questions answered by ASU resources Louise Butler Hardman and Kristin Slice. Discuss the reality of the Phoenix investment scene and prepare to l...