Gary S. Holmes Center for Entrepreneurship

The Gary S. Holmes Center for Entrepreneurship is the hub of entrepreneurship and innovation at the University of Minnesota that inspires, educates and connects the next generation of Minnesota's entrepreneurs. We mobilize the community and provide support for emerging entrepreneurs, both within and outside the University, through experiential courses and engaging outreach programs.  Said simply, we nurture collaboration and ignite innovation.

 

  • #1

    Largest Statewide New Venture Competition in Country

  • 174

    New Venture Concepts Evaluated in MIN-CORPS

  • 210

    Mentors Advising Students and Alumni

  • 312

    Student Founders in Entrepreneurship in Action Class

Gary S. Holmes Center for Entrepreneurship

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    MN Cup

    MN Cup is the largest statewide new venture competition in the country. They support emerging entrepreneurs from across the state through events, educational programming, and an annual new venture competition.

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    MIN-Corps

    MIN-Corps develops talent and catalyzes technology commercialization across the University of Minnesota

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    Grow North

    Grow North is a resource and connection hub serving Minnesota's food and agriculture entrepreneur ecosystem.

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    WE*

    WE* is a community of communities focused on supporting scalable women-led startups in Minnesota. 

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UPCOMING EVENTS
  • Jul

    31

    Abdo Dinner Conversation Series

    Larry and Caryl Abdo will lead a discussion on the challenges and rewards of being married to an entrepreneur. Students will have the opportunity to ask blunt questions and contribute to the discussion. We encourage Carlson MBA students with a strong interest in entrepreneurship to join us for a spirited discussion on how they and their spouses can get the most out of their shared entrepreneurial journey.
  • Oct

    08

    MN Cup Final Awards Event

    You're invited to attend the MN Cup Final Awards Reception, sponsored by Maslon LLP.

    Join us to celebrate hundreds of Minnesota entrepreneurs who participated in a transformational journey that started in March including over 1300 entrepreneurs, three rounds of judging, numerous events and thousands of volunteer hours. The last 7 months have been an exciting ride and with great enthusiasm, we’re ready to recognize Minnesota's outstanding entrepreneurs.
  • Nov

    14

    Women Innovators Conference

    The Women Innovators Conference is a professional development summit designed to help female innovators connect the dots between their ideas and achieving a positive, significant impact. This event will inspire, inform, and connect STEM-trained women students, faculty and business professionals to strengthen and extend the diverse talent pool of women innovators in the Twin Cities. 
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