Gary S. Holmes Center for Entrepreneurship
The Holmes Center 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.
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Largest Statewide New Venture Competition in Country
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New Venture Concepts Evaluated in MIN-CORPS
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Mentors Advising Students and Alumni
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Student Founders in Entrepreneurship in Action Class
MN Cup
MN Cup is the largest statewide startup competition in the country, supporting emerging entrepreneurs from across the state through events, educational programming, and an annual competition.
MIN-Corps
MIN-Corps develops talent and catalyzes technology commercialization across the University of Minnesota through a series of courses, workshops and bootcamps.
Grow North
Grow North is a resource and connection hub serving Minnesota's food and agriculture entrepreneur ecosystem.
WE
WE* is a community of communities focused on supporting scalable women-led startups in Minnesota.
Innovation Challenge - Powered by Sportradar
Unique opportunity for students and recent grads to work with industry mentors, utilize sports data to develop new products and compete for $3,000 in cash prizes. Apply by Feb 20.
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