What is the secret sauce of your venture? In this workshop on value propositions, participants will learn how to identify what makes their startup truly compelling and communicate that value clearly to the people who matter most. The session will be led by Amit Kothari, a tech founder, longtime CEO, and AI coach who brings a…

Big ideas can build healthier communities. Have an idea that could improve health and well-being? Public Health IdeaBounce® is an opportunity to share it, receive feedback and connect with people who want to help turn promising concepts into action. We welcome ideas addressing public health challenges at any scale—from improving individual access to care to…

Are you building a startup but unsure where to start with the numbers? This Financials 101 workshop will introduce entrepreneurs to the fundamentals of startup finance in a practical, easy-to-understand way. Learn how to read key financial statements, understand revenue and expenses, calculate burn rate and runway, and get familiar with essential financial concepts every…

Celebrate Parent & Family Weekend with ice cream, entrepreneurship and some of the exciting ideas taking shape at WashU! Stop by the Skandalaris Center for Interdisciplinary Innovation and Entrepreneurship to meet student founders, explore innovative ventures and learn how WashU students are turning their ideas into action. Enjoy ice cream while connecting with students and…

Learn how to communicate your venture with clarity, confidence, and purpose. In this hands-on workshop, founders will learn how to build and deliver a compelling pitch that captures attention, clearly explains the problem and solution, identifies the target customer, communicates the venture’s value proposition, and demonstrates why the opportunity matters. Participants will explore the key…