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SUMMARY:Cortex Event: Small Business Legal Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Legal Services of Eastern Missouri will offer free 30-minute sessions for entrepreneurs\, startups\, and small business owners. \n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://skandalaris.wustl.edu/2026/08/04/2026-07-28-cortex-legal-clinic/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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SUMMARY:Summer Expo
DESCRIPTION:Join the Skandalaris Center for Interdisciplinary Innovation and Entrepreneurship as we celebrate the culmination of our 2026 summer programming at the Skandalaris Summer Expo. \n\n\n\nThroughout the summer\, Launchpad founders have worked to advance their ventures. The Summer Expo provides an opportunity to showcase the progress\, insights and accomplishments that emerged from these experiences. \n\n\n\nAttendees will have the chance to meet founders\, connect with student interns\, explore innovative ventures and learn more about the projects\, challenges and milestones that shaped the summer. Whether you’re a member of the WashU community\, a mentor\, investor\, entrepreneur or supporter of innovation\, the Expo offers a firsthand look at the next generation of founders and startup talent. \n\n\n\nCome celebrate a summer of entrepreneurship\, collaboration and innovation at WashU.  \n\n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://skandalaris.wustl.edu/2026/08/05/summer-expo/
LOCATION:Crowder Courtyard\, Anheuser-Busch Hall\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63105\, United States
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SUMMARY:Skandalaris Hackathon
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the academic year by tackling real-world challenges alongside fellow students from across WashU. The Skandalaris Innovation Hackathon is an opportunity for incoming and returning students to experience entrepreneurship in action through a fast-paced weekend – long event of collaboration\, creativity and problem-solving. There will be plenty of food and cash prizes for the winners. \n\n\n\nParticipants will work in interdisciplinary teams to address challenges presented by startups\, founders and community partners. No prior startup experience is required—just curiosity\, creativity and a willingness to work with others. Whether your interests are in business\, engineering\, design\, healthcare\, social impact or technology\, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute your unique perspective and develop solutions that create real value. \n\n\n\nAlong the way\, you’ll meet fellow innovators\, learn about Skandalaris programs and resources\, and gain firsthand experience with the entrepreneurial mindset that drives innovation across campus and beyond. \n\n\n\nCome ready to meet new people\, think creatively\, and discover how your skills can help solve meaningful challenges. Sign Up to Participate
URL:https://skandalaris.wustl.edu/2026/08/28/2026-07-09-skandalaris-hackathon/
LOCATION:Skandalaris Center\, Mallinckrodt 128\, 6465 Forsyth Blvd #128\, St. Louis\, MO 63105
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SUMMARY:Skandy Social
DESCRIPTION:Take a break and join the Skandalaris community for an evening of networking\, refreshments\, and conversation. Meet fellow students\, founders\, mentors\, and innovators in a relaxed setting while making new connections and celebrating entrepreneurship together. Whether you’re new to the community or a familiar face\, everyone’s welcome. RSVP
URL:https://skandalaris.wustl.edu/2026/09/03/2026-07-27-skandy-social/
LOCATION:Skandalaris Center\, Mallinckrodt 128\, 6465 Forsyth Blvd #128\, St. Louis\, MO 63105
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SUMMARY:Skandalaris Center Info Session and IdeaBounce®
DESCRIPTION:Meet us in Bowles Plaza\, near the outdoor entrance to the Skandalaris Center for this fun fall kick-off event! This event is open to everyone. \n\n\n\nInfo session at 5:30 PM: \n\n\n\nJoin us to learn about the resources available at the Skandalaris Center and how you can get involved with innovation and entrepreneurship at WashU. Open to all WashU students\, faculty\, and staff. \n\n\n\nIdeaBounce® at 5:40 PM: \n\n\n\nJoin us for an IdeaBounce®! This is a chance to pitch your ideas\, get feedback\, and make connections. We are thrilled to provide a safe\, collaborative learning environment where people can connect and discuss ideas openly. Stick around for networking and a sweet treat! Prizes will be awarded to the top ideas! \n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://skandalaris.wustl.edu/2026/09/09/2026-07-28-info-session-and-ideabounce/
LOCATION:Bowles Plaza Amphitheater\, at the outdoor entrance to the Skandalaris Center
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SUMMARY:Idea Validation Workshop with Michelle Robinson
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how a great idea goes from a spark of inspiration to a product people actually want? In this workshop on Idea Validation\, participants will explore how to test ideas\, refine assumptions\, and understand product-market fit. The session will be led by Michelle L. Robinson\, owner of DEMIblue Natural Nails and creator of the DEMIblue 21-Free Vegan-Friendly Nail Polish Brand\, who will share her entrepreneurial journey and the story behind building a brand with purpose. \n\n\n\nMichelle’s work is rooted in her background in healthcare\, education\, business\, and beauty\, as well as a deeply personal motivation inspired by her mother’s experience with cancer. With advanced degrees in business and managerial sciences\, along with hands-on experience as a Registered Medical Assistant and Licensed Manicurist\, she brings a unique perspective on innovation\, wellness\, and brand-building that addresses a meaningful need. \n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://skandalaris.wustl.edu/2026/09/17/2026-07-29-idea-validation-workshop/
LOCATION:Skandalaris Center\, Mallinckrodt 128\, 6465 Forsyth Blvd #128\, St. Louis\, MO 63105
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SUMMARY:Marketing Workshop with Alex Wolk
DESCRIPTION:Ever feel like marketing is one of those things every startup needs but nobody has the budget for? In this workshop on marketing basics\, participants will explore why marketing matters and how to strategically build a strong presence even with limited startup resources. The session will be led by Alex Wolk\, founder of INSITE ADVICE\, where he helps clients strengthen their marketing ROI through practical\, results-oriented digital strategy. \n\n\n\nAlex’s work centers on web design and development\, SEO and SEM\, social media marketing\, conversion optimization\, and marketing automation. With experience helping brands attract the right audience and turn interest into action through engaging digital experiences and lead nurturing\, he brings a hands-on perspective to building an effective marketing presence on a limited budget. \n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://skandalaris.wustl.edu/2026/09/24/2026-07-29-auto-draft/
LOCATION:Skandalaris Center\, Mallinckrodt 128\, 6465 Forsyth Blvd #128\, St. Louis\, MO 63105
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SUMMARY:Value Proposition Workshop with Amit Kotharia
DESCRIPTION: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 practical\, real-world perspective to building ventures that solve meaningful problems. \n\n\n\nAmit founded Tallyfy\, an AI-native workflow automation platform\, and has spent more than a decade as a CEO helping companies improve how they work. He has raised $3.6M\, works with organizations ranging from manufacturing to professional services\, and coaches CEOs on applying AI in ways that fit their actual workflows. He also teaches AI to MBA students at Oneday and mentors startups at the Skandalaris Center as an Entrepreneur-in-Residence\, bringing both founder experience and a strong teaching background to this session. \n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://skandalaris.wustl.edu/2026/10/08/2026-07-29-auto-draft-2/
LOCATION:Skandalaris Center\, Mallinckrodt 128\, 6465 Forsyth Blvd #128\, St. Louis\, MO 63105
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