Startup Vikes is CSU’s premier entrepreneurship immersion experience in which student teams pitch ideas, learn the Lean Launch Pad (LLP) methodology and build minimum viable products or services. Supported by a team of mentors, workshop presenters and judges, students are purposefully introduced to the Northeast Ohio entrepreneurship ecosystem. For eight years, Startup Vikes has helped to launch 26 companies.
Experience Startup Vikes For Yourself
Over the course of one weekend, you will experience entrepreneurship in action. As an active participant, you will build a business, meet program milestones to receive prizes and then pitch with your team to a panel of expert judges. The most promising business ideas will receive a cash infusion to start up.
Here’s how to participate:
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Pitch an Idea: Have an idea for a product or service? Come ready to pitch your idea and build a team. |
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Join a Team: If you don’t have an idea for a product or service, bring your skills to Startup Vikes and join a team. |
Learn more about why you should attend here. |