Entrepreneurship summit focuses on collaboration

The Wheaton College Entrepreneurship & Coworking Space is proud to host its second annual entrepreneurship summit on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in Hindle Auditorium.

The summit, Harnessing the Power of Collaborative Partnerships and Leveraging Entrepreneurial Mindset and Skills for Purposeful Careers, is designed to foster collaboration, inspire innovation, and provide a platform for dynamic conversations about entrepreneurship across diverse industries.

The event will feature engaging sessions led by Wheaton students, faculty, and industry professionals, exploring a wide array of topics such as:

  • Art, Music, Media, Tourism, Sports & Social Impact Enterprises
  • Rethinking Healthcare, Biosciences & Engineering
  • Finance, Accounting, Computer Science & AI Technologies
  • Law, Real Estate, Education & Business & Community Development

The keynote speaker for the summit will be Segun Idowu, Chief of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion for the City of Boston. As a leading figure in economic inclusion, Idowu’s achievements and recognized efforts serve as a testament to his dedication to creating equitable opportunities.

Professor Ellie Paris-Miranda, the Diana Davis Spencer Endowed Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship
Business and Economics Department, said the event is designed to involve students and faculty, regardless of their academic discipline.

“The summit is a multidisciplinary experiential learning experience for students of all disciplines and interests—a chance for faculty and community members to broaden their view of entrepreneurship,” Paris-Miranda said.

The event is also a celebration of the vibrant student involvement that has made it possible, said Loic Ebelle ’27, student and program coordinator of the Entrepreneurship & Coworking Space.

“Working alongside Dr.Ellie and leading the student aspect of the summit has been an incredible experience,” Ebelle said. “I am proud to say that we have students from all majors—including business, computer science, neuroscience, international relations, psychology, design & marketing—serving as panel moderators and panel hosts. We can’t wait to see them thrive as they engage with our industry professionals.”

Whether you’re interested in entrepreneurship, innovation, networking, or learning more about building your professional skills, this summit is the perfect opportunity to connect with peers, mentors, and industry experts across various fields.

Registration for the summit is recommended and will secure your name tag.

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