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Innovation U: An Entrepreneurship Series

Edmonton: Unconstrained by traditional definitions of entrepreneurship
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WHO'S IT FOR

The Edmonton Public Library and Edmonton Unlimited have teamed up for another series of the Innovator in Residence program, offering drop-in office hours with Edmonton Unlimited CEO & staff, curated resource lists and a four-class innovation series delivered in-person and online to Edmontonians with big ideas! The classes consist of selections of material from Edmonton Unlimited programming that are modified to appeal to a broad audience and those interested in learning about innovation and entrepreneurship basics. Each class can be taken on a stand-alone basis or in sequence and is designed to build upon one another.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Each class can be taken in sequence or as a stand-alone class. The series is designed to build upon one another and draws upon concepts from our foundation programs through to Preflight: Market, Sell, Pitch and is a good primer to Edmonton Unlimited programming.

 

Series 1: Navigating Entrepreneurial Beginnings

In this entrepreneurship series, participants will be introduced to the fundamental concepts and strategies of starting a business. This series is designed to provide a broad understanding of entrepreneurship and help aspiring entrepreneurs navigate the initial stages of building a business.

 

Series 2: Entrepreneurship to Solve Urban Challenges

This series dives into the heart of urban innovation, helping you uncover the hidden challenges and vast opportunities of city-centric solutions. Perfect for visionary go-getters eager to make a mark on the city of Edmonton.

Series 2 will be running from Nov. 18, 2023 to Dec. 9, 2023. The class schedule for the series will be announced shortly.

 

Series 3: Coming Soon

Series 3 will be running from Jan. 20, 2024 to Feb. 20, 2024. The class schedule for the series will be announced shortly.

 

Series 4: Coming Soon

Series 4 will be an online class from Apr. 8, 2024 to Apr. 29, 2024. The class schedule for the series will be announced shortly.

OFFICE HOURS

Edmonton Unlimited CEO, Catherine Warren will be available during select office hours to provide mentorship, answer any questions, and guide you along your innovation journey. If you want to learn more about entrepreneurship, have a question about your idea or course topic, or are seeking advice, we encourage you to stop by and meet with Catherine!

Her office is located in the Stollery Wonder Room on the second floor of the Stanley A. Milner Library (located outside the Makerspace).

  • Oct. 4, 2023  |  4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Oct. 18, 2023  |  4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Nov. 22, 2023  |  4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Dec. 13, 2023   |  4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Jan. 24, 2024  |  4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Feb. 7, 2024  |  4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Apr. 10, 2024  |  4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Apr. 24, 2024  |  4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

HOW TO APPLY

Taught by the Edmonton Unlimited program team, each class can be taken in sequence or as a stand-alone class. The series is designed to build upon one another and draws upon concepts from our foundation programs through to Preflight: Market, Sell, Pitch and is a good primer to Edmonton Unlimited programming. Click on the button below to see EPL’s full events page. 

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