November 17- 21, 2014
Monday – Entrepreneurship Roundtable
A “think tank” meeting in which entrepreneurs and business leaders from Southern New Mexico come together to discuss ideas and priorities for creating jobs and business opportunities for New Mexicans. ACI then turns those ideas into action in Santa Fe, local governments, and around the state.
When: November 17, 2014
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
RSVP Required: elayer@aci-nm.org.
Tuesday – Open Coffee Kickoff
An informal gathering of entrepreneurs, technologists, investors, and others interested in entrepreneurship and commercializing technology. Network over coffee or tea, and discuss startup news, opportunities, and ideas.
When: November 18, 2014
Where: Beck’s Coffee, 130 N. Mesquite St.
Time: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Register: www.meetup.com/Las-Cruces-OpenCoffee-Club/
Wednesday – Las Cruces Business Fiesta
An educational experience designed to connect small business owners with local business resources and successful entrepreneurs.
When: November 19, 2014
Where: Community Enterprise Center, 125 N. Downtown Mall
Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Register: http://www.lascrucesbusiness.com/fiesta.html
Thursday – Launch
The fourth round of Arrowhead Center’s Launch program kicks off with 19 participants presenting their projects to the Launch Selection Committee. Participants are vying to be selected for a cash award (up to $25,000) and mentorship to kick-start their venture. This event is by invitation only.
When: November 20, 2014
http://arrowheadcenter.nmsu.edu/faculty/launch
Friday – Business Model Innovation GEW Special
Innovative business models are great way to differentiate in competitive markets. Blue Ocean Strategy will be discussed as well as new ways to capture value for your business. Join us to learn about strategies for designing differentiating business models.
When: November 21, 2014
Where: Arrowhead Center, 3655 Research Road, Academic Research A
Time: 2:00PM – 3:00 PM
For more information: jkramer@ad.nmsu.edu