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It's 3:26pm on Wednesday, March 26, 2025.

This is not a diary entry. Simply a message to you conveying the level of transparency I'd like us to have.

And in full transparency, I am putting this newsletter together last minute. Now everything that needs to be here is here...but could I, should I have done it sooner? Why yes, I should have.

Highlights for the Week: the Small Business Showcase is happening so very soon!, final days to submit to the Crafterpreneur Contest, opportunities in Akron, and our drink connoisseurs 🧃 
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Small Business Showcase
Join us for our end of semester showcase! This will be a tabling event featuring Kent State student and alumni entrepreneurs and the businesses they have been working on. Sign up to have a table and grow your audience, or simply to attend and support local entrepreneurs.

Thursday, April 10 from 4-6pm
2nd Floor Lobby in the DI Hub
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Crafterpreneur Contest
For the 2025 Crafterpreneurship Contest, LaunchNET KSU would like you to create a crafted work that displays your value proposition. In other words, what makes you special as a creative or as person? Submit an image or video of your craft in the form below to enter!

One grand prize winner will receive $100 and a feature to promote their craft!

Submit by Friday, March 28th
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Events & Opportunities
Akron Business Basics Bootcamp | WBCs of Ohio
Start your small business in just 6 weeks with the Akron Business Basics Bootcamp! Brought to you by Akron Community Foundation and the WBC of Northern Ohio.

Apply by Thursday, March 27th at 12:00 p.m.
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Beyond Startup: Founder Mental Wellness | Bounce Innovation Hub
Building a startup is demanding. When was the last time you checked in on your own wellbeing? This interactive session will help you assess your mental health, explore stress-management tools, and experience innovative wellness technologies.

Wednesday, April 2 from 10-11:30am
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Founders & Friends
Rolling Refreshments
Rolling Refreshments and their mobile beverage trailer will be part of KSU's Food Truck Series! Visit them on the K between 11am - 2pm:
- April 2
- April 16
- April 23
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