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Oct 7 2025

LaunchNET News: Life of an Entrepreneur

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The Latest & Greatest from LaunchNET Kent State
As I'm sure we're all aware (by choice or by force), Taylor Swift's new album is out.

Now, have I properly listened to the album? No, no I have not. But have I heard positive things about the album? Also no.

Am I scared to say this in the email in case a Swiftie catches wind? Why yes, yes I am. But here I am, the first lamb to the slaughter. At least I look fire.

The Highlights: Pitch & Ponder to practice before you present at Elevator Pitch, our lunch hour speaker series now for emerging authors, a two day workshop around prototyping for better futures, and a unique small business partnership opportunity with the Cleveland Cavaliers 🤝
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Pitch & Ponder | Oct 14
A stress-free, low stakes open mic night for founders and creatives to share their ideas, practice their personal or business pitches, and connect with other like-minded go-getters. This is a wonderful opportunity for entrepreneurs to pitch their idea, network, and gain valuable and constructive feedback.

Tuesday, October 14 from 5-7pm
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Elevator Pitch Competition | Oct 23
Students will have 90 seconds to share a business pitch to an audience and group of judges for the chance to win funds from a prize pool of $2,000! This event features local entrepreneurs and experts as the judges and has launched the business ventures of Kent State students.

Thursday, October 23 from 6-8pm
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LunchNET: Book Publishing | Oct 29
This speaker series is for early-stage entrepreneurs to connect with founders who have been in their shoes and are making their businesses happen in the real world.

This month, we are focusing on book publishing and featuring Terri Stefanko & Kori Morgan! Terri is a Kent State instructor, illustrator, and artist who recently wrote, illustrated, designed, and published two books. Kori is a published author, copywriter, and content strategist, as well as the founder of Inkling Creative Strategies. Free lunch for all attendees!

Wednesday, October 29 from 12-1pm
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Events & Opportunities
Design for Extremes | Design Innovation
ycenter x DI: Design for Extremes is a two-day experiential workshop designed to take participants through the process of breaking down a complex problem, turning an idea into an actionable solution, and making a business model for it. This year's event theme is "Prototyping for Better Futures." Free lunches provided!

When: October 24th and 25th, 2025

Where: Design Innovation Hub, Reactor Makerspace, Room 150

Who: Students (from any university), faculty, staff and community members

Registration Deadline: October 24, or when maximum capacity is reached
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Cleveland Cavaliers Small Business Partnerships
The new Small Business Partner Program will offer local businesses tailored and innovative marketing opportunities in collaboration with the Cavaliers. Supported by Eleven, the program includes extensive marketing and activation services designed to support the needs of each business.
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