Collegiate Entrepreneurs' Iowa Conference 2004
February 27, 2004
9:00 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Maucker Union
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls
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| The Collegiate Entrepreneurs' Iowa Conference 2004 saw 275 on-site attendees (representing 16 Iowa colleges and universities and one Missouri university) and several more joined via the live weblink. | ||
| Jerry Conway, a University of Northern Iowa alumnus who owns 101 Sonics in Texas, tells the conference attendees about starting his first Sonic operation. | ||
| Nathan Robe from the University of Iowa (left) and Jennifer Noehl from the University of Northern Iowa enjoy presentations by the major speakers. | ||
| Nichole Priebe talks about starting her photography business in her 20s while the audience listens. |
It is that time of year again - time for the Collegiate Entrepreneurs' Iowa Conference! This statewide conference has been such a huge success the last two years we are proud to bring you the Third Annual Collegiate Entrepreneurs' Iowa Conference.
This all-day program will bring together college students and faculty from all over Iowa for a day of networking, listening to speakers, and education. The purpose of the conference is to provide an opportunity for entrepreneurially minded Iowa college students and faculty to network, learn from each other, be inspired by other entrepreneurs, and learn about programs that will help them be more entrepreneurial.
SPEAKERS & AGENDA
This year's conference is proud to have a spectacular group of speakers including: W.A. Krause, CEO of Krause Gentle Corporation; Dan Leese, COO of Beringer Blass Wine Estate of Napa, California; Jerome Conway, President and CEO of Austin Sonics Inc.; Dan Schmitt, CEO of Anthony Allen & Quinn; speakers from Collegiate VIP - an exciting and innovative virtual internship program for colleges and universities; a speaker from Collegiate Entrepreneurs' Organization to talk about the organization; many young entrepreneurs who have started and are running successful small businesses; and an informational speaker on how to start your own small business. Click here for bios of the speakers.
AGENDA
Collegiate Entrepreneurs' Iowa Conference
Maucker Union
February 27, 2004
- OLD CENTRAL BALLROOM
- 8:30 - 9:00 Registration Sign-in
- 9:00 - 9:10 Welcome and Introduction: Dr. Robert Koob, President of UNI
- 9:10 - 9:50 Keynote Speaker: Jerome Conway, President & CEO, Austin Sonics Inc.
- 9:50 - 10:00 BREAK
- 10:00 - 10:50 Break-Out Session 1
- ELM Room: Collegiate VIP: Andy Wolter, Vice President of Operations, and Bill Schmitt, Director of Marketing
Sessions Description:Using collaboration and project management technologies to break down the boundaries of time and geography, Collegiate VIP weaves long-term partnerships among respected corporations, progressive universities, and the nation's top students. Since these raw materials of success can now be forged with exquisite compatibility, the results are powerful: Corporations engage and recruit tomorrow's best professionals; Universities enhance traditional studies with experiential learning opportunities; and upon graduation, Students find themselves more experienced, better prepared, and more connected than their peers. It's the new model for professional interaction, preparation, and development - and CVIP makes it happen. - COLLEGE EYE Room: How to Start a Small Business: Mike Hahn, UNI Small Business Development Center
Session Description: Get a Smart Start to your business with this breakout session. Learn from an expert the basics of business planning, taxes, loans and grants. This session will also cover financial, credit, and legal issues. A packet of information will be provided to all attendees. - STATE COLLEGE Room: Running a Successful Business in Your 20s: Panel - Megan Wettach, Premier Prom & Pageantry; Steve Saltzman, Steve's Mobile Music; and Nichole Priebe, Nichole Priebe Photography
Session Description: Hear what its really like to own a successful business from three 20-somethings who have worked hard and are enjoying success. Hear the tips that can make all of the difference for any new business. Learn how to balance the conflicting demands of college and running a small business. Get the inside story on how to be a young entrepreneur. - PRESIDENTIAL Room: Start a CEO Chapter - Collegiate Entrepreneurs' Organization
Session Description: Find out what CEO is and the benefits it has to offer to your school. A representative from Collegiate Entrepreneurs' Organization will provide information on how to start a chapter at your school. - NORTH Room: CEO Chapters, Entrepreneurship Clubs & SIFE - Get more out of them: Group Discussion and Brainstorming
Session Description: Join officers from many colleges and universities from all over Iowa to talk about best practices for CEO, SIFE and entrepreneurship clubs. Share ideas in this open discussion. - SOUTH Room: Networking and Open Meeting Room
Session Description: This room is open for attendees to use for networking and small meetings. Catch-up with colleagues, have a small group discussion about topics or speakers at this conference, or just take a minute to rest. - 10:50 - 11:00 BREAK
- 11:00 - 11:50 Break-Out Session 2
- Repeat of Session 1 Breakouts
- 11:50 - 12:00 BREAK
- OLD CENTRAL BALLROOM
- 12:00 Luncheon
- 12:00-12:05 Collegiate Entrepreneurs' Organization National Representative
- 12:05 - 12:50 Featured Speaker: W. A. Krause, President & CEO, Krause Gentle Corp.
- 12:50 - 1:10 Luncheon Sponsor - Dan Schmitt, CEO, Anthony Allen & Quinn
- 1:10 - 1:55 Closing Speaker: Dan Leese, COO, Beringer Blass Wine Estates
- 1:55 - 2:15 Entrepreneurial Showcase: Judi Eyles, ISU, and Dawn Bowlus, UIowa
- 2:15 - 2:30 Concluding Remarks: Dr. Farzad Moussavi