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NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · 1d

Shark Tank vibes, wolf-sized stakes 🐺💡

Wolf Den gives @ncstate.bsky.social students a Shark-Tank-inspired stage to pitch their ventures to live judges and an audience.

Submit your pitch by November 2 for a shot at Wolf Den 👉 buff.ly/A3orbTC

NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · 3d

Chills, thrills and entrepreneurial spills! 👻

Discover the suspenseful side of #entrepreneurship with chilling stories of setbacks, surprises and ultimate wins. Costumes are welcome, but the real treat is the inspiration!

Bite into spooky tales 👉 buff.ly/bTPdNrX

NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · 4d

Fresh, local and just a tap away! 🥬

@ncstateengr.bsky.social alum, John Ange (JA) Kernodle turned his love for technology and local markets into Locally Grown, an app that connects consumers directly to farmers. 🥕🚜

Read more here 👉 buff.ly/rZsy4Ft

NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · 10d

Say hello to the newest Entrepreneurship Student Ambassador Cohort! 👋

These eight students, drawn from undergraduate and graduate programs across @ncstate.bsky.social, are your go-to connectors for all things entrepreneurship on campus. 💡📚

Check out their stories 👉 buff.ly/kJ95X7v

NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · 11d

Face the startup frights! 👻

Join us for an evening of seasonal fun and entrepreneurial insight.

Hear how entrepreneurs braved their spookiest challenges, turned setbacks into opportunities and propelled their ventures forward. 🧙

Catch the spooky fun 👉 buff.ly/fx4tfmD

NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · 12d

Mentorship and community have come full circle for Dylan Gretok, founder of Seagull. 🐺

Learn more about Dylan’s experience as an entrepreneur in the first episode of Howl to Hustle: buff.ly/BnMyb5I

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#podcast #entrepreneurship

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NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · 12d

Learn more about the two intro courses, MIE 209 and MIE 309.

Entrepreneurship Courses Enhance Students' Career Readiness

NC State entrepreneurship courses designed to provide all students with the opportunity to learn valuable skills for any career.

entrepreneurship.ncsu.edu

NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · 12d

The Poole College of Management’s Business Entrepreneurship Minor is not just for business majors — it is built for creators, problem-solvers and changemakers across every discipline.

Read more at buff.ly/xq43tfD

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Future-Proof: How Poole College’s Entrepreneurship Minor Equips Students for Any Career

The business entrepreneurship minor at Poole College empowers students to apply entrepreneurial thinking to their passions and prepares them for success in any career path.

poole.ncsu.edu

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NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · 15d

Meet Dylan Gretok, an @ncstateengr.bsky.social student and founder of Seagull! 🐺

As the first guest on our new podcast, Howl to Hustle, Dylan shares his story from getting started with entrepreneurship to the full circle of mentorship.

Countdown until podcast release: 4 days 😎

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NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · 16d

Read more about last year's competition 🐺🌕 buff.ly/c0bYQ5a

Student Entrepreneurs Showcase Innovation at Wolf Den Competition

Five student teams competed for $5,000 at the Shark Tank-like competition, Wolf Den.

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NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · 16d

It’s Shark Tank, NC State style. 👀 🐺

At Wolf Den, @ncstate.bsky.social students have the opportunity to pitch their ventures in a Shark Tank–style showdown.

Submit your pitch by November 2 👉 buff.ly/492Av0L

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NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · 17d

We are celebrating 10 AMAZING years of the NC State Entrepreneurship Clinic in 2025!! 🎉

👥 900+ students
💼 100+ company projects
💸 $15.5 million in annual revenue reported by ALA companies
and so much more!

Read more about the impact of the Clinic and the big Demo Day celebration 👉

Celebrating a Decade of Innovation at the Entrepreneurship Clinic

The NC State Entrepreneurship Clinic celebrated its 10th anniversary at the 2025 Andrews Launch Accelerator Demo Day.

entrepreneurship.ncsu.edu

NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · 18d

Allow us to introduce...

🐺 Howl to Hustle 🐺

NC State Innovation and Entrepreneurship's newest podcast! Stay tuned to learn how Wolfpack entrepreneurs and innovators have hustled their way to success.

NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · 19d

Start here, go anywhere 🌱

The Albright Entrepreneurship Garage gives students a free, collaborative space to experiment, create and bring ideas to life.

Don't miss out — become a member today! 👉 buff.ly/WrE6z05

NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · 23d

Need help developing your startup idea? 🤔

LaunchPad is a semester-long program that helps undergraduate and graduate students at @ncstate.bsky.social explore and develop early-stage startup ideas.

Catch our next session on Thursday, Sept. 25 👉 buff.ly/Jgb3yll

NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · 24d

Throughout their six-month fellowship, the Miller Fellows are given resources and connections to help them grow personally and professionally.

A major thanks to Ted Benson for providing positive energy and insights to this cohort!

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NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · 25d

Ride the wave of innovation 🌊

Be part of the 5th Annual Blue Economy Workshop, October 24-25, with the Blue Economy Innovation Program in Morehead City, where students learn from experts and join a community of leaders driving innovation.

Take the leap and apply now! 📝 buff.ly/diBin81

NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · 26d

Calling all entrepreneurs! 📢

Join us on October 2 @ 6 pm for ALA: Launch. 🚀

Learn how to articulate, validate, and communicate your early-stage venture.

RSVP → buff.ly/2XY7otb

NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · Sep 10

One handshake. Endless opportunities 🤝

Ready to level up your network game? Join this Entrepreneurship Clinic event and discover strategies to network intentionally, connect with the right people and turn introductions into opportunities.

Don't miss out 👉 buff.ly/Hf0te0U

NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · Sep 9

Welcome to a place where anyone can be an entrepreneur! 🚀

Whether you want to work in an established organization or launch a business, there is a space for you here.

Through a wealth of programs, courses, and more, we provide you with tools for a successful future.

Join us 👉 buff.ly/KF7Qaok

NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · Sep 5

Step into your entrepreneurial era 🎯

GrepBeat College Night is your chance to connect with other changemakers, swap ideas and dive into the Triangle's thriving startup scene.

Snag your spot today 👉 buff.ly/QpCoLGs

NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · Sep 3

Student hustle to industry flex 💪

What began as a class project in the EEP has now turned into CN Seamless, a startup making steel fabrication more efficient with portable technology.

Read more in this article from Business NC 👉 buff.ly/wP8YeRf

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NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · Sep 2

Got a problem? A question?

We've got a solution!

With over 100 mentors from a variety of industries, we can help you take the next best step. From career advice to startup questions, we've got you covered.

Request a mentor today 👉 buff.ly/Spfj9zK

NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · Aug 28

We are thrilled to welcome back former student, ambassador and Miller Fellow, Jaclyn McVey, as the marketing and communications coordinator for NC State Innovation and Entrepreneurship.

Read more about her journey and experience 🐺 buff.ly/bfk3q6i

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NC State Innovation & Entrepreneurship @ncstateent.bsky.social · Aug 27

NC State provides students from all disciplines with the opportunity to think and do big throughout their entire college career. 💡🚀

This group of @ncstateengr.bsky.social students used the Albright Entrepreneurship Garage to do just that!

Read more 👉 buff.ly/K4uvKZT