What we’re about
We create opportunities for entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs to network, learn, connect and collaborate. We invite everyone to be a part of the vibrant entrepreneurial culture that is thriving in New Jersey. Our Meetups are held in Montclair, N.J. Meetups are organized by the Feliciano Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation at Montclair State University.
Please join us if you’re an entrepreneur, aspiring entrepreneur, investor, local resident, or a service provider who caters to entrepreneurs.
Interested in presenting your startup? Interested in being a featured speaker? Message us through Meetup.
This Meetup is also affiliated with Women Entrepreneurship Week, an initiative started by the Feliciano Center in 2014. Learn more at WomenEntrepreneurshipWeek.com
Finally, the Feliciano Center's MIX Lab is a 3D printing innovation center that houses more than 60 digital devices, mostly 3D printers, and is recognized as a regional leader in melding design, creative problem-solving and innovation. MIX (Making and Innovating for X, where X is the unknown) also delivers curriculum for our 9-credit Certificate in Innovation & Digitally Mediated Making.
Upcoming events (2)
See all- The Business of Doing GoodNeeds location$20.00
Can you "do good" and make money at the same time?
Join us for this thoughtful and thought-provoking panel discussion to learn how to reimagine success by measuring both financial returns and social impact. Our panelists will share their experiences in building and leading organizations that drive positive change while maintaining sustainable business models. Discover practical insights on integrating purpose with strategy, measuring social impact, and building a culture that balances profit with purpose.
The event will kickoff with open networking, food, and drinks, followed by the panel discussion and Q&A.
Our Panelists:
Melissa Baralt (moderator), Founder and CEO at Bee Better
Wendy Lacey, Founder of Cornerstone Montclair
Mike O'Brien, CEO at America's Promise Alliance
George Oliphant, Host and Producer of George to the RescueWith Opening Remarks from Dave Placek, CEO of BDP Holdings
*Event ticket fee is $20.
Register and pay HERE.Questions? Email us at: entrepreneurs@montclair.edu
- AI Fundamentals For EntrepreneursLink visible for attendees$299.00
AI Fundamentals For Entrepreneurs Certification Program
REGISTER TODAY!Transform your business with practical AI knowledge and tools
This immersive certificate program is specifically designed for entrepreneurs and small business owners looking to harness the power of artificial intelligence.Over five weeks, you'll gain hands-on experience with AI tools and strategies that can immediately enhance your business operations, improve decision-making, and elevate customer engagement.
Dates: July 10 - August 7 (5 weeks)
Time: Thursdays, 12-1:30p (1.5 hours) - live over Zoom.
Price: $299 community members, $50 students### What You'll Learn:
- Identify opportunities to implement AI in your specific business context
- Select and deploy the right AI tools for your business needs
- Automate routine tasks to free up valuable time and resources
- Analyze customer data to uncover actionable insights
- Enhance marketing efforts through AI-powered personalization
- Make more informed business decisions using predictive analytics
- Navigate the ethical considerations of AI implementation
### Who Should Attend:
- Entrepreneurs and Business Owners who have time and/or funding constraints and need to create more efficiency in their business.
- Business leaders who are looking to stay ahead of the AI curve and want to understand how to better use AI in their day-to-day operations.
- Founders who are looking to automate specific business processes so that they can become more creative, strategic leaders.
- Professionals who want to upskill in AI without needing technical expertise.
- Small Business Owners or Solopreneurs specifically looking to leverage AI as a competitive advantage.
Spaces are limited and this course will sell out, so REGISTER TODAY!
