Save the Date!

Thursday, October 28, 2010
8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

University of Arizona
 

Schedule at a Glance

7:30 a.m.
Registration and Breakfast

8:30 a.m.
Welcome and Introduction
Keynote Address:
Tapping the Source of Renewal and Competitiveness

9:15 a.m.
Morning General Session:

Understanding and Maximizing the Innovation Supply Chain in the University Community

Noon
Luncheon sponsored by the University of Arizona

Thomas R. Brown Award in Entrepreneurship
Grubb & Ellis Emergent Entrepreneurs Award
Addresses by Top UA Administrators

1:30 p.m.
Entrepreneur Resources:
Tradeshow and Networking

2:15 p.m.
Small Discussion Groups:
Hot Topics for Local and Regional Prosperity

3:30 p.m.
Entrepreneur Resources:
Tradeshow and Networking

4:00 p.m.
Tradeshow Awards
Today's Science, Tomorrow's Business
Closing Reception

6:30 p.m.
Desert Angels Screening Dinner

Separate registration and fee applies

Advancing Companies, Communities,
and People through the University

Join us for IdeaFunding 2010 as we explore how Southern Arizonans can make the most of a top research university to advance our companies, communities, and people.

This year's topics will include:

Plan Now to Attend

Hosted in Tucson, Arizona since 1995, IdeaFunding is a one-day workshop for entrepreneurs, individuals interested in bringing a new produce or service to market, early-stage companies, and individuals within established firms exploring entrepreneurial directions.

Exceptional keynote addresses, the Thomas. R. Brown Award, the Emergent Entrepreneur Award, and an entrepreneur's resource tradeshow are part of the day's events.

Cost (includes breakfast, lunch, reception, and all materials):

Registration will open on or before September 7, 2010. Please check back.

IdeaFunding will be followed by the Desert Angels Screening Dinner. Separate registration and an additional fee are required for the dinner.

Sponsorship and Tradeshow Opportunities Now Available

If you are interested in sponsorship, or in the event tradeshow for firms that support and advance entrepreneurs, please contact us at ideafunding@eller.arizona.edu. We have packages to fit most any interest level.