The Six Week Startup

In this new year, Louisiana Tech University continues engaging entrepreneurs and innovators across north Louisiana.  Over the next few weeks, there are several ways for young founders and business leaders to get connected, gain information, and make headway pursuing new opportunities.
 
The Six Week Startup focuses on establishing business viability through the development of a business model canvas.  This training series is held at 6:00 PM on alternating Tuesdays – January 9, January 23, February 6 and February 20.
 
On Tuesday, January 16 at 6:00 PM, entrepreneurs can learn to effectively convey their message, practice their delivery and receive feedback on how to create awareness, gain favor, build support and elicit action for their business concepts at the Prepare for and Practice Your Pitch workshop.
 
New ventures in north Louisiana are invited to present their big idea at the Won in One pitch competition to compete for cash prizes, gain audience support, win judge’s votes and generate interest for their enterprise on Thursday, January 18 at 6:00 PM.
 
Each of these events is FREE and will be held at the Louisiana Tech University Rawle Enterprise Center at 509 W Alabama Ave in Ruston.  More information about the January calendar and other events is available by calling 318 257-3537 or emailing tbdc@latech.edu. 
 
From the initial idea, through the development of a business model and investor deck, at the launch of a new venture and into the ongoing operations, startups and their founders have a long and challenging road.  You can be a great help and inspiration throughout this journey.  As an experienced and successful business leader, please attend some of our events to offer insight, experience and encouragement.
 
You can also help us identify and involve the most promising individuals.  As you encounter young and aspiring entrepreneurs, forward this message or contact information and share the opportunity for these future leaders to become engaged in training, networking, counseling and support through the university.
 
Louisiana Tech is excited about the development and growth of north Louisiana’s entrepreneurial spirit, our new business founders, and their emerging enterprises.  We also invite and appreciate your support for their success.
 
Best Regards, 
Kathy Wyatt, Director
Enterprise Center and Technology Business Development Center
Louisiana Tech University
P.O. Box 3145, Ruston, LA  71272
Phone: 318 257-3537
Fax: 318 257-4442
Email: kwyatt@cloud.latech.edu