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SUMMARY:Virtual Keynote Debate: Entrepreneurship: Can entrepreneurs solve the world's biggest problems?
DESCRIPTION:Entrepreneurship: Can entrepreneurs solve the world’s biggest problems?\nPresented by Tufts Gordon Institute in collaboration with Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts. \nEntrepreneurship is a key part of our economic and social life in today’s world. According to Global Entrepreneurship Monitor\, people have a favorable impression of entrepreneurship with 63% of Americans viewing it as a positive career choice. Around 31 million Americans\, or 16% of the adult workforce\, consider themselves to be entrepreneurs\, and more than half have started a business\, and over a quarter have started 2 or more!  \nWhether it is climate change\, global health crises\, or access to food and clean water\, the world faces some monumental problems in the years ahead. With so many of us engaged in entrepreneurship and in developing startups\, what role do entrepreneurs play in solving those problems? While prominent entrepreneurs like Jeff Bezos\, Elon Musk\, and Mark Zuckerberg have made their fortunes creating consumer goods and services in sectors such as leisure and transport\, can entrepreneurs use their talents and skills to help tackle the most pressing global issues as well? \nPlease join us to debate this fascinating and topical issue\, as our panel of experts seeks to answer the question: Can entrepreneurs solve the world’s biggest problems? \nTune in for this virtual Keynote Debate to gain insight into varied perspectives on this fascinating and cutting-edge topic\, right from your own home. Future Keynote Debates to be announced in the coming months. \nConfirmed panelists: \n\nJen Faigel\, Executive Director\, Commonwealth Kitchen\nDoug Hirsch\, A92\, Cofounder & Co-CEO\, GoodRx\nDr. Valencia Koomson\, Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering\, Tufts University\nSue Siegel\, Chair\, MIT Engine; Former Chief Innovation Officer of General Electric & Former CEO\, GE Ventures\n\nModerator: \n\nWill Trevor\, Director of Programs and Operations\, Tufts Gordon Institute
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/keynote-eship/
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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SUMMARY:Ecosystem event: Harvard iLab Talk | The Future of AI and Diversity with Rana el Kaliouby
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/harvard-ilab-rana-el-kaliouby/
LOCATION:Harvard iLab\, Batten Hall\, 125 Western Ave\,\, Allston\, MA\, 02134\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230630T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230630T103000
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SUMMARY:Engaging Cross Cultural Dialogue in the Social Impact Domain
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by the Tisch Summer Fellows program\, this conversation will bring together Tufts alumna\, Dr. Danika Tynes\, founder of the Sustainable Access Foundation and change-makers from Uganda including Babaluku – the godfather of hip hop in Uganda – and young entrepreneurs focued on creating long-lasting\, sustainable solutions to community-identified challenges. This interactive program seeks to mobilize young people for social impact\, including the opportunity to share resources and ideas among the Tufts community and entrepreneurs on the panel.
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/engaging-cross-cultural-dialogue-in-the-social-impact-domain/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231120T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231120T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T140142
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SUMMARY:The Cummings Way: Philanthropy Done Right - Fireside Chat With Bill Cummings
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Tufts University for a fireside chat with successful real estate entrepreneur and renowned philanthropist\, Bill Cummings\, A58\, H06\, J97P\, M97P. \nBill is the founder of Cummings Properties. In 1986\, Bill and Joyce Cummings established Cummings Foundation\, which has grown to be one of the three largest private foundations in New England. They were the first Massachusetts couple to join the Giving Pledge\, an international philanthropic organization founded by Bill and Melinda Gates and Warren Buffett\, and they have been honored to receive dozens of community accolades and honorary degrees. \nThe fireside chat will be moderated by Professor Usha Pasi of Tufts University. Refreshments will be served at a small reception with students\, faculty\, staff and community members after the event. \nAttendees are encouraged to read Bill’s self-written memoir\, Starting Small and Making It Big\, in advance. A free online copy is available at cummings.com/freebook. \nThis event is part of the Entrepreneurial Speaker Series and is hosted by the Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts University. Learn more: https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/billcummingstalk/
LOCATION:Joyce Cummings Center\, 177 College Ave\, Medford\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231121T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231121T144500
DTSTAMP:20260427T140142
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SUMMARY:Startup Panel: Fireside Chat With Hardware Founders
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Tufts University for a fireside chat with two hardware founders: Matt Fonte\, Founder & President of ColdSnap\, and Alicia Chong Rodriguez\, Founder & CEO of BloomerTech. \nCreating a growth style startup is hard. Creating and building a hardware startup is even harder. Come hear Matt and Alicia’s stories as they recount what it takes to build two wildly different hardware companies: One that serves delicious frozen desserts\, one scoop at a time\, and another that transforms cardiovascular health for women\, one bra at a time. \nThe fireside chat will be moderated by Professor Elaine Chen of Tufts University\, who herself is a hardware startup veteran. \nThis event is part of the “Inside the Classroom” segment of our Entrepreneurial Speaker Series and is hosted by the Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts University. Learn more: https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/startuppanel23/
LOCATION:Joyce Cummings Center\, 177 College Ave\, Medford\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T144500
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SUMMARY:Fireside chat with JC Burton\, CEO\, Maven Construction
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fireside chat with JocCole “JC” Burton. JC is CEO of Maven Construction. Ms. Burton is a Boston-based construction executive who has spent nearly three decades in the real estate development and construction industry. Ms. Burton is the founder and CEO of Maven Construction\, Inc. A Dorchester based general contractor with multimillion dollar annual revenue. Maven provides general contracting for the life science\, high density residential and tenant up-fit products. Ms. Burton has been a well sought after thought leader contributing to early versions of the LEED rating system\, publication of the EcoDistrict’s Protocol and founder of SRGE\, Boston’s Equity Impact Construction Incubator. Ms. Burton’s work has been acknowledged by the White House as a Champion of Change. \nJC will be joining us remotely in this hybrid fireside chat. The event will be moderated by Professor Moneer Azzam\, who is also the Founder and President of Beacon Climate Solutions. \nThis event is part of the “Inside the Classroom” segment of our Entrepreneurial Speaker Series and is hosted by the Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts University. Learn more: https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/jcburton23/
LOCATION:Joyce Cummings Center\, 177 College Ave\, Medford\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T140142
CREATED:20231025T145454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T132652Z
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SUMMARY:DU Speaker Series: Sustainable Leadership in Real Estate & PE
DESCRIPTION:Join us in a star-studded panel discussion with experienced PE and real estate leaders\, Rebecca Bendetson\, Dan Doherty\, and Brian Kavoogian\, moderated by Professor Jack Derby with further questions from Forbesbooks\, David Radlo (DU and AS ‘86). Learn how leaders are reducing the racial wealth gap and investing in underserved communities\, financing local sustainable growth\, and unlock the secret to creating high paying jobs and giving back where it matters. \nThis event is brought to you by DU in partnership with the Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts\, Fvlcrum Private Equity\, Eastern Real Estate\, National Development and Forbesbooks.
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/du-speaker-series-tranforming-to-a-new-and-better-world/
LOCATION:Cabot\, ASEAN Auditorium
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T193000
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CREATED:20240118T183551Z
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SUMMARY:An Entrepreneur's Journey on the Road Less Travelled with Stuart Weitzman
DESCRIPTION:Join this event to learn about Stuart Weitzman’s successful journey in footwear design and entrepreneurship! \nStuart Weitzman’s passion for design has been a lifelong pursuit\, leading to the internationally renowned company that bears his name. He has been honored extensively for his unique approach to entrepreneurship\, and for his uncompromising commitment to prioritizing function as an integral element of fashion. \nToday\, his shoes dominate red carpet events and are worn by celebrity fans around the world. Beyoncé\, Kate Middleton\, Meghan Markle\, Taylor Swift\, and Jennifer Lopez are just a few who are regularly seen in his designs\, along with millions of other women in over 70 countries. \nWeitzman approaches his extensive charitable endeavors with equal commitment. Among these are his ongoing support for a wide range of hospitals and medical research centers\, youth and sports organizations\, cultural institutions\, and the Prehistoric caves in the Altamira Region of Spain. He regularly mentors students on their entrepreneurial and design aspirations at several universities\, including the University of Pennsylvania\, Princeton\, Yale\, Dartmouth\, and the London Business School. \nStuart’s talk starts at 6pm in JCC160. Come at 5:30pm and enjoy pizza in the 1st floor hallway area before the event. \nThis event is hosted by the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in partnership with the Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts.
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/stuart-weitzman/
LOCATION:Joyce Cummings Center\, Room 160\, 177 College Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T193000
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SUMMARY:Mobile Pixels: A Hardware Startup That Began With A Broken Laptop
DESCRIPTION:Mobile Pixels Inc. was founded in 2018. Founder\, Jack\, was constantly frustrated by the lack of a secondary monitor that could help him work more efficiently. Feeling strangely nostalgic about the work monitor he used at his previous job\, he decided to build a laptop monitor from a broken laptop. That is how their first product Mobile Pixels Duex was born. \nFast forward to 2024\, and the company has no fewer than 10 products\, serving the display needs of mobile professionals whose offices are wherever their laptops happen to be. Join us in a fireside chat and hear the story of how these hardware founders combined the best technology in the market to create a lightweight portable monitor that increases your productivity and makes working efficient – and how they defied common wisdom about hardware business models and overcame challenges in hardware supply chain management to create a thriving and growing business. \nThis event is part of the “Inside the Classroom” segment of our Entrepreneurial Speaker Series and is hosted by the Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts University. Learn more: https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/mobilepixels/
LOCATION:Zoom Event
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T113000
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SUMMARY:Sona Comstar: Navigating Business and Personal Decisions To A Successful IPO
DESCRIPTION:Sona Comstar is a global automotive systems & components manufacturer with 9 plants spread across India\, China\, Mexico\, and the USA. The company delivers hardware and software automotive solutions in green automation. It is a leading supplier of critical systems and components to manufacturers of passenger vehicles\, commercial vehicles and tractors. \nJoin us to hear and Sunjay Kapur\, Chairman of Sona Comstar and Vivek Singh\, Managing Director and Group CEO\, recount the company’s journey as it grew its revenue by 8.9x and EBITDA by over 10x in the past 9 years under his leadership. The event will be moderated by Professor Kevin Oye\, Executive Director\, Tufts Gordon Institute. \nRefreshments will follow for in-person attendees. \nThis event is part of the Entrepreneurial Speaker Series\, hosted by the Derby Entrepreneurship Center and Tufts Gordon Institute at the School of Engineering\, Tufts University. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				JOIN THE POLL
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/sona-comstar/
LOCATION:First Floor Lobby\, Joyce Cummings Center\, 177 College Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T193000
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SUMMARY:Fireside Chat With Marc Lore\, Serial Entrepreneur\, Moonshot Seeker\, NBA Owner
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an interactive fireside chat with Marc Lore\, visionary entrepreneur\, investor\, moonshot seeker and NBA owner. From selling Jet.com to Walmart for $3.3 billion to leading Walmart’s eCommerce\, Marc will share insights on innovation\, leadership\, and his latest venture as CEO of Wonder Group. Don’t miss this chance to hear from a game-changing business leader! \nAbout Marc Lore: \nMarc Lore is Founder\, Chairman\, and CEO of Wonder Group\, a company that’s reinventing the at-home dining experience. Wonder is led by a team of proven entrepreneurs\, some of the world’s greatest chefs and culinary experts\, talented innovators from every area of the business\, and backed by top-tier venture capitalists. \nLore is also the newest NBA owner having purchased the Minnesota Timberwolves and Minnesota Lynx in Spring 2021 with his friend and business partner\, Alex Rodriguez. \nLore is the lead and largest investor in Archer\, an aerospace company building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft focused on improving mobility in cities. He is also Co-Founder and investor of Wizard\, a company transforming e-commerce with conversational AI\, and Mojo\, a sports stock market\, where fans can use their knowledge to invest in sports like never before. \nTelosa is Lore’s legacy project – a city he is building from scratch to test a new model for society\, called Equitism. The city will eventually house five million residents and plans to set the global standard for urban living and expand human potential by becoming a blueprint for future generations. \nPrior to this\, Lore started and sold four companies\, most recently\, Jet.com which was acquired by Walmart in 2016 for $3.3 billion. Until 2021\, Lore served as the president and CEO of Walmart U.S. eCommerce. Lore was also the co-founder and CEO of Quidsi\, the parent company of e-commerce websites Diapers.com\, Soap.com\, Wag.com\, and more. The company was sold to Amazon in 2011 for $550 million. \nHe graduated from Bucknell University\, receiving a Bachelor of Arts in business management and economics. \nThis event is part of the Entrepreneurial Celebrity Series\, hosted by the Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts University.
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/marclore/
LOCATION:Joyce Cummings Center\, 177 College Ave\, Medford\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series,entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T203000
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SUMMARY:What It Takes To Be A Non-Profit Leader!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 3rd Annual Delta Upsilon Speaker Series. Listen\, engage and network with friends\, professors and Tufts alums about what it takes to be successful as dynamic leaders in the complex world of not-for-profits. Pizza will be served at 6:00pm. Open to all! \nConfirmed Speakers: \n\nJay Calnan\, E87 – Co-Founder\, Team Impact\nLily Siddall – Head Coach of Tufts Women’s Rowing – 2024 NCAA Champions\nChris Nowinski – Founding CEO of the Concussion Legacy Foundation\n\nHosted by: \n\nDavid Radlo\, A86 – Board Advisor and Operating Partner\, DavidRadlo.com & FVLCRUM Funds\nJack Derby\, Founder\, Derby Entrepreneurship Center; CEO\, Derby Management
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/nonprofitleader/
LOCATION:Cabot\, ASEAN Auditorium
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series,entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T191500
DTSTAMP:20260427T140142
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SUMMARY:Fireside chat with Chris Gardner\, Early Stage Investor at Underscore VC
DESCRIPTION:Chris Gardner\, Partner at Underscore VC\, will join us for a fireside chat about all things early-stage investing: what they look for in a team\, the attributes of a great opportunity in a great market\, the kind of validation and traction that get investors excited and more. \nAbout Chris Gardner: \nChris is Underscore VC’s resident builder\, happiest when he’s hands-on with a project. At Underscore VC\, that means identifying and investing in uniquely qualified founders\, and then helping to build their company in any way needed: networker\, salesperson\, mentor\, coach\, psychotherapist\, even drinking buddy. \nHis tinkering and building extend to his personal life\, where you’ll find him getting hands-on in any manner of project. Car maintenance? He has a lift in his garage. Music? He’s recording an album in his barn studio. Cooking? His BBQ ribs are the stuff of legend. In short\, if he can get his hands on it\, he can master it (except golf; don’t ever ask Chris to play golf). \nThough he’s known as a FinTech entrepreneur\, Chris is a self-professed nerd and technology omnivore who\, prior to Underscore VC\, spent nearly three decades at companies focused on speech recognition\, video streaming\, mobile marketing\, mobile messaging\, e-billing\, and document management. His last five roles all resulted in exits that created good outcomes for employees and investors. \nMost recently\, Chris was an executive at PayPal and led their P2P\, PayPal Here\, and In-Store payments products after Paydiant\, the company he co-founded and built\, was acquired by PayPal in 2015. Prior to that\, Chris was CMO and head of products at ExtendMedia\, a video content delivery and commerce platform software company that was acquired by Cisco in 2010; SVP of Products and Marketing at m-Qube\, North America’s leading premium SMS mobile payments provider that was acquired by Verisign in 2006; and VP of Products and Marketing at edocs\, Inc.\, an e-billing\, payments\, and customer self-service company that was acquired by Siebel Systems in 2004. \nChris earned a BA in Communications from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst a really long time ago. \nThis event is part of the Entrepreneurial Speaker Series\, hosted by the Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts University. \n 
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/chrisgardner/
LOCATION:Joyce Cummings Center\, 177 College Ave\, Medford\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series,entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T140142
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SUMMARY:Women Entrepreneurial Leaders In Action
DESCRIPTION:In support of Women Entrepreneurship Week (October 19-24)\, DEC will be hosting four young alumna in our “Women Entrepreneurial Leaders In Action” panel where they will share how they apply the entrepreneurial method in their respective roles: \n\nMitchie Qiao\, MSIM23 (Moderator): Analyst @ Innosight\nTisa Berman\, A11: Senior Product Manager\, advisory @ The Bridgespan Group; Cofounder & former CPO\, StartupTree\nJudy Charamand\, E22: UX Designer\nHillary Sieber\, A12: Investor\n\nDiscover how innovation thrives in the workplace\, learn about the challenges and rewards of leadership at any level\, and explore how you can apply your entrepreneurship education at Tufts to future internships\, jobs\, or ventures.
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/womenentrepreneurs/
LOCATION:Joyce Cummings Center\, 177 College Ave\, Medford\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series,entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T200000
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CREATED:20241023T190300Z
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SUMMARY:David Meerman Scott
DESCRIPTION:David Meerman Scott is a WSJ bestselling author of “The New Rules of Marketing and PR” and “Fanocracy”. A leading marketing strategist\, he focuses on real-time engagement and building passionate communities around brands. With extensive experience in technology and media\, Scott has consulted for companies globally\, helping them leverage digital strategies to connect authentically with their audiences. His impactful insights make him a sought-after speaker and thought leader in the marketing field. Register using QR code on graphic.
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/david-meerman-scott/
LOCATION:JCC 270\, 177 College Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series,entrepreneurship,Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T161500
DTSTAMP:20260427T140142
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SUMMARY:Fireside chat with Eunice Chapon\, Impact Investor\, Screenwriter\, Filmmaker
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fireside chat with impact investor\, independent movie producer/director and Tufts Alumna\, Eunice Chapon. \nAbout Eunice Chapon \nEunice is a Director of Impact at BrightEdge\, an investment arm of the American Cancer Society. BrightEdge operates at the intersection of impact\, innovation\, and investment to accelerate the American Cancer Society’s goal to reduce cancer mortality. Eunice brings a unique blend of business\, operational\, legal and technology. She has extensive experience serving senior roles at complex and highly matrixed financial organizations. Additionally\, Eunice is an up-and-coming film producer/director. Her short film\, “The Shape of Money“\, has been featured in several film festivals. \nEunice holds her bachelor degree from Tufts University and Law Degree from William and Mary. She is an active volunteer of many organizations that includes a long-term member of the Asian-American Lawyers Association of Massachusetts and has served on the Board of Trustees for the International School of Boston. \nThis event is part of the Entrepreneurial Speaker Series\, hosted by the Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts University.
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/eunicechapon/
LOCATION:Room 180\, Joyce Cummings Center\, 177 College Avenue\, Suite 390\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series,entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T191500
DTSTAMP:20260427T140142
CREATED:20240911T164238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T112335Z
UID:12303-1731434400-1731438900@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Fireside chat with Matt Cillis\, Chief Sales Officer at Bitwarden
DESCRIPTION:Join us and hear about sales and marketing from Matt Cillis\, Chief Sales Officer at Bitwarden. Matt is one of the best value-based sellers in software sales. With a background in Civil and Environmental Engineering coupled with decades of sales experience\, Matt brings a unique cross disciplinary perspective to enterprise sales. \nAbout Matt Cillis \nMatt Cillis is an accomplished Vice President of Sales with extensive experience in software sales. He has a proven track record of driving success in the industry. He is currently the Chief Sales Officer at Bitwarden. Previous to Bitwarden\, he served as the Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) or head of Sales for a series of innovative software companies\, including Ably\, Instana (acquired by IBM)\, CloudBees\, Splunk and Dell EMC. Matt built his distinguished career in software sales after serving as a project engineer in engineering consulting companies. \nMatt holds a Master’s degree in Engineering – Civil & Environmental from Cornell University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Clarkson University. \n  \nThis event is part of the Entrepreneurial Speaker Series\, hosted by the Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts University. \n 
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/mattcillis/
LOCATION:Joyce Cummings Center\, 177 College Ave\, Medford\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series,entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T191500
DTSTAMP:20260427T140142
CREATED:20240911T165750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T224713Z
UID:12310-1731520800-1731525300@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Hardware Startup Panel
DESCRIPTION:Creating a growth style startup is hard. Creating and building a hardware startup is even harder. Come hear the founding stories of Macauley Kenney\, MIT Entrepreneur-in-Residence\, expert maker and serial social entrepreneur\, and Max Makeev\, Cofounder of Gopher Motion and OwlLabs\, as they recount what it takes to build a startup around hardware products that cost more and take longer to build than most software products. \nThe fireside chat will be moderated by Professor Elaine Chen\, who herself is a hardware startup veteran. \nThis event is part of the Entrepreneurial Speaker Series\, hosted by the Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts University.
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/hardwarepanel24/
LOCATION:Joyce Cummings Center\, 177 College Ave\, Medford\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series,entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T140142
CREATED:20240911T171718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T152629Z
UID:12316-1731942000-1731951000@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Starting Small And Making It Big: The Cummings Way
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Tufts University for a fireside chat and book signing event with successful real estate entrepreneur and renowned philanthropist Bill Cummings\, A58\, H06\, J97P\, M97P\, moderated by Professor Usha Pasi\, who teaches Nonprofits\, Philanthropy and Impact. Refreshments and book signing for the 7th Edition of Bill’s book\, “Starting Small And Making It Big”\, will follow after the fireside chat. \nAbout Bill Cummings \nBill is the founder of Cummings Properties. In 1986\, Bill and Joyce Cummings established Cummings Foundation\, which has grown to be one of the three largest private foundations in New England. They were the first Massachusetts couple to join the Giving Pledge\, an international philanthropic organization founded by Bill Gates\, Melinda French Gates and Warren Buffett\, and they have been honored to receive dozens of community accolades and honorary degrees. \nBill recently published the seventh edition of his self-written memoir\, Starting Small and Making It Big. Following the fireside chat\, Bill will host a book signing\, and refreshments will be served at a reception with students\, faculty\, staff and community members. \nThis event is part of the Entrepreneurial Celebrity Series and is hosted by the Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts University. Learn more: https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/billcummings24/
LOCATION:Joyce Cummings Center\, 177 College Ave\, Medford\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series,entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T140142
CREATED:20250128T025957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T030333Z
UID:13478-1738237500-1738242000@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Entrepreneurial Speaker Series: Dan Tyre\, Founder and CEO\, Tyre Angel
DESCRIPTION:Join us to hear from Dan Tyre\, Founder and CEO of Tyre Angel and former HubSpot executive\, as he shares his expertise on entrepreneurship and the science of sales. As HubSpot’s sixth employee\, first salesperson\, and longtime head of sales\, Dan played a key role in growing the company from its earliest stages to a $37 billion valuation. \nAbout Dan Tyre \nDan Tyre is a visionary entrepreneur\, speaker\, author\, and mentor with over 20 years of experience at HubSpot\, where he was instrumental in shaping the company’s sales and partnership strategies. Since leaving HubSpot\, Dan has dedicated himself to “Doing the Most Good for the Universe” through Tyre Angel\, supporting entrepreneurial ventures as an investor\, advisor\, and board member. He has a portfolio of 30+ investments and is a Limited Partner in Stage 2 Capital. \nDan’s engaging and direct approach\, coupled with his lifelong commitment to empowering entrepreneurs\, makes him a sought-after speaker worldwide. Don’t miss this chance to learn from one of the pioneers in sales and marketing. \nThis event is part of the Entrepreneurial Speaker Series\, hosted by the Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts University.
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/dantyre/
LOCATION:Tufts Venture Lab (JCC301)\, 177 College Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series,entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T143000
DTSTAMP:20260427T140142
CREATED:20250221T222927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T195855Z
UID:13686-1741095000-1741098600@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Fireside Chat With Donna Levin\, Educator\, Business Leader and Entrepreneur
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inspirational fireside chat with Donna Levin\, educator\, leader and entrepreneur. Donna is the CEO of the Arthur M Blank School for Entrepreneurial Leadership at Babson College. She is cofounder of care.com\, an online marketplace for families to find childcare\, senior care\, care for those with special needs\, care for home\, tutoring support and pet care. \nAbout Donna Levin \nDonna is an accomplished entrepreneur and business leader with a broad and impressive portfolio of academic leadership credentials\, She joined Babson from Worcester Polytechnic Institute\, where she served as the college’s first executive director of innovation and entrepreneurship. In addition to cofounding Care.com\, she also served as vice president of operations for UPromise. Levin received a BA from Emerson College and an Executive MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management. \nThis event is part of the Entrepreneurial Celebrity Series and is hosted by the Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts University. Learn more: https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/donnalevin/
LOCATION:Room 140\, Joyce Cummings Center
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series,entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T161500
DTSTAMP:20260427T140142
CREATED:20250221T231313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T233034Z
UID:13695-1741100400-1741104900@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Building and leading software teams
DESCRIPTION:Join us in an interactive fireside chat about software leadership with Tufts alumni Max Makeev and Mark Schnittman\, cofounders of Gopher Motion\, which is developing an autonomous mobile robot for last-mile delivery of goods. Max and Mark have a wealth of startup experience in robotics\, AI and software development\, having built products at iRobot\, Romotive and Owl Labs prior to cofounding Gopher Motion. \nThis event is part of the Entrepreneurial Speaker Series. Hosted by the Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts University. Learn more: https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/softwareteams/
LOCATION:Tufts Venture Lab (JCC301)\, 177 College Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series,entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T140142
CREATED:20250221T195112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T212439Z
UID:13676-1741109400-1741114800@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Fireside chat with two Jumbos: Molly Ryan and Lyn Ferreira of ColdSnap®
DESCRIPTION:Join us to hear about ColdSnap®’s founding story from Molly Ryan\, A22\, Entrepreneurship Minor graduate\, and Lyn Ferreira\, MS Nutrition Science And Policy\, 2019. \nThe idea for ColdSnap® came to founder Tufts MSEM and Ph.D. Graduate\, Matt Fonte\, through a bedtime brainstorming session with his two daughters. The company went on to create and launch a single serve ice cream that uses completely recyclable cartridges that do not need refrigeration\, eliminating cold storage and transportation from the frozen treats supply chain. \nWe will also hear the career path planning story of how Molly\, a Child Studies and Human Development major with a double minor in Education and Entrepreneurship\, and Lyn\, who has experience in marketing and sales and in nutrition science and policy\, leveraged diverse professional experiences to explore different fields\, which led to their current roles at ColdSnap®. \nThis event is in-person only. We will be offering ice cream tasting before the speaker event while supplies last. \nThis “Inside the Classroom” event is hosted by Derby Entrepreneurship Center in partnership with two entrepreneurship courses at Tufts: ENT100 Creativity\, Innovation & Entrepreneurial Thinking & ENT164 Introduction To Making.
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/coldsnap/
LOCATION:Joyce Cummings Center\, Room 160\, 177 College Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series,entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T191500
DTSTAMP:20260427T140142
CREATED:20250128T031624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T032055Z
UID:13484-1744653600-1744658100@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Entrepreneurial Speaker Series: Catherine Popper\, Angel Investor
DESCRIPTION:Join us to hear from Catherine Popper\, an angel investor and advisor to early-stage startups\, as she shares her expertise on early-stage investing and the keys to successful partnerships. Catherine\, a proud Jumbo\, brings a wealth of knowledge on how to turn innovative ideas into reality through financial investment. \nAbout Catherine Popper \nCatherine Popper is a seasoned angel investor and advisor to startups\, with extensive experience guiding early-stage ventures to success. She has worked closely with founders to navigate the complexities of early-stage funding\, providing strategic insights and fostering valuable partnerships. As a Tufts alum\, Catherine brings a unique perspective to supporting entrepreneurial ecosystems and driving innovation. \nThis event will include time for Q&A\, so bring your questions and prepare to gain actionable insights into the world of startup investing. \nThis event is part of the Entrepreneurial Speaker Series\, hosted by the Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts University.
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/catherinepopper/
LOCATION:Room 260\, Joyce Cummings Center\, 177 College Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series,entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T140142
CREATED:20250408T200800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T193856Z
UID:14106-1744912800-1744918200@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Student Event: Alpha Kappa Psi Spring Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/alpha-kappa-psi-spring-speaker-series/
LOCATION:Tufts University
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T113000
DTSTAMP:20260427T140142
CREATED:20250905T160007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T203335Z
UID:14762-1757673000-1757676600@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Building Backwards To Tech: Three Robot Startup Stories
DESCRIPTION:As technologists\, we often spend too much time inventing point solutions\, and not enough time thinking about how to turn what we invent into practical\, deployable\, systems-level solutions that solve real problems and create real impact. In this talk\, we will share stories of startups that failed by fixating on tech\, and startups that are making a difference by building backwards from the impact they know they can have. You will come away with insights that will help you reframe your approach to research and development\, so you can develop cutting edge technologies that matter. \nWe will have time at the end for an AMA (ask me anything) session where we can discuss anything from corporate innovation to career options for technologists in a variety of professional settings. \n*The name of the talk is inspired by the book\, “Building Backwards To Biotech” by Stephanie A. Wisner. \nAbout Elaine Chen \nElaine is the Cummings Family Professor of the Practice in Entrepreneurship and the Director of the award-winning Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts University. She is also the Founder and Managing Director of ConceptSpring\, a corporate innovation and entrepreneurship consulting company. \nElaine has served at the VP level at six companies\, including Rethink Robotics\, Zeo\, Zeemote and SensAble Technologies. She has brought numerous hardware and software products to market and holds 22 patents.  Elaine has been teaching startup and corporate entrepreneurship in higher education since 2011 at MIT and Tufts University. At ConceptSpring\, Elaine leverages her rich entrepreneurial experience to help clients make their organizations more entrepreneurial via innovation consulting services and custom training programs. \nElaine holds a BS and an MS in mechanical engineering from MIT. \nThis event is hosted by Derby Entrepreneurship Center. Learn more at https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu  \n 
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/buildingbackwards-robots/
LOCATION:JCC170\, 177 College Avenue\, Medford\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Innovation month,Speaker Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T144500
DTSTAMP:20260427T140142
CREATED:20250920T175559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T212946Z
UID:14892-1760621400-1760625900@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Hardware Product Panel: Robots\, 3D Printing\, warehouse automation\, oh my!
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about how hardware companies are built and how hardware products are developed? Hear from industry veterans who have built a wide variety of hardware products\, spanning wearable consumer electronics\, mobile phones\, industrial robots\, warehouse automation\, and somersaulting and cycling robots. Come away with an understanding of the hardware product development process\, spanning ideation\, advanced research and development\, product development\, manufacturing and operations\, and product launch. \nOur confirmed panelists include: \n\nDr. Jenny Barry\, Research Lead\, Robotics AI Institute. Jenny is a roboticist with more than ten years of experience making robots move smoothly\, work autonomously\, and get taught new tasks more easily. Jenny holds a Bachelor of Arts in Physics from Swarthmore College and a Ph.D. in Computer Science from MIT.\nJon Bond\, General Manager\, Fused Filament Fabrication\, Nano Dimension. Jon has a wealth of hardware experience\, having worked on everything from decorative hardware products to sports equipment\, industrial robotics\, and 3d printers. Jon holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Tufts University.\nDr. Mike Caine\, Director of Hardware Operations at the Robotics AI Institute\, who has a wealth of experience building different types of hardware products. Mike holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Tufts University and an MS and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from MIT.\nThis panel is moderated by Professor Elaine Chen\, a hardware startup veteran and recovering roboticist who had worked with Jenny and Mike to build collaborative manufacturing robots in a prior life. Elaine holds a Bachelor and Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from MIT.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is an Inside the Classroom event hosted by Professor Thomas Van de Velde\, who teaches ENT164 Introduction to Making and ENT193.02 Lean Software Leadership at Tufts University.
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/hardware-f25/
LOCATION:JCC 301\, 177 College Ave\, Medford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T140142
CREATED:20250922T023203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T185105Z
UID:14918-1760626800-1760630400@derbyecenter.tufts.edu
SUMMARY:Tackling Climate Solutions With Heather Takle\, President & CEO\, PowerOptions
DESCRIPTION:Join us in a fireside chat with climate entrepreneur\, Heather Takle. With 20+ years of leadership and innovation experience\, Heather Takle is a dynamic executive and veteran leader in the climate and energy sector. She has a track record of driving innovation\, business growth\, and operational excellence with a mission-driven focus on climate change impact. Her deep industry experience includes investing in\, innovating and scaling businesses and products including solar + storage\, microgrids\, grid-interactive buildings and efficiency\, waste-to-energy\, vehicle electrification\, and software-enabled solutions. Throughout her career\, she has focused on both energy independence in North America and in achieving access in the developing world. \nThis is an Inside the Classroom event hosted by Professor Moneer Azzam\, who teaches ENT101 Entrepreneurship and Business Planning. Moneer himself is a serial climate entrepreneur and is currently the Founder and Principal of Beacon Climate Innovations.
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/heathertakle25/
LOCATION:JCC 170\, 177 College Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T161500
DTSTAMP:20260427T140142
CREATED:20250908T204634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T210152Z
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SUMMARY:"All Profits To Nonprofits": How Cummings Foundation Supports 1400+ Local Organizations
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fireside chat with Joyce Vyriotes\, Executive Director of Cummings Foundation\, one of the largest private foundations in New England and learn why Cummings Properties donates all net income each year to Cummings Foundation\, which supports 1400+ local organizations with their local grant program. \nJoyce Cummings and Bill Cummings (A58\, H06\, J97P\, M97P) established Cummings Foundation\, Inc. in 1986. Woburn-based Cummings Foundation has awarded $ 600 million in grants to greater Boston nonprofits alone. Its giving is concentrated in Middlesex\, Essex\, and Suffolk counties plus several abutting communities in Norfolk county\, and it benefits a broad range of causes. \nThe Cummings also have a special interest in Rwanda\, where the Foundation collaborates with Partners In Health and a limited number of other organizations to aid in that East African country’s post-genocide recovery and rebuilding. \nThe Cummings quietly contributed to the local community for many years. Then\, in May 2011\, they joined The Giving Pledge\, an organization founded by Bill and Melinda Gates and Warren Buffet through which some of the world’s wealthiest individuals and couples have publicly pledged to donate at least half of their assets for philanthropic purposes. Bill and Joyce had already donated 90 percent of their wealth. \nThis is an Inside the Classroom speaker event hosted by Professor Usha Pasi who teaches ENT142 Nonprofits\, Philanthropy and Impact at Tufts University. \nAbout Joyce Vyriotes \nVyriotes came to the Cummings organization as marketing manager in 2010 and\, over the years\, established a communications department that supports both Cummings Properties and Cummings Foundation. During much of this time\, she also served as deputy director of the Foundation\, and was one of the chief architects of its major annual grant-making initiative and volunteer program. \nIn 2021\, Vyriotes became the third executive director in the Foundation’s history. She is\, however\, still employed by Cummings Properties and retains her responsibilities as director of communications and marketing for the commercial real estate firm. \nVyriotes began her business career doing sales and marketing for Boston Duck Tours\, before moving to Arizona\, where she spent a decade in fundraising and patient services for nonprofit organizations. A graduate of Mount Holyoke College\, she also earned a master’s in Integrated Marketing Communications from West Virginia University. Vyriotes was raised in Melrose and currently resides in Reading with her husband\, Paul. \nAbout Usha Pasi \nUsha Pasi has spent her career serving as an advocate for donors and institutions pursuing their philanthropic and programmatic aims\, and she has advised boards and organizations about best practices in governance. Her experience includes increasingly responsible roles at Columbia University\, Yale University\, the Museum of Fine Arts Boston\, Facing History and Ourselves\, the Cambridge Community Foundation\, and consulting roles with local and international organizations including Stanford University. Her consulting practice includes work as an executive coach\, development and governance guidance\, scaling of entrepreneurial organizations\, and counseling on building inclusive organizations. \nShe serves on the boards of the Boston Book Festival\, Be Well Be Here\, the Arlington Libraries Foundation\, and she is also a member of the Harvard Graduate School of Education Alumni Council. Usha is committed to expanding professional development opportunities for her colleagues in the field\, and as a board member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals served as a mentor in AFP’s Diversity and Inclusion Fellowship program. She also served as President of Women in Development of Greater Boston. \nUsha holds an Ed.M. degree from Harvard University and her undergraduate degree from SUNY-Binghamton. She was awarded a Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship in Improved Fundraising Capabilities. In addition\, she holds an Executive Certificate in Nonprofit Management from the Harvard Kennedy School and a certificate in Diversity and Inclusion from Cornell University.
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/cummingstalk25/
LOCATION:First Floor Lobby\, Joyce Cummings Center\, 177 College Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T191500
DTSTAMP:20260427T140142
CREATED:20250909T135901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T201320Z
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SUMMARY:Women in Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:In support of Women Entrepreneurship Week (October 19-24)\, DEC will be hosting women leaders in our “Women in Entrepreneurship” panel\, where they will share how they apply the entrepreneurial method in their respective roles. \nOur confirmed panelists are drawn from different settings\, spanning startups\, small to medium businesses\, nonprofits\, and established corporations. Confirmed panelists include: \n\nAbbeygale Anderson\, Founding Partner\, Cross Impact Capital\nJazmine Colman\, Cofounder\, QuiltHealth\nJulia Hallman\, Owner\, Formaggio Kitchen\nModerator: Julia Giatrelis\, A24\, MSIM25\, Product Marketing Associate at CarGurus\n\nThis is an Inside the Classroom event hosted by Professor Betsy Goodrich\, who teaches ENT100 Creativity\, Innovation and Entrepreneurial Thinking. \nAbout Abbeygale Anderson \nAbbeygale is the Founder of Cross Impact Capital. Previously\, Abbey was an Investor at Stone Point Capital\, where she focused on investing in businesses within the global financial services industry. \nAbout Jazmine Colman \nJazmine Coleman\, Co-founder of Quilt Health and Boston native\, is dedicated to transforming the healthcare experience. Throughout her career\, she has driven healthcare innovation and championed a more patient-centered future. \nAbout Julia Hallman \nJulia Hallman is the owner of Formaggio Kitchen\, a specialty food store dedicated to discovering and providing the finest artisan cheese and specialty foods available domestically and abroad. \n About our moderator\, Julia Giatrelis\, A24\, MSIM25 \nJulia Giatrelis is a double Jumbo who is currently a Product Marketing Associate at CarGurus. She is also the Founder & CEO of GlutenFreedomForAll\, a gluten free snack company for people with celiac disease.
URL:https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/women-in-entrepreneurship/
LOCATION:JCC 260\, 177 College Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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