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Who should attend EntrepreneurshipWeek and why?

Anyone who is an entrepreneur, or anyone who had ever considered becoming an entrepreneur, should attend the EntrepreneurshipWeek USA events, especially the Entrepreneur Expo on Friday, March 2 at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center.

What can attendees hope to get out of EntrepreneurshipWeek USA?

Each of our events focus on one or more issues important to entrepreneurs. The Entrepreneur Expo, for example, will feature exhibitions by 30 to 40 organizations that provide services for entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs. We’ll also have speakers addressing topics such as “How to Write a Business Plan,” “Strategic Planning,” “Technology for Your Business,” “Electronic Marketing for Small Businesses,” “How to Go Public,” and more.

What is the significance in having an event like this in northern Nevada?

EntrepreneurshipWeek USA is a nationwide event created to celebrate the importance of entrepreneurs. Given their role in Nevada’s past, present and future, it’s fitting that Nevada is doing more to recognize EntrepreneurshipWeek USA than any other state in the union. Our week of events have two very important elements. First, celebrating Nevada’s successful entrepreneurs, who can serve as an example to aspiring entrepreneurs. Second, showcasing the numerous local, state and federal programs and non-profit organizations that exist to encourage and help entrepreneurs. Few Nevadans are fully aware of the vast resources available to entrepreneurs, and we hope that EntrepreneurshipWeek USA will help connect the resources and the entrepreneurs.

Describe some of the biggest challenges entrepreneurs face in northern Nevada.

The biggest challenges facing northern Nevada’s entrepreneurs are access to investment capital and experienced advisors. EDAWN and NCET are working closely together to identify — and in some case spur the formation of — additional sources of investment capital. At the same time, NCET is identifying a pool of experienced and qualified individuals who can serve on Boards of Directors and Boards of Advisors to new and growing companies. These companies can then draw on the wealth of knowledge and experience embodied in these people.

Why is entrepreneurship such a hot topic?

Studies by EDAWN and the Northern Nevada Development Authority show that Nevada’s future growth will be driven by businesses started within Nevada, more so than by companies relocating to Nevada. For these reasons, we clearly need to focus on encouraging, helping and celebrating Nevada’s entrepreneurs.

Dwight Dortch, Reno City Council Member, presents Emily Lowe, NCET’s Marketing and Special Events Manager, with a proclamation naming February 24 – March 3, 2007 as EntrepreneurshipWeek USA.  More details on EntrepreneurshipWeek USA here.

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EntrepreneurshipWeek USA
Kick-Off at DRI
Monday, February 26 at 6 pm

EntrepreneurshipWeek USA is a nationwide event to celebrate and

encourage entrepreneurs which we’ll be observing throughout Northern Nevada from February 24 through March 2.

Please join us on Monday, February 26 at 6 pm at the Desert Research Institute (DRI) when we kick off a week of major events throughout the area.

Evening’s Highlights:

• Lt Governor Brian Krolicki
• Dr. Steve Wells, President, Desert Research Institute
• Meet the Business Report of Northern Nevada’s - “Entrepreneurs of the Year”
• Previews of the week’s events
• And much, much more!

Sponsored by

- Nevada Commission on Economic Development

- NCET - Nevada’s Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology

RSVP Now to RSVP@NCET.org

Monday, February 26, 6 - 8 pm
   Donation - $10
   Appetizers and no-host bar

Desert Research Institute

2215 Raggio Parkway
Reno, Nevada

Some of The Week’s events include:

• Saturday, Feb 24 – SCORE Seminar
  “Fundamentals of Starting a Business” - 8:30 am - UNR
• Monday, Feb 26 – Annual Engineer’s Day (UNR)
  All day - College of Engineering (CoEN) Open House - Free
• Monday, Feb 26 – Desert Research Institute (DRI) Kick-Off
  6 pm - Sponsored by Nevada Commission on Economic Development
• Wed, Feb 28 – “POP is YOUR Connection - Connect with the Resources for Starting or Expanding Your Business”
  10 am - Plaza Hotel and Conference Center - Carson City
• Fri, Mar 2 - Entrepreneur Expo - Reno Convention Center -
  9 am - 5 pm - Sponsored by Nevada Commission on Economic Development

Learn more about EntrepreneurshipWeek USA and the week’s events at www.ncet.org/eweek

This project is funded in part by a grant from the US Small Business Administration (SBA). SBA’s funding should not be construed as an endorsement of any products, opinions, or services. All SBA-funded projects are extended to the public on a non discriminatory basis.

Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made, if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Emily Lowe at Emily@NCET.org or (775) 337-3328.

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RSVP now for the Tip-Off of the 1st Annual EntrepreneurshipWeek USA, where the Las Vegas Valley celebrates and encourages the entrepreneurs who fuel Nevada’s economic diversity and growth.

RSVP now

Plan to join us on Monday, February 26 at 6 pm at the UNLV Alumni Center for an informative and inspiring evening with Southern Nevada’s business and educational leaders.  You’ll also have an opportunity to meet those organizations that provide support and encouragement to entrepreneurs — and aspiring entrepreneurs!

Speakers include:

• Kara Kelley, President & CEO of the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce
• Janet Runge, Interim Director, UNLV Center for Entrepreneurship
• Other speakers to be announced

Exhibitors and sponsors include:

• Clark County School District      
• Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce         
• Management Assistance Partnership      
• NCET - Nevada’s Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology
• Nevada Development Authority   
• Nevada Microenterprise Initiative 
• Nevada Department of Education
• Nevada Small Business Development Center 
• Procurement Outreach Program 
• UNLV Center for Entrepreneurship          
• UNLV College of Business         
• Washington Mutual       

Please visit www.NCET.org/eWeek, or call 775-337-3328 for more information.

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Generously sponsored by:

• Nevada Commission on Economic Development
• NCET – Nevada’s Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology
• Washington Mutual Bank
• UNLV Alumni Association

This project is funded in part by a grant from the US Small Business Administration (SBA). SBA’s funding should not be construed as an endorsement of any products, opinions, or services. All SBA-funded projects are extended to the public on a non discriminatory basis.

Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made, if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Emily Lowe at Emily@NCET.org or (775) 337-3328.

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EntrepreneurshipWeek USA
POP is YOUR Connection - Connect with the Resources for Starting or Expanding Your Business

Wednesday, February 28