With special guest Thom Ruhe, CEO of the Entrepreneurial Learning Initiative

5:00-6:00 p.m. Registration & Networking
6:00-7:30 p.m. Presentation and Q&A

Sponsored by the MBA Association, this event is presented free of charge

This special presentation will explore trends in entrepreneurial education with internationally renowned expert Thom Ruhe.  Known locally as a founder of Cleveland's JumpStart, Thom is now CEO of the Entrepreneurial Learning Initiative (ELI), which he joined after helping launch their world-renowed entrepreneurship curriculum, the Ice House Entrepreneurship Program, during his seven-year tenure at the Kauffman Foundation of Kansas City.  While at Kauffman, Thom directed the Foundation's programs addressing entrepreneurial education, mentoring, access to capital and fostering entrepreneurial ecosystems. From Brazil to Bangladesh, he has worked with organizations around the world to harness the benefits of democratizing entrepreneurship. Read more about Thom's accomplishments and adventures here.

Not a formal presentation, Thom looks forward to interacting with the audience in this Dessert & Dialogue event, moderated by BW faculty member Ven Ochaya.  Bring your questions and ideas to share.  Alumni success stories from the BW Entrepreneurship MBA program will also be highlighted.

To register please call (440)826-2104 or to register online please click HERE.