Join leaders from education and industry to explore the rapidly growing fields of Quantum, Artificial Intelligence, and Life Sciences. This dynamic forum brings together faculty, students, and community stakeholders to discuss how we can prepare the next generation for Connecticut’s thriving innovation ecosystem. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and shape the future of technology in our region
Join founder Davis Smith for an intimate roundtable conversation exploring how to build a profitable, mission-driven brand. As the creator of Cotopaxi, a Certified B Corp dedicated to fighting extreme poverty and pioneering circular design through its unique Del Día collection, Smith will share insights on how purpose-led companies are reshaping the outdoor and fashion industries. Come enjoy coffee and pastries while discovering how entrepreneurship and sustainability can go hand in hand—just remember to bring your reusable container and utensils!
📍 Honest Tea Entrepreneurship Suite
Bagels and Brainstorming. Wednesday, 28 October 2026 At 9:30 AM, EDT (GMT-4).
📍 4430
Discover how artificial intelligence is reshaping healthcare investing, from company building to regulation and funding. Dr. Ren Du, M.D., M.P.H., founding general partner at Heuristic Capital, will share insights from Silicon Valley’s cutting-edge ventures. This conversation is a must-attend for anyone curious about the future of AI-driven healthcare innovation.
📍 Tsai Center for Innovative Thinking at Yale
Discover how to craft a winning application for the Thomas C. Barry Travel Fellowship at this interactive workshop. You will explore what makes a strong project and participate in a hands-on human-centered design session to help shape your ideas. This is a perfect opportunity to gain clarity and inspiration for your proposal.
Calling all YSE and SOM students interested in Business and the Environment! Come by Mory's to enjoy drinks, light snacks, and build community across our schools.
Bring your beloved clothing items to life at this hands-on Repair Café, where you’ll learn practical mending skills from friendly volunteers. Whether it’s a holey sweater, a broken zipper, or worn jeans, you’ll leave with restored pieces and the know-how to reduce textile waste. No experience is needed—just a desire to make your wardrobe more sustainable and keep favorite items in use longer.
📍 Studio/BIC-A140
This hands-on workshop simplifies venture finance for students, whether you're launching a nonprofit, creative project, or early-stage business. Guided by an expert, you'll build a real-time income statement and cash flow model using Google Sheets, uncovering how small assumptions drive sustainability and profit. By the end, you'll leave with a clear financial snapshot and a practical tool to refine your venture's path forward.
📍 Studio/BIC-A140
Join psychologist and creator Joe Nucci for a hands-on workshop where you’ll transform your campaign ideas into shareable content. Discover what makes social media resonate, refine your strategy, and practice bringing your vision to life. Perfect for anyone looking to create impactful, intentional social media campaigns.
📍 Tsai Center for Innovative Thinking at Yale
Join three experienced student founders for an engaging lunch discussion on turning ideas into reality. They will share practical insights on implementation, navigating challenges, and learning by building, with plenty of time for questions and peer connection.
📍 Tsai Center for Innovative Thinking at Yale
Gain the essential financial vocabulary every innovator needs to succeed. This workshop offers a practical guide to revenue, profit, margins, and financial statements, empowering you to make smarter business decisions and communicate confidently with investors.
📍 2410
Discover the essentials of innovation and entrepreneurship with Professor Tristan Botelho in this dynamic workshop. Learn how to identify opportunities and build a strong foundation for your startup journey. Perfect for aspiring founders, this session offers practical insights and inspiration to kickstart your entrepreneurial ambitions.
📍 165WA, 2200
Join Alexandra from Novidam as she explores global entrepreneurship through acquisition, highlighting exciting opportunities and regional challenges. As an investor in small businesses worldwide, she’ll share key insights and lessons learned from her international experience. Discover how global ETA can shape your career and broaden your perspective.
Join 500 professionals and students for impactful discussions on clean energy access, policy, finance, technology, and innovation. Engage in interactive events and network with leaders in the field while celebrating CBEY’s 20th anniversary, the FDCE and CEED Reunion, and the School of Management’s 50th anniversary. Don’t miss this dynamic opportunity to connect and shape the future of clean energy
Connect with leaders and innovators at this premier global forum exploring energy access, finance, technology, policy, and career opportunities. Engage in inspiring keynotes, hands-on workshops, startup pitches, and networking with professionals, entrepreneurs, and researchers shaping the future of clean energy. This is a unique chance to forge partnerships, exchange ideas, and contribute to transformative energy solutions.
📍 165WA, 2200
Alexandra from Novidam will share insights from her experience as a global investor in small businesses, exploring both the exciting opportunities and the unique challenges in the international ETA space. Attendees will gain valuable real-world perspectives on what it takes to succeed in search funds across different regions. It is a fantastic chance to learn directly from an industry practitioner about the evolving global landscape for entrepreneurs.
📍 Studio/BIC-A140
Discover how to connect with early customers and align your offering with their needs in this hands-on workshop. You’ll learn to define and test your target audience, approach sales authentically, and overcome mental roadblocks like feeling your product isn’t ready. Gain practical strategies to build momentum and set your startup up for success.
📍 Tsai Center for Innovative Thinking at Yale
Join three advanced student founders as they unpack what it truly means to create meaningful change through entrepreneurship. They will share practical strategies for defining impact, integrating those intentions into daily work, and measuring progress effectively. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain actionable insights and connect with peers who are passionate about building ventures that matter.
Explore the complex dynamics of clean energy development with Yale alumni who will share insider perspectives on policy, permitting, and financing. This engaging conversation reveals the critical factors that determine which energy projects succeed and offers a unique look at building infrastructure in today’s evolving landscape.
Join Yale alumni for an insider’s look at the complexities of bringing clean energy projects to life. This engaging conversation will explore the critical policy, financing, and stakeholder dynamics that determine how infrastructure gets built in today’s evolving landscape. It’s a fantastic opportunity to gain real-world perspectives on the future of energy development.