December 19th, 2024
Today we recap a special presentation from AGEC 425 Survivor Abby Christian ’17. Her real-world experience in the fashion and merchandising industry offered a new angle at where entrepreneurship can take you. Her story covers more than just running a business; it’s about navigating challenges, staying adaptable, and making a difference in the community. Meet…
December 16th, 2024
Day four of our semester speaker recap brings us to local entrepreneur Phil Livengood. With a story of innovation and perseverance, Livengood gave the class insights into building a niche rural business from scratch. The Birth Of Small Farm Innovations Small Farm Innovations (SFI) began in 2006 in Caldwell, Texas, when Phil Livengood identified a…
December 16th, 2024
From bagging groceries to celebrated author, mentor, and entrepreneur, our next Pro-for-a-Day has done it all. Lorenzo Gomez joined us in class this year to share his story and talk about the importance of building your “personal board of directors,” investing in your reputation, and embracing opportunities. A Journey from HEB #5 to Business Owner…
December 15th, 2024
Randi Mays-Knapp ’79 joined us in class to remind students that technical skills are not all that goes into building a business. Your professional connections, personal image, and the way others perceive you can get you to the next level and boost your career. Known to the students as “Coach Knapp,” our next Prof-for-a-Day…
December 12th, 2024
With a diverse background in the technology and banking industries, Shay Iacoponelli brings a wealth of business advice to the table. Currently serving at the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in Bryan, Texas, Shay shares her expertise in helping entrepreneurs succeed. As the first Prof-for-a-Day of the semester, she introduced the invaluable resources available to…
