CSUF Entrepreneurship

Unbox Creativity and Innovation with Design Thinking: A CSUF Startup Incubator Workshop

Innovation doesn’t happen by accident—it’s the result of deliberate, strategic thinking. In a recent CSUF Startup Incubator workshop, Jarazet Altamirano, a seasoned Digital Marketer and Innovation Strategist, led an engaging session that broke down design thinking into practical steps that anyone can apply to unlock creativity and solve complex problems. Whether you’re launching a startup,…

April 10, 2025
Understanding Convertible Notes vs. SAFEs: Insights from Bart Greenberg at CSUF Startup Incubator

Raising capital is one of the most critical and challenging aspects of launching and growing a startup. While there are various ways to fundraise, two of the most popular early-stage financing tools are Convertible Notes and SAFEs (Simple Agreements for Future Equity). At a recent CSUF Startup Incubator event, Bart Greenberg, Pivotal Law Firm, provided…

February 21, 2025
Two Must-Attend Startup Events This Week from the CSUF Startup Incubator!

If you’re building a business, looking to raise money, or just have an entrepreneurial mindset, we’ve got two FREE events this week that you won’t want to miss! These online events are perfect for students, founders, and anyone navigating the startup world. Get insights from experts, connect with other entrepreneurs, and get your biggest questions…

February 17, 2025
CSUF Startup Incubator Success Story: Arthur Moncayo and By Virtue of Steam

Innovation often begins with a simple idea, a spark of inspiration that evolves into something transformative. For Arthur Moncayo, that idea took shape in 2012 when he noticed a growing trend—people everywhere were carrying reusable water bottles. But while these bottles became essential daily items, one critical aspect was being overlooked: proper sanitation. This observation…

August 10, 2024
Avoid These 17 Killer Website Mistakes and Optimize Your Site Today! | Insights from Michael Daehn at CSUF Startup Incubator

Creating a website that effectively engages visitors and drives conversions is both an art and a science. Too often, common pitfalls can turn a promising website into a digital disaster. Fortunately, Michael Daehn, a seasoned marketing professor and author, recently shared his expertise in a talk titled “Avoid These 17 Killer Website Mistakes!” at the…

May 29, 2024
How To Think And Execute Like A Successful Entrepreneur with Curtis Chan | CSUF Startup Incubator

The CSUF Startup Incubator recently hosted an online talk by Curtis Chan (watch the video above), a serial entrepreneur, philanthropist, author, and business mentor. With a career spanning four decades, Curtis has successfully built and scaled companies, helping startups achieve over $2.5 billion in valuation. His extensive experience in various executive roles, from business development…

May 21, 2024
Mastering Financial Projections with Tom Miller | CSUF Startup Incubator

Join Tom Miller, an experienced financial projections expert and educator, as he dives deep into the art of creating realistic and defensible financial models for startups. In this comprehensive CSUF Startup Incubator workshop, Tom shares his wealth of knowledge gained from decades of experience in both corporate and entrepreneurial settings. Learn the essentials of gathering…

April 21, 2024
Unlock Your Potential with Two Exclusive Events by CSUF Startup Incubator!

Are you ready to take your entrepreneurial journey to the next level? Look no further because the CSUF Startup Incubator is thrilled to present not one, but two exciting events designed to empower you with valuable insights and strategies. Whether you’re a seasoned business owner or just starting out, these events promise to provide you…

February 13, 2024
Using Entrepreneurship to Solve Social Problems with Victor Macias | CSUF Startup Incubator

https://www.victormacias.com/ Victor Macias, a seasoned entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience, shares his insights on identifying social problems and leveraging entrepreneurship to address them effectively. He begins by emphasizing the importance of understanding social problems before jumping to solutions, highlighting the pitfalls of neglecting this crucial step in the entrepreneurial process. Victor draws from…

February 7, 2024
How to Pitch to an Investment Panel in 2024 | CSUF Startup Incubator Director John Bradley Jackson

CSUF Startup Incubator: https://go.csufentrepreneurship.com/csuf-incubator Join other entrepreneurs at the SoCal Celebrates Entrepreneurship event March 9, 2024: https://www.socalentrepreneurship.org/ Navigating the unforgiving terrain of the investment world can be especially daunting for fledgling startups. Amid the chaos of building your business, securing suppliers, and cultivating a customer base, the daunting task of raising capital looms large. But…

December 15, 2023