CSUF Conrey Center for Entrepreneurship

Concept to Launch to Growth

Success Story: Joanne Vo '11

I have nothing but great words for the Center for Entrepreneurship. The program was phenomenal and was played a substantial role in my self-growth as the entrepreneur that I am today. Shortly after graduating in 2011, like all my peers, I was in search of what to do and pondered on what career path I…

May 23, 2013
Center for Entrepreneurship End of the Year Event 2013

Next Wednesday, May 29th, we will be celebrating the end of another successful school year and you are invited (and by “you” I mean those of “you” who are connected with the CSUF Entrepreneurship Program in some way or another). For more information please read below: We hope to see you there!

May 22, 2013
Which Industries to Pursue and Which to Avoid

What are the best industries to target for new ventures or employment? I get asked that question a lot and typically respond that it may be best to target growing (hopefully thriving) industries. Examples include: Candy: Even during a recession, people still buy candy. It’s cheap and a comfort food. Companies like Tootsie Pops and Snickers…

May 18, 2013
Diana Ho Designs makes Strategic Changes

About a year ago we first brought you the story of Diana Ho and her boutique clothing company: Diana Ho Designs. Instead of going into a written explanation of what it is she set out to do I’ll just post a couple of pictures. As you can tell from the above pictures Diana definitely has…

May 14, 2013
Entrepreneurial Marketing Internship

Outstanding Opportunity to Build your Portfolio (Bonus: It’s Long Term and Paid!) Entrepreneurial Marketing Internship Responsibilities: Assist with developing marketing strategies for promoting programs and services Assist in the execution of marketing initiatives for small business clients – including electronic newsletters, social media, direct mail, website, PR, events, etc. Assist with other tasks as assigned…

May 13, 2013
CSUF Student Consulting – Leadership

Leadership is one of the most underrated factors in a business’ success. In our experience, entrepreneurs are willing to buy dozens of books about leadership but they are unwilling to go the extra step needed to thoughtfully craft a leadership strategy for their business. What our program offers is a semester-long project completed by a…

April 29, 2013
CSUF Business Plan Competition 2013 Finals

After months of hard work by our student entrepreneurs we have a winner! But before we get ahead of ourselves here let us first talk about the Finals. It was a morning event and, unlike the first CSUF Business Plan Competition Finals, we had good weather, which was nice. The three finalists – Synova Life…

April 25, 2013
CSUF Business Plan Competition 2013 Finals

You are all invited to the CSUF Business Plan Competition 2013 Finals Who: All Students are welcome – an Opportunity Drawing will be held for all students in attendance, prizes include: iPad Mini, Angels Tickets, concert tickets, lodging at a resort and more (student ID must be shown in order to enter Opportunity Drawing) Faculty,…

April 16, 2013
CSU Fullerton Business Cases Place Nationally

Back in February, we ran a story on this blog titled “CSUF Student Entrepreneurs Place in National Business Consulting Competition.” It’s a good post, you should read it. On March 27, California State University, Fullerton ran a story on these same students titled: “National Honors Add to Business College Record.” Here’s a bit of it:…

April 2, 2013
11 Job Interviews Tips

Here are a few tips for your next job interview: 1. Be early. Never be late. It sounds simple, but I am always amazed about how many candidates show up late complaining about traffic and how their GPS lied to them. Get there early. 2. Dress the part. I’m sure you’re very stylish, but the…

April 1, 2013