CENTERS & INSTITUTES
Turning Innovation Into Opportunity
The mission of the Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship is to foster a community that encourages superior learning, teaching, impactful research, and the development of business ventures.
Core enterprises include the Hofstra-Digital Remedy Venture Challenge and Unispan Records. Through these initiatives, entrepreneurs participate in boot camps, workshops, and mentor sessions, all facilitated by season entrepreneurs.
The Institute is home to the Scott Skodnek Businss Development Center (BDC), a designated State Entrepreneurial Assistance Center offering support to diverse entrepreneurs through digital marketing workshops, financial management and certifications.
Programs
ideaHUb
A NYS Certified Business Incubator that connects companies to student interns, mentorship, provides professional service reimbursement, and is part of the Long Island Innovation Hot Spot.
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Community Initiatives
Community Initiatives support local entrepreneurs through a range of services, including the signature 60-hour EAC Program for startups and growing businesses, as well as technical assistance with New York State MWBE certification and QuickBooks training.
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Faculty & Students
Hofstra’s Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (IIE) supports faculty and students through dynamic programs that foster creativity and real-world experience. From music production and entrepreneurship competitions to faculty research and innovative teaching, IIE helps develop the next generation of innovators and leaders.
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Meet the dynamic team behind the Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, including our Advisory Board and Next-Gen Advisory Board. Discover how Hofstra University’s entrepreneurship-focused educational programs, extracurricular activities, and small business services can benefit you.
More About the InstituteWant to learn more about Hofstra University’s entrepreneurship-focused educational programs, extracurricular programs, and services for small businesses across the University? Find out more at Entrepreneurship Across Hofstra
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