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Work on a Current Idea or Company at the Startup Bootcamp on April 4th Are you an aspiring entrepreneur with a game-changing idea? Ready to take your startup to the next level? On April 4th at 4pm, Georgetown Entrepreneurship is launching its inaugural Startup Bootcamp—an immersive experience designed to connect early-stage founders with expert mentors, strategic guidance, and the resources needed to accelerate their ventures. What to Expect:

• Personalized Mentorship
• Hands-on Learning
• Goal-Driven Growth

The Georgetown Ecopreneurship Pitch Competition challenges student teams to develop an innovative, feasible solution to improve the sustainability of Georgetown's DC neighborhood and campuses. Two winning teams will receive awards of up to $3,000, as well as project development mentorship, to actually implement their solutions. The competition will be April 12 9AM-6PM (Hariri case room 240) and will be preceded by an optional introductory workshop on April 5 3-5PM (Hariri case room 140), both on Georgetown's main campus. These events are a great way to meet other students, mentors, professionals, and Georgetown community members (faculty, staff, operations) who are knowledgeable about sustainability, and no experience or prior team creation is required! A light breakfast and lunch will be served at the event. Fill out the interest form here!

The Georgetown Ecopreneurship Pitch Competition challenges student teams to develop an innovative, feasible solution to improve the sustainability of Georgetown’s DC neighborhood and campuses. Two winning teams will receive awards of up to $3,000, as well as project development mentorship, to actually implement their solutions. The competition will be April 12 9AM-6PM (Hariri case room 240) and will be preceded by an optional introductory workshop on April 5 3-5PM (Hariri case room 140), both on Georgetown’s main campus. These events are a great way to meet other students, mentors, professionals, and Georgetown community members (faculty, staff, operations) who are knowledgeable about sustainability, and no experience or prior team creation is required! A light breakfast and lunch will be served at the event. Fill out the interest form here!

This is an opportunity to present a health-related pitch in a relaxed environment to a panel of expert judges and receive feedback! Light dinner and refreshments will also be provided to all pitchers and attendees. Register to pitch here. Register to attend here:

StartupAfrica Summit 2025 is the first event of its kind at Georgetown University, organized by the Georgetown African Business Alliance at the McDonough School of Business, in partnership with Georgetown Entrepreneurship, the African Studies Program, the Africa Forum, Afrika Policy Student Association and the African Society of Georgetown. Held on the sidelines of the World Bank/IMF Spring Meetings, Startup Africa Summit 2025 aims to showcase emerging trends in Africa’s startup ecosystem and to provide a platform for meaningful insights from Africa’s tech founders, investors, policymakers, and ecosystem builders. Register here  

Join us for an exciting in-person event, The Spring Georgetown Excellence in Entrepreneurship Showcase, hosted by the Georgetown Entrepreneurship Initiative. Join us in Fisher Colloquium at 5 pm where our showcase promises an engaging exploration of the entrepreneurial spirit and innovation within the Georgetown community. From groundbreaking projects to transformative ideas, guests will learn firsthand about the myriad opportunities entrepreneurship presents across the campus. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or simply curious about the entrepreneurial landscape, this event offers a chance to gain insights, network, and celebrate the spirit of innovation. The highlight of the evening will be the recognition of outstanding individuals and winners of the prestigious Georgetown Entrepreneurship Excellence Awards. These trailblazers represent the pinnacle of entrepreneurial achievement within the Georgetown community, embodying the values of innovation, leadership, and service. Register here

Join us for Demo Day on April 29th in Lohrfink Auditorium where 9 startup founders will take the stage to demonstrate the progress they have made over the 10-week accelerator period. Spanning industries across tech, healthcare, sustainability, and consumer goods, each startup tackles unique challenges with innovative solutions. Here, founders will share their professional journey, highlight key milestones, and make their ask—whether it's funding, mentorship, partnerships, or strategic support. Don't miss the chance to support the next generation of entrepreneurs!