Workshop Wednesday: Linkedin

Location:
CIE Gathering Space, Alkek Library 3rd Floor
Cost:
Free
Contact:
​​Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator | Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | Alkek Library 350J
Campus Sponsor:
Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Your LinkedIn profile is more than just a resume—it’s your personal brand.

Do you know that many employers check your LinkedIn to compare it to your resume?
Join Quinn Valentine, Director of the Texas State University Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, to learn how to craft a LinkedIn profile that showcases your career aspirations, highlights your work experience, projects or business, and makes you stand out from the crowd.

By attending this workshop, you’ll become eligible to apply for the LinkedIn Profile Competition!

Use the insights you’ve gained to polish your profile and compete for a share of $2,000 in prize money, with a top prize of $1,000.
 

Drop-In Zoom Session

Cost:
Free
Contact:
​​Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator | Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | (512)408-9988 | Alkek Library 350F
Campus Sponsor:
Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Your LinkedIn profile is more than just a resume—it’s your personal brand and a living business card.

These drop-in workshops will guide you through creating a profile that highlights your career aspirations, work experience, projects, or business, and helps you stand out in your professional network.
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Location:
Zoom
Email Dr. Yao-Yu Chih for the zoom link information
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Dr. Yao-Yu Chih
Department of Finance and Economics
y_c66@txstate.edu
Campus Sponsor:
McCoy College of Business
Learn more about the Master of Science in Quantitative Finance and Economics (MSQFE) program during this online information session. Attendees will learn about the program curriculum, career path options, program costs, scholarship opportunities and the application process.

Email Dr. Yao-Yu Chih for the Zoom session information.
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Level up Your LinkedIn Challenge: Presentation Day

Location:
CIE Gathering Space, Alkek 3rd Floor
Cost:
Free
Contact:
​​Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator | Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | (512)408-9988 | Alkek Library 350F
Campus Sponsor:
Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
It’s time to show off your transformed LinkedIn profile!

On Saturday, October 11, participants in the Level Up Your LinkedIn Challenge will present their updated profiles to a panel of judges. This is your chance to highlight your professional brand, showcase your improvements, and compete for cash prizes.

Whether you’ve strengthened your headline, refined your summary, or expanded your network, this is your moment to shine and walk away with both recognition and rewards.
 

Serenity Carr | Studies in Entrepreneurship Speaker Series

Location:
McCoy Hall, Room 119; 119
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Dr. Josh Daspit
Department of Management
josh.daspit@txstate.edu
Campus Sponsor:
McCoy College of Business
Serenity Carr 
Co-Founder and CEO, Serenity Kids

Each fall and spring semester, the McCoy College of Business invites accomplished entrepreneurs and business leaders to speak with students enrolled in the Studies in Entrepreneurship (MGT 3360) course. As part of this speaker series, students gain personal insights into entrepreneurship as the guest speakers describe their accomplishments, share stories about their career path, and offer recommendations for growth and success.
 
Although the speaker series is intended for students enrolled in MGT 3360, we are able to accommodate special guests on certain occasions. If you are interested in attending a presentation, complete our guest registration form via the link below.

Full schedule, biographies, and registration:
» Studies in Entrepreneurship

Center for Professional Sales: Speaker Series

Location:
McCoy Hall 127; 127
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Felisha Fontenot
Center for Professional Sales
McCoy College of Business
f_f53@txtstate.edu
Campus Sponsor:
The Center for Professional Sales
This workshop-style event is designed to provide industry leaders with a platform to share valuable insights, professional expertise, and real-world experiences with our sales students. Featuring: Gartner with speaker Kayla Auclair.

Workshop Wednesday: Sales

Location:
CIE Gathering Space, Alkek Library 3rd Floor
Cost:
Free
Contact:
​​Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator | Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | Alkek Library 350J
Campus Sponsor:
Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Sales isn’t just about closing deals—it’s about building relationships, understanding customer needs, and communicating value with confidence.

Join Linda Alkire and Derrek Schartz from the Texas State Sales Center for an interactive workshop designed to sharpen your sales skills and help you connect with customers more effectively—whether you're selling a product, service, or even yourself.

In this workshop, you’ll learn how to:
  • Understand your customer’s mindset and tailor your pitch
  • Build trust and handle objections with ease
  • Develop a sales process that fits your business model
  • Improve your communication and persuasion techniques
Perfect for students, founders, and early-stage entrepreneurs looking to improve their sales game, this workshop will leave you with practical tools you can apply right away.

Come ready to engage, practice, and level up your sales strategy with expert insight from two seasoned sales educators.
 
Cost:
Free
Contact:
​​Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator | Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | (512)408-9988 | Alkek Library 350F
Campus Sponsor:
Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Join the Wix Higher Education team to learn more about creating your online presence. We’ll cover how to plan a website, how to use the Wix platform, and explore professional design features. Sign up to discover the basics in creating a Wix website as well as features to take your site to the next level.

Remember: all attendees receive a one-year FREE Wix premium plan on the Wix Editor!

Students who attend our webinars will have the chance to earn a #WixFoundation Certification! Get ahead and get noticed with an industry-accredited certification that verifies your career-ready digital skills.

Note: When registering, please provide your school name and .edu or school email address. Attendees without a school email address will not be allowed into the session.
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Workshop Wednesday: Pitch

Location:
CIE Gathering Space, Alkek Library 3rd Floor
Cost:
Free
Contact:
​​Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator | Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | Alkek Library 350J
Campus Sponsor:
Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Whether you're trying to secure funding, attract customers, or inspire a team—how you pitch your idea matters.
Join Quinn Valentine, Director of the Texas State Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, for a dynamic workshop focused on crafting and delivering a powerful pitch that communicates your vision with clarity and confidence.

In this session, you’ll learn how to:
  • Structure a compelling elevator or investor pitch
  • Highlight the problem you're solving and your unique solution
  • Communicate your value proposition and market opportunity
  • Deliver your pitch with confidence and authenticity
This workshop is perfect for entrepreneurs preparing to pitch to investors, in competitions, or even in casual networking conversations. You’ll leave with a clear pitch framework and the confidence to make your message resonate.

Bring your ideas—this is your chance to refine your story and learn what makes a pitch truly memorable.
 

Bobcat Bazaar Marketplace

Cost:
Free
Contact:
​​Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator | Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | Alkek Library 350F
Campus Sponsor:
Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Are you a small business owner at TXST looking for a place to sell on campus? Look no further, we host events to promote your work. The Bobcat Bazaar Markets is a pop-up market for our very own TXST entrepreneurs. 

Whether you're selling handmade goods, vintage clothing, or something else you want to bring to the TXST community, you can have your very own spot at the LBJ Mall, located in between LBJ and Alkek.

Join us for the perfect chance to meet other entrepreneurial students just like you, promote your small business, gain new customers, and make sales!
 
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Ogden Payen | Studies in Entrepreneurship Speaker Series

Location:
McCoy Hall, Room 119; 119
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Dr. Josh Daspit
Department of Management
josh.daspit@txstate.edu
Campus Sponsor:
McCoy College of Business
Ogden Payne   
Founder, FTS (For the Students)

Each fall and spring semester, the McCoy College of Business invites accomplished entrepreneurs and business leaders to speak with students enrolled in the Studies in Entrepreneurship (MGT 3360) course. As part of this speaker series, students gain personal insights into entrepreneurship as the guest speakers describe their accomplishments, share stories about their career path, and offer recommendations for growth and success.
 
Although the speaker series is intended for students enrolled in MGT 3360, we are able to accommodate special guests on certain occasions. If you are interested in attending a presentation, complete our guest registration form via the link below.

Full schedule, biographies, and registration:
» Studies in Entrepreneurship
Cost:
Free
Contact:
​​Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator | Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | Alkek Library 350F
Campus Sponsor:
Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
REGISTER HERE!

Join the Wix University team to discover how to build a stunning, responsive website using Wix Studio—our advanced creation platform for modern web design—and get an exclusive look at Base44, Wix’s newly acquired AI technology that’s reshaping the future of web creation.

In this session, you’ll learn how to design, customize, and launch a professional site with Studio’s flexible layout tools, responsive breakpoints, and powerful design features. Then, see how Base44 accelerates AI development through a robust model library and intuitive infrastructure—opening new possibilities for automation, intelligent design, and smarter digital experiences.

Whether you're building a portfolio, business site, or creative project, this session will give you the tools and inspiration to bring your vision to life.

All attendees will receive a FREE one-year Wix Premium plan to support their project.

Students are also eligible for the #WixStudio Certification—an industry-recognized credential in responsive web design.

Note: Please register with a valid .edu or school email address to attend.
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Workshop Wednesday: Building a Management Team

Location:
CIE Gathering Space, Alkek 3rd Floor
Cost:
Free
Contact:
​​Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator | Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | Alkek Library 350F
Campus Sponsor:
Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Are you wondering how to grow your leadership team, develop a strategic vision, or foster a culture of accountability and transparency?

Join us for a dynamic workshop from the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Texas State University, featuring Randy Haran, former CEO of aerospace leader Texas Air Composites and current President of The Business Crusader.

Randy brings real-world experience and a passion for Open Book Management to help entrepreneurs build businesses that are not only profitable, but people-centered.

You’ll learn how to:
  • Identify and structure your core leadership team for growth
  • Apply principles of Open Book Management to build trust and transparency
  • Use “The Great Game of Business” framework to align your team around shared goals
  • Develop a culture that drives performance and long-term success
Whether you're in the early stages or scaling up, you'll walk away with actionable insights to lead your business with clarity and confidence.

Bobcat Bazaar Marketplace

Cost:
Free
Contact:
​​Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator | Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | Alkek Library 350F
Campus Sponsor:
Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Are you a small business owner at TXST looking for a place to sell on campus? Look no further, we host events to promote your work. The Bobcat Bazaar Markets is a pop-up market for our very own TXST entrepreneurs. 

Whether you're selling handmade goods, vintage clothing, or something else you want to bring to the TXST community, you can have your very own spot at the LBJ Mall, located in between LBJ and Alkek.

Join us for the perfect chance to meet other entrepreneurial students just like you, promote your small business, gain new customers, and make sales!

 
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Ignite 3.0 — 2 Day Entrepreneurship Workshop

Friday – Saturday,
Cost:
Free
Contact:
​​Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator | Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | Alkek Library 350J
Campus Sponsor:
Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Ignite 3.0 is an annual two-day workshop designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of entrepreneurship. Whether you have a business idea or are simply curious about the startup world, this immersive experience offers a practical and engaging entry point into launching a venture.

Over the course of two days, participants will:
  • Develop and prototype innovative ideas
  • Identify customer needs and analyze the competitive landscape
  • Explore sourcing, distribution, pricing, and cost structures
  • Gain insight into potential funding opportunities
No prior experience is required—just a willingness to learn, collaborate, and think creatively. Ignite is the perfect starting point for anyone looking to explore innovation and entrepreneurship in a hands-on environment.