Event Category: Develop

Got a brilliant idea but not sure if it’s got legs? 🤔   Don’t let uncertainty hold you back! Join our Technical Product Validation 101 and get expert guidance to determine if your product has what it takes to succeed. Don’t leave your product’s success to chance – validate your idea and pave the way for a winning launch!

Come join our Saturday School class, Creating an Executive – Networking & Etiquette for Entrepreneurs, designed to help students master the nuanced fundamentals of professional networking and etiquette. This course focuses on equipping students with the skills to effectively engage with business contacts, fostering meaningful relationships that support their business development efforts. There are multiple levels to making a sale! Throughout this class, students will learn how to approach, connect, and maintain professional relationships with key business contacts. The course will cover essential networking strategies, from initiating conversations and following up, to leveraging social media and in-person events. Students will also delve into business etiquette, learning how to present themselves professionally, communicate effectively, and build trust with potential partners and clients.

In partnership with the International Franchise Association (IFA), RICE will co-host a workshop for people interested in learning more about franchise business ownership.

Ready to build the Dream Team? Join our session on Technical Team Sourcing and Management and get the insights you need to attract top-talent and create a high-performing engineering powerhouse!

This mixer will bring together alumni of the Retail readiness Academy (RRA) and prospective applicants to connect, ask questions, and learn more about the program in a relaxed setting. Alumni will share their experiences, answer questions, and offer valuable insights about the program, providing a unique opportunity for potential applicants to understand the value of joining the RRA Spring 2025 cohort. This event will help interested stakeholders and applicants get firsthand perspectives and build connections as they consider applying for the upcoming cohort.

Networking and Panel Discussion ‘Closing the Digital Divide with Black Entrepreneurs’ Event, 70% of participants will report an increase in awareness of available technology resources through AT&T + Google to support their small business.

A Health and Wellness Journey with Dr. Nilaja Green as she discusses fortifying your wellbeing by creating a vision for a value aligned year.

Applications are now open for the Retail Readiness Academy! Should you wish for your brand to be retail-ready, develop relationships with purchasers, and pitch to big box stores, this application is for you!