SIG Informational Session
April 1, 2026
Are you struggling to scale your company? Like many second-stage business owners, you may be noticing systems that once served you well are starting to show cracks — or that you need new skills and information to continue to grow…
The Rooney Family Business Playbook: Leading with Legacy
April 7, 2026
Join us for an inspirational & thought-provoking breakfast featuring Jim Rooney as he speaks to the dynasty of the Pittsburgh Steelers!Drawing from the legacy of leadership and values instilled by his father, Jim Rooney hosts a…
Stark Tank
April 22, 2026
Open to students at Aultman College, Stark State, Malone, Mount Union, Walsh, Kent State and The University of Akron.
Driving Sustainable Innovation for Future Generations
April 22, 2026
Mission driven family enterprises astutely adopt a sustainable development mindset to innovate and outperform rivals in the short-term. This mindset is also used to identify value creation investments for the long-term. With longer…
Founders Forum - Babe Chuppa
April 23, 2025
Founders’ Forum is a dynamic speaker series where visionary company leaders share the real stories behind their entrepreneurial journeys. Students, faculty, and the community gain firsthand insight into the challenges, risks, and…
Founder Hot Seat
April 29, 2026
90 minutes. Real product feedback. Networking after.Format3 founders present (20 minutes each)Core Three experienced founders + a rotating monthly expert20 seats totalWhat we coverUX, onboarding, pricing, positioning, PMF, and GTM…