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Creative Distillation Episode 71 - Reversing the Arrow conference with Dev & Jennifer Jennings

Nov. 14, 2024

Get ready for another fascinating episode of the Creative Distillation Podcast! In this episode, hosts Jeff York and Brad Werner welcome two guests: Jennifer and Dev Jennings, professors at the University of Alberta's School of Business. The conversation takes place on the front porch the Chautauqua Mission House, setting the...

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Meet the Founder of Pastificio, Pioneering Clean and Sustainable Food

Nov. 14, 2024

Claudia Bouvier , a native of S茫o Paulo, Brazil, is a master of reinvention. Trained as a civil engineer, she graduated from the Polytechnic School of the University of S茫o Paulo and embarked on a distinguished career in construction management. Her work took her across Brazil and the United States,...

Sristy Agrawal

The Story of Mesa Quantum and the Entrepreneur Who Defied the Odds

Nov. 7, 2024

For many, Boulder Colorado, is a beautiful town positioned at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, known for its scenic views and vibrant lifestyle. But for some, it鈥檚 the heart of groundbreaking quantum research, attracting bright minds from across the globe. Sristy Agrawal, a young physicist with a bold vision...

Sophie Schuler

Sophie Schuler's Journey in the Entrepreneurship and Empowerment Program in South Africa

Oct. 31, 2024

Sophie Schuler鈥檚 journey into the Entrepreneurship and Empowerment in South Africa (EESA) program was more than just an opportunity to study abroad; it was a chance to dive deep into real-world challenges in a new culture. Growing up near Boulder, Colorado, Sophie鈥檚 path led her to CU Boulder, where she...

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Creative Distillation Episode 70 - Bryn Rees, Associate Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation

Oct. 31, 2024

Get ready for a Halloween-themed episode like no other! This week on the Creative Distillation Podcast, it's the annual Halloween twist, joined by Jeff York and Brad Werner from CU Boulder鈥檚 Leeds School of Business. They're diving deep into entrepreneurship with special guests Bryn Rees, Associate Vice Chancellor for Research...

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Rob Mossman: Navigating Challenges, Pivoting Strategies, and Building Business Success

Oct. 24, 2024

Rob Mossman鈥檚 story is one of adaptability, resilience, and entrepreneurial evolution. Robs journey began at CU Boulder, where his decision to attend was driven by both practicality and financial necessity. As a Colorado native from Evergreen, Rob chose Leeds School of Business for its reputation and affordability, enrolling as a...

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Creative Distillation Episode 69 - Reversing the Arrow conference with Jennifer & Dev Jennings

Oct. 17, 2024

Recorded at the Reversing the Arrow conference, Jeff York and Brad Werner from CU Boulder鈥檚 Leeds School of Business sit down with professors Jennifer and Dev Jennings from the University of Alberta, who happen to be the first married couple to appear on the show. Together, they dive into topics...

Josh and Alex

From Flipping Couches to Building SellBuddy: The Startup Turning Furniture into Fortune

Oct. 17, 2024

Ever thought of taking the term 鈥淒IY鈥 to the next level? Well, thats exactly what Josh Deal and Alex David set out to accomplish when satisfying their entrepreneurial itch. Josh鈥檚 path to entrepreneurship began on a remote ranch in western Colorado, where he grew up without access to Wi-Fi until...

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Innovation Through Collaboration: The Deming Center and Entrepreneurship Center for Music Join Forces

Oct. 10, 2024

What鈥檚 the connection between live music and entrepreneurship? The Deming Centers鈥 recent Startups and Sandwiches event marked a unique collaboration between the Deming Center for Entrepreneurship and the Entrepreneurship Center for Music at the University of Colorado Boulder. Bringing together student entrepreneurs from diverse fields across campus, the session was...

Jamie Saunders

Building Dreams: Jamie Saunders' Mission to Transform Housing through Affix Communities

Oct. 3, 2024

For many young people in America, owning a home can feel like an unattainable dream. This was the case for Jamie Saunders , who leveraged her background in architecture and business to confront a problem that had been on her mind for years: the growing cost of homeownership. With a...

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