Venture Formation is presented through a three-course certificate program series. A key course is New Ventures which focuses on developing an elevator pitch and business plan to target investors. Venture Development builds upon that planning process and focuses on reaching revenue targets; constructing a board of directors; protecting intellectual property and other business growth matters.
The classes are taught through a case method with successful local entrepreneurs sharing their startup experience and use of angel and venture capital funding. Featured entrepreneurs include Rus Howard, Quint Studer, Ray Russenberger and Steve Riggs.