CEN: Cornell Entrepreneur Network

As an entrepreneur or business leader, do you sometimes feel like you live on that slick edge between huge risk and unlimited potential? CEN gives you stories to refer to in uncertain moments, the inside scoop on extraordinary successes, and real examples of how it’s done. Best of all, CEN puts you in the same room with Cornellians at all stages of the game. Soak up our presentations and make priceless connections in dozens of cities around the country and globe, as well as online. Wow us with your elevator speech in our open mic segment. Grab a drink, ask questions, and add us to your favorites. You can thank us at your IPO.

Amanda Hatcher

Senior Associate Director

607-254-7111

amc392@cornell.edu

Upcoming Events

Come back to Ithaca April 28–29 and network with these amazing Cornellians at the Entrepreneurship at Cornell Celebration. Get inspired by 2 days of top-level entrepreneurial energy!

Check out this speaker lineup! 💥

Tiffany Norwood ’89, Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year and CEO and Founder of Tribetan
Kavita Bala, Dean of Cornell Ann S. Bowers College of Computing and Information Science
Scott Belsky ’02, Entrepreneur, Author, Investor, and CPO, Adobe
Mac Cummings ’01, CEO and Co-Founder of Terakeet
Marissa Saporta ’99, Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Gorilla Commerce
Savneet Singh ’05, President & CEO of PAR Technology Corp
Fredrik Wester, CEO and Founder of Paradox Interactive

Can’t make it back to Ithaca in person? Don’t miss these highlights via livestream on April 28!

12:00 – 1:50 p.m. BenDaniel Venture Challeng
4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Presentation of the 2022 Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year, Tiffany Norwood ’89
5:30 – 7:00 p.m. eLab Demo Day

*Please note, times are in Eastern Daylight Time

CEN on-demand

What makes a Serial Entrepreneur?

Is the entrepreneurial path ever a smooth one? Not likely. Hear some great stories and lessons from serial entrepreneur and investor, John Noe ’99. Learn how he went from architect, to design agency, to running Yobu Soju- a Korean Vodka brand. He shares the good, the bad, and the ugly that comes with being an entrepreneur and his journey resulting in a client roster that included Virgin America, JetBlue, the NBA, Nike, Time Warner, REI, Burberry, Coca Cola. You don’t want to miss this one!

Turning Biology into Billions. Twice!

From Cornell to Colorado to Cofounder to Chief Scientific Officer, Dr. Leslie Leinwand '72 has a fascinating story that she'll share. Hear how this molecular, cellular, and developmental biologist founded multiple companies, two of which went public and were then acquired for billions (yea, with a "B") and more! She has mastered the intersection of biology, entrepreneurship and academia. And as a cardiovascular expert, Dr. Leinwand's advice and secrets will definitely get your heart racing!

Confidence in Commercial Real Estate Featuring Tammy Jones ’87,

Jones ’87 has built an impressive career in commercial real estate- from starting in this industry straight out of Cornell to co-founding her own investment group, this entrepreneur knows what it takes to succeed! Hear her thoughts on how the pandemic has impacted commercial real estate and her predictions for what the future holds.

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Connect to your network

Join alumni network on LinkedIn

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Cornell entrepreneurship listserv

Looking to connect with Cornell entrepreneurs? Join our Entrepreneurial Listserv and you'll be able to send and receive emails about all things eship-related to other Cornell alumni, faculty, staff, students, parents, and more. Emails are monitored to prevent spamming. To join, email Entrepreneurship-L-request@cornell.edu with the body of the email containing only the word "join."

Entrepreneurial resources

CEN is just one of many ways you can leverage Cornell to help you start or grow your business. From finding programs based in Silicon Valley to meeting your next mentor. The Cornell entrepreneurship ecosystem is always available to you.