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As an entrepreneur or business leader, do you ever feel perched at the edge of bold risk and boundless opportunity? CEN offers stories you can learn from, insider insights into remarkable successes, and real-world examples of how it’s actually done. Best of all, CEN brings you face-to-face with Cornellians at every stage of the journey. Join us in cities across the country and around the world—or connect online—to absorb inspiring presentations and forge invaluable relationships. Take the mic during our open session and test-drive your elevator pitch.
Friday, November 6, 2026, 8:45 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Verizon Executive Education Center, Cornell Tech
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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.
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