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Entrepreneurial Resources and Opportunities

Center for Engineering Entrepreneurship & InnovationASME Center for Engineering Entrepreneurship and Innovation (CEEI) 
CEEI is the gateway for innovative thinkers providing both entrepreneurial content and access to resources such as funding, financial consulting, intellectual property expertise, and human capital advice.





Innovation ShowcaseASME Innovation Showcase (I-Show)
– Awarding $20,000 in seed funds
ASME's Innovation Showcase (I-Show) provides a platform for top graduate and undergraduate student teams to compete for seed money to commercialize their idea before a judging panel of successful innovators, industry experts, venture capitalists, and intellectual property specialists.

The IShow was founded in collaboration with the National Collegiate Inventors and Innovators  Alliance (NCIIA) and the Idea to Product (I2P) competition at the University of Texas, Austin.



PPC OnlineASME Professional Practice Curriculum (PPC)  
Free online, the  ASME PPC was developed by senior engineers, managers, and faculty leaders for early-career engineers and engineering students to enhance their formal engineering education:


Business Incubators Module -- Some of the best products and services will be forever destined to never leave the “drawing board” unless, that is, their creators find alternative ways to bring them to market. Business incubators can help. 

High Tech Start-Ups Module -- Starting up a high-tech business is risky and difficult, but the rewards can be tremendous. Good planning is the key.

Intellectual Property & Patent Law Modules – the what, why, when and how of patents and trade secrets; copyrights and trademarks.




Resources for Entrepreneurs – a sample of useful articles for any start-up entrepreneur
(courtesy of ASME’s Affinity Partner, the American Management Association)

Do You Have That Entrepreneurial Spirit?  - Take this quick quiz to find out!

Five Critical Business Relationships for Entrepreneurs - No matter how determined, hardworking, and talented you may be, no successful entrepreneur makes it on his or her own. Here's how to show your key players how much you appreciate them.

Downturn Survival Strategies - Simple strategies you can implement today to ensure your business will still be around tomorrow, when the economy bounces back.

Creating a “Getting it Done” Culture - Your company really can keep its promises-but first you must create a "culture of execution." These tips will help you get started.

Attracting and Retaining Top Talent - "Get the right people on the buss." Follow these seven simple steps to ensure you attract and support the best performers.

Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI)  -Ideal for consultants and small business owners, this protection covers your firm in the event of sexual harassment, failure to employ or promote or discrimination, and other risks.

Sweeten Your Bottom Line: A Small Business Success Story - When the inevitable crisis or economic downturn arrives, will your business be able to weather the storm? Here are some tips that helped one small business survive a rough patch.

Find and Retain Top People for Your Small Business - These seven tips will help you find the superstars who will help you take your small business to new heights and give you an edge over the competition.

Spotco, a Successful Small Business Turnaround Story - Here's how one small business learned to build teamwork, defuse disputes, and build a foundation for growth.

A 60-Second Guide to Making the Most of Your Business Day - Accomplish more and stress out less with these quick tips to help you better manage you time and your business.

ASME Professional Liability Program - The ASME Professional Liability Program counters risks you face and protects you for negligent acts, errors, and omissions.


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