The Entrepreneurial Society & The CS Industry Board

Roadmap From Idea to Profitable Business

Wednesday, November 5, 2008
12:00pm - 1:30pm - SENSQ 5317

Hosted by CS Industry Board 

Abstract

A presentation and discussion about the idea/product development process. Interested in starting your own business? How do I take my idea from concept to viable product? Have an idea you feel would make an excellent product? Want access to entrepreneurs who have experience in the process of taking ideas all the way through to commercialization?

Sponsor Information

The Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence (IEE) at the University of Pittsburgh is a dedicated community of business leaders, families, scholars, scientists and citizens focused on building a robust entrepreneurial network in Western Pennsylvania. From conception through legacy, we serve enterprising people and business by offering dynamic educational programs, peer networking, mentoring and management consulting.

The Industry Board is a collaboration of the University of Pittsburgh Department of Computer Science and leaders in industry. For the University the Industry Board provides a means of keeping the University of Pittsburgh in touch with industry to facilitate feedback on the "state of industry" and ensure that course offerings align with the latest industry needs. For industry the Industry Board works to build a business environment to attract and retain prospective students and employees. It also facilitates the development and hiring of qualified candidates from the University of Pittsburgh and supports initiatives to educate computer science professionals on the latest technology and security trends.