3M seminar and this week in class
Comments (0) You also have the opportunity this week to attend a special 4-hour 3M seminar on Technology Commercialization on Saturday, March 27th, 8am-12pm. This is a GREAT opportunity, but it is LIMITED to the first 50 registrants. Preference is given to graduate students, but even if you are an undergrad, you might be able to get in (you could mention that you are in this technology entrepreneurship class to show that you have a demonstrated interest). These are a great opportunity, so act fast. See the flyer at the following link: http://www.csom.umn.edu/assets/158373.pdf
As discussed in previous posts, Tuesday each group will present their feasibility analysis. Please load your presentations on the desktop of the classroom computer. Again, the presentations should be 8 minutes (with 5 minutes for questions). We all benefit from practicing before presenting, so please do that.
On Thursday, we will begin our Organizing Module, and begin to discuss firm organization by having another group activity. Similar to the paper tower exercise, this should be a lot of fun. There are NO readings assigned for this class. We expect that you will use the time to go out an try to talk to people in your venture’s industry. This will help to avoid chasing dead-ends.
Next Tuesday, we will have a presentation from Doug Smidl on sales and marketing. As we discussed in the market analysis class, the best way to see if there is demand for your product is to go sell it. He did a great job last year on this topic, and he is willing to answer your questions.
