… This year we asked our judges, mentors and experts to weigh in on some advice as you prepare your application and continue to pursue your startup venture. Jake Saper, Principal at … a real problem that consumers/enterprises will eagerly pay for, surround yourself with people smarter than you, and have passion for what you are building. — Douglas Roth, …
… realizing that the doctrine of shareholder primacy is dying: it’s bad for business, bad for our economy, and bad for the environment. In short, economist Milton Friedman was wrong. The … “It is no longer enough for business to simply make incremental improvements and use resources more efficiently,” says Vincent Stanley, Director of Philosophy at Patagonia. “In … realizing that the doctrine of shareholder primacy is dying: it’s bad for business, bad for our economy, and bad for the environment. In short, economist Milton Friedman was wrong. The …
… The Yale Center for Business and the Environment aspires to build a robust entrepreneurial community around sustainability ideas and is proud of its alumni. This week, we had the … Environment created a different marketing channel for Tuckerman and provided valuable resources, advice and feedback on how to scale the venture. The founders of Tuckerman … of venture to start and how it aligns with your passion and goals. Tenacity is crucial. People will give you many reasons why your venture may not work. “Knowing when to listen to …
… The Yale Center for Business and the Environment aspires to build a robust entrepreneurial community around sustainability and is proud of its alumni. Meet Michael Holkesvik (YC’ 13), … potential customers. The team believed that if it was easier to find a great guide, more people would experience the outdoors and society would place more overall value on … balance. Juniors at Yale College at the time, The GuideFinder team was shuffling their course load and their venture, which sometimes took a back seat. The fishing entrepreneurs …
… The Yale Center for Business and the Environment aspires to build a robust entrepreneurial community around sustainability and is proud of its alumni. We recently met with the … they got legal support through a local business clinic. As piece of advice for the long journey ahead, Yesenia says: “Keep your day job and work in the evenings. But be ready to give it up when you need to.” She …
… and the Environment is proud of its alumni and aspires to build a robust entrepreneurial community around sustainability ideas. Over the coming years, Zoë Lloyd (F&ES/SOM ‘17) and … microwavable TV dinners, take-outs, and meal kit delivery services, which can compromise your health, time and finances. Zoni Foods has two further compelling characteristics within … though, according to Zoni Foods, is that by the time some fresh produce reaches your refrigerator, 40-50% of its nutrients value may be lost. However, a frozen meal from …
… and the Environment is proud of its alumni and aspires to build a robust entrepreneurial community around sustainability ideas. After having recently won the Sobotka Seed Stage … but also partners in life! Bike City is an unconventional shared bicycle model for people commuting by bike in urban areas. The model leases electric bikes (e-bikes) and … advice he has for future Sobotka applicants, David said, ”Take advantage of the many resources and opportunities available at Yale through CBEY and the Yale Entrepreneurial …
… and the Environment is proud of its alumni and aspires to build a robust entrepreneurial community around sustainability ideas. We recently caught up with Michael Warady (F&ES/SOM … ideation stage. Besides winning the grant funding, Michael also leveraged the additional resources that the CBEY community offers. As Michael aptly put it, “It was invaluable meeting … creating a user-friendly interface and platform. Second - leverage all the human capital resources available at Yale. The vast majority of entrepreneurship throughout the USA is …
… The Yale Center for Business and the Environment aspires to build a robust entrepreneurial community around sustainability ideas and is proud of its alumni. We recently had the … restoration of the area with high-value markets and innovative growing techniques. “People in Appalachia are hungry for new opportunities in the wake of the near disappearance … long-time friends Todd Howard and Nathan Hall teamed up. Initially they had very few resources in terms of capital, land and equipment. However, through their tenacity they found a …
… received a Sobotka grant for his Kentucky-based company, Appalachian Roots – Hemp 2.0. “People in Appalachia are hungry for new opportunities in the wake of the near disappearance … a value-added industry in a region that has long been dependent on extraction of natural resources, and to bring opportunities to small farmers and unemployed miners,” said Hall. The … a value-added industry in a region that has long been dependent on extraction of natural resources, and to bring opportunities to small farmers and unemployed miners,” said Hall. The …