Mark Ain Workshop 2 Rescheduled: 3/26

The 2015 Mark Ain Business Model Workshop Series continues with the second workshop “Sharks and Angels Read Between The Lines: How to Deliver a Winning Marketing and Sales Story,” a presentation by Sarah Plasky-Sachdev, CEO of Aquavation. The workshop has been rescheduled for 4 to 5:15 p.m. Thursday, March 26, in Schlegel Hall 207. Workshops are free and open to all members of the University and the general public. The competition (submissions are due April 15) is open to currently enrolled University students at any level of study. Food and refreshments will be provided at each workshop. Attendees must register online or call 276-3500.

Entrepreneur-in-Residence Office Hours in March

Seeking advice from a seasoned entrepreneur? Take advantage of the University of Rochester Entrepreneurs-in-Residence (EIRs) program. Gregg Steinberg, managing director of Charlemagne Global Advisory and serial entrepreneur, will hold office hours on Tuesday, March 10 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Wednesday, March 11 from 9 a.m. to noon. Michael Wohl ’89, managing partner of ClimateHedge Investments and Greenspace Capital and a serial entrepreneur, will hold office hours on Thursday, March 26 from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday, March 27 from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. All March office hours for both EIRs will be held in 3-131 Carol Simon Hall (3rd floor). Appointments are required and can be scheduled using our online booking system: book with Gregg Steinberg or book with Michael Wohl, or by calling 585-276-3500.

Eastman Virtual Event: Lessons from a Streetwise Professor: A Conversation on Music Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship is a major buzz word in music schools today, and a topic of growing interest in the arts. But what does it really mean for musicians looking to build a career in the 21st century? How can musicians prepare for careers that are increasingly entrepreneurial? How can musicians separate themselves, follow their dreams, and make a living doing it? Dr. Ramon Ricker has been at the forefront of this discussion, leading innovative programs at the Eastman School's Institute for Music Leadership and writing about it in his 2011 book Lessons From a Street-Wise Professor; What You Won’t Learn at Most Music Schools. Dr. Ricker will discuss what skills and experiences he sees as being crucial for success. Join us on Tuesday, March 17 at 8 p.m. EST. This is a free event. Learn how to participate online.