From Pitches to Possibilities: Entrepreneurship Week Returns

From founder stories to pitch competitions, St. John Fisher University’s School of Business Entrepreneurship Week will offer students a chance to step outside the classroom and bring their ideas to life.

Entrepreneurship Week will take place Nov. 16-20 and is a week-long series of events designed to provide students with the opportunity to learn, network, and explore entrepreneurship opportunities. 

Whether students aspire to launch a business or simply develop valuable career skills, Entrepreneurship Week provides a space to be inspired by the world of entrepreneurship. Along with a full lineup of events, attendees can enjoy free food and giveaways throughout the week. 

Entrepreneurship Week is open to all students, regardless of major; no experience is required. RSVP to attend any events by filling out the online form.

Events Line-Up

Founder Panel
6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday Nov. 16, Wilson Formal Lounge

Pitch Like a Pro
12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday Nov. 17, Victor E. Salerno Center for American Enterprise, Room 105

Employee Ownership: By Fisher Family Business
4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday Nov. 18, Cleary Family Auditorium

Ideas Competition
5 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday Nov. 19, Golisano Gateway Midlevel

Startup Networking
3 to 4:30 p.m.  Friday Nov. 20, Victor E. Salerno Center for American Enterprise Lobby

For questions about Entrepreneurship Week, email the Rebecca Pelino Director of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Dr. Chantz Miles, at cmiles@sjf.edu. 

This article was written by Olivia Bennett, a senior marketing major, who is working as an intern in the Office of Marketing and Communications at Fisher for the 2026-2027 academic year.