Everything NEW: a week of unique programs is revealed

Plus, the upcoming Nonprofit Summit, Episode 2 of the Idea Vault Podcast, Business Pitch Competition prep, and more!

In this edition of IDEA Bank Buzz, you can read about the following:

• Last chance to register! The Nonprofit Summit is next week.

• It’s here! Global Entrepreneurship Week celebrations at the IDEA Bank feature multiple workshop opportunities.

• “Taking the Risk: Leaving a Stable Career to Start a Business” (Ep. 2) is out now on The Idea Vault Podcast!

• Recent pictures: We have been busy! Check out some photos of our recent events and community engagement.

Next week: 2023 Nonprofit Summit

Our Nonprofit Summit is back! This unique event brings together nonprofit executives, educators, and other passionate individuals to learn and grow their cause. Featuring outstanding speakers, this year’s sessions will address nonprofit accounting, strategic business planning for nonprofit management, grant writing, and more.

Mark your Calendar: Global Entrepreneurship Week celebrations are coming up!

That’s right, Global Entrepreneurship Week is right around the corner!

Featuring celebrations of entrepreneurship through networking, the cultivation of business strategies, and the recognition of local entrepreneurial success stories, the week is open to all community members and Troy University students, faculty, and staff.

This year, we are excited to offer a virtual option for anyone who cannot attend the workshops in person. Click the button below to choose your event(s) and sign up to attend either in-person or virtual. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Local Entrepreneur takes the risk: from a stable career to starting a business

Local entrepreneur, graphic designer, and new business owner, David Smith, took a risk by leaving his stable career to start his business, Trojan Threads Apparel Co.

Since taking the leap into entrepreneurship, David has found success in his venture; yet, has not kept a penny for himself… but, how?

Find out about David’s inspiring journey in this month’s episode titled “Taking the Risk: Leaving a Stable Career to Start a Business.” Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Podcasts, and Podbean.

As always, check out our Idea Vault Podcast Website to learn more about the show and Vault Studio.

Recent Events

The IDEA Bank has teamed up with the Sorrell 360 Center to host a Business Pitch Competition and training program. These six eager individuals are in the midst of our 6-week pitch development training and will be competing for $1,000 in just a few weeks. Mark your calendars for Dec. 1 to hear their ideas! More info coming soon.

This month, we had the honor of attending the Pike County Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet with our Student Entrepreneurs in Residence. These students gained invaluable opportunities to network with local community leaders and to hear from First Sgt. Matt Eversmann on the importance of servant leadership.

Happy Halloween! We love being a part of the Downtown community and enjoyed participating in Pumpkins around the Square. Thank you to everyone who stopped by the IDEA Bank for some candy! Pictured above: IDEA Bank Program Coordinator, Mauree Alice Porter, with IDEA Bank Student Worker, Amanda Robert. Plus, IDEA Bank Director, Lynne George, and her two little ones took part in the costume contest!