Introducing IDEA Bank Buzz
Welcome to the inaugural newsletter for the IDEA Bank by Troy University! For those of you who are new to the IDEA Bank, we are an entrepreneurship hub located in downtown Troy, Alabama. We create entrepreneurial resources and collaboration opportunities for our community of students, faculty, staff, alumni, local businesses, and leaders. You can read more about our mission and principles at troy.edu/ideabank.
The purpose of this newsletter is to keep you up-to-date on upcoming events/workshops, distribute entrepreneurial resources and knowledge, connect you to other like-minded individuals, and share exciting updates from our community!
This inaugural edition will focus on the following:
IDEA Bank program spotlight
Call for community mentors
Upcoming events
Student Entrepreneur spotlight
Program Spotlight: Student Launchpad Program
Calling all TROY students! Do you have a great idea but are not sure where to start? Enroll in the Student Launchpad Program and work with the staff at the IDEA Bank to create an action plan. You will start with an introductory meeting where your advisor will help you create a customized roadmap to your achieving your goals. You will work one-on-one with professionals until you are ready to LAUNCH! Get started today by clicking here and scheduling your Introductory Meeting.
Community Mentors: We need you!
The IDEA Bank is not just for people who have a new idea or want to start a business. It’s a place for the community to come together to support each other. If you want to see Troy and Pike County grow, there is not only a place for you at the IDEA Bank, there is a NEED for you! Would you be willing to mentor young leaders or perhaps lead a workshop on your area of expertise? Let us know and we would love to feature you!
What’s Happening at the IDEA Bank?
Join us with the Pike County Chamber of Commerce for Business After Hours on Thursday, June 17 at 5:00 p.m. for a chance to unwind and network with professionals in the community. Appetizers and drinks will be provided.
Student Entrepreneur Spotlight
Did you know that select students have had the chance to utilize the IDEA Bank to launch their business ideas? You will get to know these students as you continue to receive our updates. One student, Dawson Hicks, has a passion for helping young musicians showcase their talents and reach new audiences. He works closely with two other students who share this passion: Lacey Mandac who focuses on marketing and public relations, and Thomas Hartselle, who is an audio engineer. The three of them use the IDEA Bank not only as a workspace but as a recording studio and stage. Their YouTube Channel, IDEA Bank Live, is dedicated to promoting local musicians who create original music. They currently record biweekly and hope to expand with live events and recordings that are open to the public. Check out the channel below and stay tuned for more updates on Dawson’s growth.
If you would like to get involved with IDEA Bank Live, you can email Dawson and his team at ideabanklive@gmail.com.
Closing Thought
You don’t have to be an expert to be a founder. You just have to have the confidence to start. So why not now? Just START.
Come see us at the IDEA Bank if you are ready to start!