New Year, New Opportunities
The IDEA Bank is back in action: workshop collaborations with the Small Business Development Center, a marketing competition, and more.
Hi from the USASBE (United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship) Conference in Birmingham! Our offices are closed today as we work on enhancing our skills, knowledge, and resources to best serve you in the future. In the meantime, scroll through this edition of IDEA Bank Buzz and read about the following:
- Upcoming Workshop: Start Your Business in Pike County
- Upcoming Opportunity: Student Marketing Competition
- What to expect during the Spring 2024 Semester (Save the Dates)
- The IDEA Bank’s new LinkedIn profile
- Upcoming Hours of Operation
Is starting a business on your 2024 goal list?
Workshop: Start Your Business in Pike County
Whether you're in the initial stages of considering business ownership or are ready to take the plunge, this workshop will provide you with the knowledge and tools needed for a successful launch.
We’ve teamed up with the Troy University Small Business Development Center and Pike County Chamber of Commerce to offer this inspiring, after-hours workshop to you at no cost. Learn to be your own boss, understand the support and resources available to you, network with a supportive community, and start building your network in Pike County.
Start Your Business in Pike County
Tuesday, Jan. 30
5:30 - 6 p.m.
Free + light refreshments will be provided.
Student entrepreneurs: Do you want extra advertising for your business?
Enter our Marketing Competition
The IDEA Bank’s annual Marketing Competition is back! This program provides student entrepreneurs the opportunity to compete for a $2,000 advertising bundle for their business!
The competition runs from February 19 - 23. Applications and more information can be found on our website now and close February 9.
Must be a current Troy University student to enter.
Wondering what else we have planned for the Spring semester?
First Glance at the 2024 Calendar
Our first round of Spring 2024 dates is here! Peep the lineup below and visit our website for more info about these events and more.
Whether you’re a student, faculty, or staff member at TROY, a current or aspiring local business owner, a fellow educator, or just a friend, we have an opportunity for you. Stay tuned as we continue to add new programs!
The IDEA Bank joins LinkedIn!
As we constantly look to expand our reach and share our resources, the IDEA Bank has most recently joined LinkedIn and would appreciate your follow.
Upcoming Hours of Operation
Please be advised of the following upcoming office closures:
January 12: IDEA Bank offices will be closed due to staff attending the USASBE Conference
January 15: Troy University closed due to the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday
If you need to reach us during these closures please email ideabank@troy.edu or leave a message at 334-808-6777. We will get back to you promptly upon our return.