Podcasts

ITEC launches entrepreneurship podcast series

The new series is devoted to topics in entrepreneurship, such as social entrepreneurship, innovations in the health sector, family businesses, global entrepreneurs, and opportunities for finance professionals in the entrepreneurial sector. The series includes:


Growth Engine for Acquisition
- September 14, 2009 -

In this podcast, Vinit Nijhawan, director of enterprise at the Institute for Technology Entrepreneurship and Commercialization(ITEC) answers the following questions: What makes a startup an attractive acquisition? What should entrepreneurs keep in mind as they’re growing their startup if they want to sell the company?  >>more




Sourcing Funding: VC Funding in the Current Economic Climate
- August 17, 2009 -

In this podcast, Vinit Nijawan, director of enterprise for the Institute for Technology Entrepreneurship and Commercialization (ITEC) discusses VC Funding in the Current Economic Climate. >>more



Soft Landings for International Startups
- August 14, 2009 -

In this podcast, Carol Hoopes, Associate Director, Institute for Technology Entrepreneurship and Commercialization (ITEC), explains the award-winning support ITEC's International Incubator Program provides for overseas companies entering the US market. She also addresses some of the challenges the global entrepreneur faces today, and then outlines some winning solutions.  >>more


Girl Scouts to Game Changers: The Rise of Social Enterprise
- July 27, 2009 -
Executive-in-Residence and Director of the Public and Nonprofit Management Program Kristen McCormack talks about the rise of social entrepreneurs across both revenue-generating businesses and traditional nonprofit models.>>more

                

Global Sustainability Entrepreneurs
- July 13, 2009 -

In this podcast, Paul McManus discusses the emergence of entrepreneurial initiatives in the area of global sustainability.>>more




Incubating Business at Boston University
- July 6, 2009 -

In this podcast, Director of Business Incubation at Boston University and Senior Advisor for Corporate Development at the Institute for Technology Entrepreneurship and Commercialization (ITEC) Cliff Robinson discusses the many resources the University provides select entrepreneurs to help commercialize new technologies and establish new businesses. >>more


Steal This Podcast!: Bootstrap Marketing for Entrepreneurs
- July 2, 2009 -

Beth Goldstein, Faculty Director for BU's Online Graduate Certificate in Entrepreneurship program, gives insight on successful small business marketing in today's tough economy. Among her pieces of advice: Marketing should never be focused on the product or service, Goldstein explains; instead it should target the customer.  >>more



Supporting the New Entrepreneur
- June 15, 2009 -

Jonathan Rosen, Director of the Institute for Technology Entrepreneurship and Commercialization (ITEC) discusses ITEC's focus on the new entrepreneur and the growing role of entrepreneurship in healthcare sciences, sustainability initiatives, and emerging technologies.  >>more



Experience Based Learning for Entrepreneurs
- June 9, 2009 -

Peter Russo is Director of Entrepreneurship Programs at Boston University's Institute for Technology Entrepreneurship and Commercialization (ITEC). In this podcast he provides an overview of the many customizable, hands-on resources for entrepreneurs at Boston University. >>more



The Critical Role of Entrepreneurship in a Recession
- May 28, 2009 -

In this podcast, Jonathan Rosen, Director of the Institute for Technology Entrepreneurship and Commercialization (ITEC), discusses the critical role entrepreneurs can play during this recession. Their innovations in the health, energy, and technology sectors will be particularly instrumental in stabilizing the broader economy. >>more



Measure Twice, Cut Once: Overcoming Business Plan Pitfalls
- May 18, 2009 -

Peter Russo, Director of Entrepreneurship Programs at Boston University's Institute for Technology Entrepreneurship and Commercialization (ITEC), has worked with hundreds of people developing new ventures, both in academic and industry settings. In this podcast, he shares his expertise, outlining the most common errors entrepreneurs make when they craft their business plans. >>more