John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center

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	Title	Date	Summary
51	John Pappajohn Iowa Business Plan Competition deadline approaching Public Relations News Release 2009:321, p.1	3/9/2010	The deadline for the first round of the competition is April 30. Applicants are required to submit business plan information via AngelSoft. A link to the AngelSoft submission page is available at the competition Web site.
52	SBI provides assistance to entrepreneurs Batterson--Beau Joseph-Chari (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:36, p.1	2/16/2010	Student Business Incubator program aids, inspires, and nurtures students from all majors with starting a new business venture.
53	UNI's JPEC invites fourth, fifth graders to 'be their own boss' at summer camp Public Relations News Release 2009:265, p.1	2/10/2010	The students will have the opportunity to learn about what it takes to start a small business at the John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center's "Be Your Own Boss" youth summer camp, from June 14-18.
54	Alumnus Mitch Matthews brings 'Big Dreams' to UNI Public Relations News Release 2009:256, p.1	2/3/2010	"Big Dream Gathering" is a place to remember dreams, ponder them, write them down and find connections, according to Connie Hansen, assistant alumni director for programming for Alumni Relations.
55	Pappajohn Launches fifth-annual Iowa Business Plan Competition Public Relations News Release 2009:220, p.1	1/11/2010	The competition is designed to stimulate business development and provide support for outstanding business plans. The competition is open to new and start-up businesses (in business for fewer than six years) in all industries.
56	UNI's Watje Earns Incubator Management Certificate Public Relations News Release 2009:202, p.1	12/9/2009	Laurie Watje, Student Business Incubator manager, has earned a Certificate in Incubator Management. The certificate requires 24 hours of training on topics including incubator finances, strategic planning, policies and procedures.
57	UNI alumni wins regional entrepreneur competition, advances to international competition Public Relations News Release 2009:139, p.1	10/28/2009	Benjamin Frein, a finance and computer science May graduate from Garner, is one of 13 U. S. finalists selected through regional competitions to compete for $150,000 in cash, prizes and services of the GSEA Global Finals Competition in Kansas City, MO.
58	Winners announced in John Pappajohn Iowa Business Plan Competition Public Relations News Release 2009:103, p.1	10/6/2009	Receiving first place in the competition and $25,000 is Body Viz, a company that creates software for 3-D visualization of MRI and CT medical image data to improve surgical planning. Next year's competition will be announced in February. List of winners.
59	UNI graduate selected for Global Student Entrepreneur Competition Public Relations News Release 2009:98, p.1	10/5/2009	Ben Frein, who majored in finance and computer science, will compete in the first round of the Global Student Entrepreneur Awards competition in Chicago on Oct. 22-23. This is the second time Frein, from Garner, has received this honor.
60	UNI physical education graduate student wins elevator pitch competition, advances to nationals Public Relations News Release 2009:96, p.1	10/2/2009	Travis Steffen from Muscatine won the competition for his business, Synn Clothing. Synn produces casual clothing as well as a special clothing line for mixed martial arts fighters. Ryan Morrison, is first alternate, and Brian Hoyer is second alternate.
61	Four finalists chosen to present for John Pappajohn Iowa Business Plan Competition Public Relations News Release 2009:67, p.1	9/18/2009	John Pappajohn will announce the winners and final rankings at the Iowa Venture Capital and Entrepreneur Conference. Following six months of competition, were more than 60 business plans submitted and reviewed. Finalists listed.
62	Eight finalists selected for John Pappajohn Iowa Business Plan Competition Public Relations News Release 2009:1, p.1	8/10/2009	The finalists business plan competitors will interview with a panel of judges. Three finalists will be chosen to present at the Iowa Venture Capital and Entrepreneurs Conference in Des Moines on Oct. 6. Competitors and awards listed.
63	UNI's CEO business simulation winners announced Public Relations News Release 2008:535, p.1	5/13/2009	The teams reviewed performance results based on decisions that incorporated five key business functions covered by the simulation. Team Andrews achieved the highest Balanced Scorecard, which tracks selected benchmarks such as return on investment.
64	UNI's Enderton turns passion for fitness into an online business Public Relations News Release 2008:534, p.1	5/13/2009	Jared Enderton recently launched a web-based business, Enderton-Strength.com, selling nutrition and fitness supplements. With exercise scsience coursework and numerous strongman titles under his belt, he offers customized supplement and training plans.
65	UNI's John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center presents at International Business Incubation Conference Public Relations News Release 2008:516, p.1	5/4/2009	Katherine Cota-Uyar and Laurie Watje's presentation highlighted JPEC's Student Business Incubator (SBI). The SBI is an educational learning laboratory designed to inspire and educate students interested in entrepreneurship and small business.
66	UNI Students receive Small Business Success awards Public Relations News Release 2008:476, p.1	4/16/2009	Awards were announced to students who have demonstrated success in running small businesses. The award includes a $200 cash prize for each student entrepreneur. Students listed.
67	Business plan competition deadline approaching Northern Iowan 105:48, p.3	4/10/2009	May 1 is the deadline for submission of entry forms and outlines for the John Pappajohn Iowa Business Plan Competition. Businesses open fewer than six years are eligible to apply for the chance to win up to $25,000.
68	John Pappajohn Iowa Business Plan Competition deadline approaching Public Relations News Release 2008:445, p.1	4/6/2009	The first round of the competition is open until May 1. The competition is designed to stimulate business development and provide support for outstanding business plans. The centers provide entrepreneurial education and business support.
69	UNI MBA student wins Pappajohn business plan competition Second UNI team receives honorable mention Public Relations News Release 2008:417, p.1	3/23/2009	Zach Hedrington, majoring in business administration, won $5,000 for first place for his business, 3Fueled L. L. C. Travis Lloyd Smith and Dante Means, received a $1,000 honorable mention for their business, Band of Christians L. L. C.
70	UNI to host Collegiate Enterpreneurs' Iowa Conference Public Relations News Release 2008:372, p.1	3/4/2009	Each year this statewide conference brings together students, faculty and staff from throughout Iowa and its neighboring states for a day of networking, education and inspirational speakers.
71	Students win business plan competition Anderson--John David (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 105:40, p.1	3/3/2009	Zach Hedrington, business partners Dante Means and Travis Smith, and Jennifer Betts won the regional John Pappajohn New Venture Business Plan competition; photo.
72	Pappajohn launches fourth-annual Iowa Business Plan Competition Public Relations News Release 2008:354, p.1	2/19/2009	The competition is designed to stimulate business development and provide support for outstanding business plans. Selected companies will be contacted and invited to submit full business plans.
73	UNI Students win regional business plan competition, advance to state Public Relations News Release 2008:344, p.1	2/16/2009	Azh Hedrington, Jeniffer Betts, and Dante Means won the regional round of the Pappajohn New Venture Business Plan competition and will advance to the state round.
74	EntreFest! Brings together business owners, entrepreneurs, experts and services March 5 - 6 Public Relations News Release 2008:337, p.1	2/4/2009	Small businesses create new jobs, and they employ more than half of Iowa's private labor force. Inspiring those business owners to grow and develop their business, and providing the tools to do so, is the impetus behind the second annual EntreFest!
75	UNI's John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center to host conference for region's collegiate entrepreneurs Public Relations News Release 2008:300, p.1	1/14/2009	This free conference will feature sessions with seasoned entrepreneurs, new business owners and experts in business-related fields.
76	First graduate of on-campus UNI Innovation Incubator moving to Cedar Falls Main Street Public Relations News Release 2008:254, p.1	12/3/2008	Far Reach Technologies provides IT consulting services, such as business analysis, systems integration, customer-relationship management, business-process management, and staff augmentation; custom software development; Web and database services.
77	UNI student takes third in national 'elevator pitch' competition Public Relations News Release 2008:231, p.1	11/18/2008	Tyson Hanish won third place in the competition held at the National CEO Conference in Chicago. The "elevator pitch" is a commonly used term in the business arena, meaning "tell me about your business in the time it takes to ride up an elevator."
78	Taking flight; student entrepreneurs do what they dream Northern Iowa Today 92:2, p.2	11/1/2008	A look at several business associated with the Student Business Incubator in the John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center; photo.
79	Going up Bardsley--Laura Lee (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 105:16, p.1	10/25/2008	Tyson Hanish will be among the forty contestants in an elevator pitch competition in Chicago. Contestants must make a sales pitch to an investor in ninety seconds; photo.
80	UNI senior to compete in national 'Elevator Pitch' competition Public Relations News Release 2008:148, p.1	10/14/2008	Tyson Hanish, from New York, N. Y., won the UNI Elevator Pitch competition to move to this next level at the national conference in Chicago. Mark Watje, a junior marketing: management major from Cedar Falls, is the alternate for UNI.
81	University of Northern Iowa releases county impact data UNI serving all 99 Iowa counties Public Relations News Release 2008:111, p.1	9/30/2008	UNI has a 132-year history of serving Iowans. With more than 57,000 alumni living in Iowa, 11,000 of whom are educators, the university recognizes the role it plays in public service and outreach. There are currently more than 30 outreach programs.
82	Sept. 19 - 21 features family-focused events at UNI Public Relations News Release 2008:80, p.1	9/17/2008	Parents and other family members are invited to visit and partake in family-focused on-campus activities during Family Weekend.
83	UNI classes begin Monday, Aug. 25; 'Panther Fest' offers variety of activities Public Relations News Release 2008:15, p.1	8/15/2008	The welcome week festival will kick off Thursday in the McLeod Center south lawn with a Panther Picnic. There will be free food for the first 1,000 students, outdoor games and music.
84	UNI JPEC selects students to attend Okoboji Entrepreneurial Institute Public Relations News Release 2007:783, p.1	7/24/2008	Eight students will participate in the advanced study of entrepreneurship including an entrepreneurial simulation; seminars with successful entrepreneurs, business leaders and community leaders; and networking to enhance the students' understanding.
85	UNI student entrepreneur to compete in Global Student Entrepreneur Awards competition Public Relations News Release 2007:763, p.1	7/14/2008	Benjamin Frein, a finance and computer science major from Garner, is one of about twenty-five finalists selected through regional competitions to compete for $100,000 in cash, prize, and services.
86	UNI's Phillips enters Student Business Incubator program Public Relations News Release 2007:710, p.1	6/3/2008	Dan Phillips, of Cedar Falls, is the newest individual to join the John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center's (JPEC) Student Business Incubator (SBI) program. Phillips is the owner of Dan Phillips Photography,specializing in weddings and portraits.
87	UNI students recognized for entrepreneurship Public Relations News Release 2007:693, p.1	5/27/2008	Three students received awards for entrepreneurship excellence from the John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center on April 24.
88	Celebrate National E Week Northern Iowan 104:38, p.9	2/26/2008	Events, places, and times announced during National Entrepreneurship Week; photo.
89	Celebrate National Entrepreneurial Week Northern Iowan 104:37, p.4	2/22/2008	Dates, times, and places of events during National Entrepreneurial Week; photo.
90	Business incubator jumpstarts students Harken--Sarah (Student--2007) Northern Iowan 104:34, p.1	2/12/2008	Office space is available to students for starting a business. Interviews are required prior to acceptance. Advice is available for questions on taxes, law, and computers.
91	UNI Collegiate Entrepreneurs' Organization to sponsor events for National Entrepreneurship Week Public Relations News Release 2007:410, p.1	2/6/2008	The Collegiate Entrepreneurs' Organization is sponsoring two events to celebrate National Entrepreneurship Week.
92	EnterFest! brings business owners, entrepreneurs, experts and services together February 21-22 Public Relations News Release 2007:382, p.1	1/28/2008	The two-day conference will be held February 21-22 at Park Place Event Center.
93	UNI student selected for Ernst & Young's Diversity Leadership Conference Public Relations News Release 2007:339, p.1	12/10/2007	Sam Parakkal has been invited to participate in Ernst & Young Discover Tax: Diversity Leadership Conference in New York.
94	High school groups make stops at UNI's new Student Business Incubator Public Relations News Release 2007:315, p.1	11/28/2007	A group of Starmont High School students visited the Student Business Incubator.
95	CEO names winner of freshman drawing Public Relations News Release 2007:193, p.1	10/2/2007	Derek Richards was the winner of a gift certificate to University Book & Supply.
96	Entrepreneurship Symposium at UNI on September 26 Public Relations News Release 2007:175, p.1	9/24/2007	The John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center will be hosting the Entrepreneurship Symposium September 26.
97	Two UNI John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center students on winning teams at Okoboji Entrepreneurial Institute Public Relations News Release 2007:131, p.1	9/4/2007	Joseph Eibes and Drew Kahler won prizes for their business simulation.
98	UNI students' businesses get new home, advisor Public Relations News Release 2007:109, p.1	8/20/2007	Laurie Watje is the new advisor for the Student Business Incubator.
99	UNI names student entrepreneurs of the year Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	4/23/2007	Ben Frein and Dustin O'Leary received the John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center's Student Entrepreneur of the Year award.
100	UNI John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center names students selected to attend Okoboji Entrepreneurial Institute Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	4/19/2007	Seven UNI students were selected to attend the Okoboji Entrepreneurial Institute August 5-10.

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