The Front Yard | Summit | �� New York

Summit

Intercultural Innovation in Higher Education: A Global Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit

Monday, October 28
9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

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15 Beekman Street, Bianco Room
New York, NY 10038

The Front Yard at �� is thrilled to announce an upcoming summit that will delve into the dynamic intersection of education and entrepreneurship innovation. This summit will serve as a platform to explore cutting-edge strategies and initiatives, bridging these two essential domains, fostering meaningful collaboration and integration. The event will encompass a wide range of engaging panel discussions, exploring topics including international perspectives on educational entrepreneurship, the evolving landscape of universities in the digital age, technology's integration with academic institutions, visionary forecasts, and actionable steps to pave the way for future innovations. Participants can anticipate thought-provoking conversations and actionable insights that are poised to significantly influence the trajectory of educational entrepreneurship. This summit presents a unique opportunity for stakeholders, sponsors, and partners to engage with industry leaders, educators, and entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds. It will be a pivotal gathering, fostering the exchange of ideas, forging meaningful partnerships, and developing strategies to advance the relationship between education and entrepreneurship. By bringing together global innovators, the summit will inspire collaboration and motivate the next generation of innovators. The summit will underscore the formidable impact of cross-cultural collaboration in propelling innovation. Join us as we embark on a journey to explore new ways that redefine the future of learning and innovation, paving the way for transformative changes in both sectors. This summit will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., featuring a full day of engaging panels, keynote sessions, and networking opportunities.

Panel Information

We're thrilled to announce that Connie Weisman, VP of Plug and Play, will be the keynote speaker at this year's summit! Get ready for an inspiring session with one of the industry's top innovators!

Panel 1: International Perspectives

Moderator: Ruben Austin, Entrepreneur and Expert in Startups & Venture Capital
Panelists: To be announced

Panel 2: Education

Moderator: Elad Granot, Business Professor and Former Dean at John Carroll University
Panelists: Lawrence Singleton, Dean of the Lubin School of Business at ��
*More panelists to be announced*

Panel 3: Technology and Universities

Moderator: Dr. Jonathan Hill, Dean of the Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems at ��
Panelists: Andreea Cotoranu, Director of the Design Thinking Lab at ��

*More panelists to be announced*

Panel 4: Future of Innovation

Moderator: Charlie O'Donnell, Founder of nextNY
Panelists: Dennis Owusu-Sem, Fintech Founder
Anderson Reed, NY Venture Director