VMN April Virtual Mentor Meeting: When founders face the spotlight

​When founders face the spotlight: How can we mentor entrepreneurs to strategically pursue awards AND maximize their 'trophy moments' once they win? Let's discuss the delicate balance of chasing recognition, celebrating accomplishments, and leveraging resources for founder and venture success!

​Join us for a conversation with Northeastern University Center for Entrepreneurship Education (NUCEE) Undergraduate Prototype Award and Alpha Award winners!

​This session will be co-hosted with Marina Watanabe who facilitates the awards process. We are inviting past winners of these awards to share their insights and match with mentors!

​Note to all: Alpha Fund Award and Undergraduate Prototype Award Applications for the next round are open and DUE MAY 1.

​Goals:

• ​​Learn from and connect with our network

• ​​Share updates and opportunities

​​Agenda:

• ​​Introduce the Prototype/Alpha Awards and recent winners

• ​​Discussion: Mentoring when founders face the spotlight

• ​​Breakout space for further discussion

• ​​Updates and open floor for anything to share

• ​​Next Steps!