A Higher Ed Innovation Special



Office of Small Business and Innovation



Join us for an inspiring day of learning, storytelling, and networking
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The Launch Minnesota Higher Education Network invites you to a special event featuring *Matthew Pollard*, bestselling author of "The Introvert’s Edge" and Sales Kickoff Speaker of the Year. Matthew will lead two interactive sessions about the power of storytelling and moving beyond the traditional elevator pitch.

*This event is open to all and is free*, including students, alumni, educators, researchers, entrepreneurs, and supporters. Together, we will build a more connected and collaborative future.

*Learn more about this special event [ [link removed] ]*

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*Event Details:*

*Location:* Northrup Auditorium, Best Buy Theater
84 Church Street SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455

*Date and Time:* Wednesday, October 8
9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

*Agenda*


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9:00 AM to 10:30 AM: Session 1: Build Your Story Playbook


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10:30 AM to 11:00 AM: Networking Break


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11:00 AM to 12:00 PM: Session 2: The Death of the Elevator Pitch


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12:30 PM to 1:00 PM: Q&A / Hot Seat

*Hosts and Sponsors*


* College of Saint Benedict & Saint John’s University
* University of Northwestern, St. Paul
* Minnesota State University, Mankato
* DEED / Launch Minnesota
* University of Minnesota – Carlson School

Parking

Accessible and standard parking are available within walking distance of the venue:


* Church Street Garage, 80 Church St SE – about a 5-minute walk
* Fourth Street Parking Ramp, 1625 4th St SE – about a 10-minute walk
* Washington Avenue Parking Ramp, 501 Washington Ave SE – about a 15-minute walk
* Nolte Center Garage, 14 Church St SE – contract only unless noted for event parking, about an 8-minute walk
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Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and help shape Minnesota’s innovation future.




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