Love Always Wins Workshop
Friday, February 14, 2025 – 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
549 W Palm Ave, Orange, CA 92868
In a world that feels more divided than ever, many have lost faith in love’s power.
But what if love isn’t just an emotion or belief—it’s a scientifically proven force?
Join tech and social entrepreneur Hamed 'K' Khan for an exploration of love as a fundamental
driver of cooperation, unity, and survival. Learn from 12 groundbreaking works in
biology, neuroscience, and artificial intelligence, and uncover why love is evolutionarily
designed to win.
WomenEntrepreneurs@Chapman Presents:
Joint Event with Octane's LaunchPad and SBDC
Thursday, February 6, 2025 – 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
549 W Palm Ave, Orange, CA 92868
You will learn how to pitch to investors for funding. Register if you would like to
present your pitch and receive feedback:
Mastering Investor Pitches: The Ultimate Guide to Time-Constrained Pitching Tickets,
Thu, Feb 6, 2025 at 4:30 PM | Eventbrite
The Future of Place
December 5 – 4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
As the real estate industry emerges from the pandemic, cities around the globe are
transforming to meet the demands of a dynamic, technology-driven future. This event
will delve into the innovative ways urban spaces are being reimagined to address global
challenges such as affordable housing, mobility, and sustainability, while also aligning
with new investment trends in both commercial and residential real estate.
The Future of Transportation
November 14 – 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
It’s an exciting time in the transportation industry! Transportation is experiencing
unprecedented innovations with new technologies and ideas aimed at improving efficiency,
sustainability, and safety like:
- Electric Vehicles (EVs)
- Autonomous, self driving Vehicles (AVs)
- Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles and other alternative energy sources
- Electric scooters and bikes
- Urban Air Mobility (UAM)
- Public transportation initiatives like Elon Musk’s Hyperloop high speed transportation
system using low pressure tubes to transport pods at near-supersonic speeds
- Smart transportation infrastructure
Our panel of experts will address these amazing innovations that are shaping the future
of transportation, making it more sustainable, efficient, and accessible for people
around the world.
Show Her the Money
October 24 – 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
DMAC 123 Screening Theater
Join us for an inspiring evening as we screen Show Her the Money, a powerful documentary highlighting the challenges women face in securing venture
capital. The event will feature a reception at 6pm, followed by the film at 7pm, and
a panel discussion with the producers at 8:30pm. This special screening kicks off
our WomenEntrepreneurs@Chapman program, designed to empower and support female founders.
The Future of Entertainment: Storytelling
October 10 – 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
The entertainment industry is undergoing monumental changes with the onset of artificial
intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), streaming, immersive experiences, and other
technologies. The Dodge Film School and the Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship
and Business Ethics bring you an amazing line up of speakers who will address how
AI and other innovations are impacting storytelling in the film, music, entertainment,
and content industry. Our panelists will discuss:
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Content Creation
- Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR)
- Immersive Theater Experiences
- And traditional storytelling
The Future of Sports:
September 19 – 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
As the sports world undergoes rapid transformation, driven by advancements in technology,
data analytics, and changing fan expectations, the "Future of Sports" aims to provide
a platform to explore these trends and their impact on athletes, teams, and the broader
industry. Our panelists will discuss:
- The Rise of Esports: Discover how competitive gaming is evolving and influencing traditional
sports.
- Future of Fitness: Learn about the innovations driving the future of health and wellness.
- NIL Rights and Technology: Understand the impact of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)
rights on athletes and the industry.
- Fan Engagement and Virtual Experiences: Explore new ways technology is enhancing the
fan experience, both in-person and online.
- AI and VR: Delve into how artificial intelligence and virtual reality are providing
live feedback and transforming gameplay in esports.
Pitch Day and Graduation of Third Startup Incubator
June 27 – 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Join us to celebrate the achievements of our third startup incubator cohort, offered
in partnership with 4th Sector Innovations. Witness firsthand the innovation as our
entrepreneurs showcase their ventures in 3-minute pitches, followed by a Q&A with
guest judges. This event is a unique opportunity to see emerging entrepreneurs in
action, catch a glimpse of their innovative ideas, and enjoy networking with attendees
over light refreshments. Plus, we welcome our Community Forum for Modern Business
and Innovation participants onsite.
Pitch Day and Graduation of Second Startup Incubator
May 24 – 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Celebrate the journey and achievements of our second startup incubator and accelerator
cohorts, partnered with 4th Sector Innovations. Our entrepreneurs, having undergone
three months of intensive growth, will present their ventures through 11 engaging
3-minute pitches, followed by a Q&A session with guest judges. This event offers a
unique chance to glimpse their innovative ideas and products. Afterwards, enjoy a
light celebration lunch, mingle with the teams, network with other attendees, and
savor good food and company. Additionally, we welcome our first Community Forum for
Modern Business and Innovation participants onsite.
Panther Cage Match Competition
April 12 – 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Join us at Chapman University’s Panther Cage Match Competition, an exciting event
that spotlights the thrill of presenting new business ideas to savvy and seasoned
investors. This year, we're kicking things off with an extra dose of inspiration,
featuring a special guest from Amazon Web Services (AWS), who will share the secrets
behind Amazon's culture of innovation and journey from a humble bookstore to a global
innovation leader.
PitchCraft: Film, Script, and Startup Edition
April 5 – 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.
The Dodge Film School and Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship team up to talk about
personal and professional pitches. In this joint workshop, we will show you how to
pitch a movie to a studio, how to pitch a screen play to a producer, and how to pitch
a startup idea to an angel investor. We will give students the opportunity to role
play and pitch in a safe space.
Start-Up to Scale-Up: The Alteryx Success Story
March 28 – 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Be part of an enlightening evening as Libby Duane Adams, Chief Advocacy Officer of
Alteryx, shares the remarkable story of organically growing Alteryx into a global
analytics leader. Gain entrepreneurial insights, explore Alteryx's impact on companies
like McLaren, Coca-Cola, and Siemens Energy, and take part in an engaging Q&A session.
Don't miss this opportunity to uncover the strategies behind scaling a startup into
a market leader. Reserve your spot now for an evening of inspiration and valuable
business insights.
Generations in Business: Navigating Family Transition
March 14 – 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Take part in this insightful event that explores the dynamics of joining, leading,
or stepping away from a family business. Our panel of esteemed family business experts
— Ed Hart, Jenny Dinnen, Pamela Kellogg, and Miguel Gonzalez III — will share experiences
and advice on preparing to enter the family enterprise, integrating outside leadership,
handling succession when the next generation has different passions, and fostering
innovation across generations. Discover strategies for respecting professional boundaries
with family members, maintaining work-life balance, and managing generational wealth.
This event is crucial for students and young entrepreneurs facing the unique challenges
and opportunities within family-operated businesses.
SoCal Celebrates Entrepreneurship 2024
March 9 – 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.
SoCal Celebrates Entrepreneurship 2024 brings together entrepreneurs, students, business leaders, service providers, and
investors to celebrate Southern California as a diverse hub of innovation and entrepreneurship
that fosters culture and upward mobility, and delivers an enhanced quality of life.
NOTE – This event is at Cal State Fullerton
Safeguarding Brilliance: Protecting your Creative Capital
February 29 – 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Learn how to navigate trademarks and safeguard your creative ideas and brand. This
is your opportunity to gain actionable insights from our distinguished panel of experts
at the forefront of intellectual property law, including Eric Jaegers, J.D., a Clinical
Assistant Professor at Chapman University; Lynne Boisineau from Boisineau Law; Justin
Sanders from Masterkey IP; and Stephanie Pottick, founder of Protect for Success®.
Reserve your spot now for an evening that promises to strengthen your understanding
of intellectual property essentials and empower your entrepreneurial journey.
AI & Media Arts Collide: Future Visions Symposium
February 23 – 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
This unique event offers an exclusive opportunity to interact with special guest Tim
Bicio, CTO of Lightstorm Entertainment—the innovative minds behind James Cameron's
Avatar films and pioneers in digital cinema. Pose your questions and gain insights
into the groundbreaking enhancements transforming the cinematic experience.
Joining this insightful journey, AI experts from Dell Technologies, Craig Allen and
Jon McKim, will share perspectives on the promises and responsibilities of AI, emphasizing
the pivotal role of data in shaping its effectiveness. Uncover what the future holds
as AI continues to shape the dynamic landscape of entertainment.
December 6 – 4:30-6:30 p.m.
PitchPerfect: Refining Startup Brilliance
Pitch your startup idea in front of four seasoned angel investors ready to provide
you with valuable feedback. It’s the perfect opportunity to refine and elevate your pitch to the next level.
November 9 – 4:30-6:30 p.m.
David Friedman, Ray Chan, Tech Coast Angels, The Perfect Pitch
Venture capitalists from Tech Coast Angels will give a presentation on how to give
a winning pitch for your startup. Learn what VCs are looking for in a great pitch
to receive funding.
November 1 – 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Sylvie Bastardo, Niklas Myhr, Matt Prince, Neal Schaffer, panel on social media and
entrepreneurship
Hear the story about Professor Prince offering to cancel the final if a student received
over 1m views on Tik Tok. Sylvie Bastardo will relay the story of how she did it!
October 27 – 11:30 a.m.
Nathan Schulhof, Inventor of the MP3 Player
Mr. Schulhof is a visionary and entrepreneur who not only conceived of one of the
best-selling word processors for the Apple 2 but is recognized by the Smithsonian
as the inventor of the MP3 player. Come and hear Schulhof’s many awe-inspiring stories
of innovation.
October 19 – 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Tansu Philip, Viva La Boba, actor and screenwriter
Leah de Leon, Founder Unreel Stories, video and content producer
Chapman alumni Tansu and Leah are both in the film, media and content professions.
Leah will share how she started her content production company. Tansu will talk about
balancing and running a boba shop with her profession as an actor and screenwriter.
October 11 – 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Wing Lam, founder of Wahoo's Fish Tacos
Come hear Wing Lam’s entrepreneurial journey! Learn how he started Wahoo’s Fish Tacos
and grew the business into a successful franchise.
October 5 – 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Karen Caswelch, CEO of Archytas Robotics
Calling all techies! Learn how Karen Caswelch’s career was and how she became an entrepreneur.
Karen will share what it is like being a woman in tech and more.
September 20 – 4:30-6:30 p.m.
JC Ruffalo, The Cove Fund, and founder of three startups
Chapman alum JC Ruffalo talked about how he started and ran 3 companies. Now he runs
a $30m venture fund!
September 14 – 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Co-founders Arden Gilfillan and Margaux Reaume of Argaux a wine distribution company
Arden and Margaux shared how they met and discovered their passion for food and wine,
which led to their successful wine distribution business.
April 21, 2023 - Leadership Conference
February 24, 2023 - Career Launch Boot Camp
February 23, 2023 - Parent Spring Summit
