The inaugural Tulane Innovation Day, presented by the Tulane Innovation Institute in partnership with the Taylor Center for Social Innovation and Design Thinking, is part of New Orleans Entrepreneur Week 2025 (NOEW). This free event is open to the entire community and will feature inspiring speakers, panel discussions, and competitions showcasing innovative ideas and successful entrepreneurs.
Attendees can expect practical advice for starting ventures and insights into investment opportunities within New Orleans startups.
Tulane Innovation Day
Schedule of Events
New Orleans Entrepreneur Week
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
A.B Freeman School | Tulane Goldring/Woldenberg Complex
12 - 1 PM | Keynote Speaker: Brett Hurt & Tulane Ventures Seed Fund Presentation
The Tulane Innovation Institute will welcome the CEO and Co-founder of data.world and author of the startup bible, The Entrepreneur's Essentials to commence the day. An engaging panel discussion will follow this focused on venture funding in Louisiana.
1-2 PM | Taylor Changemaker Institute Showcase
Support the next generation of Tulane changemakers by providing live feedback to students who are building businesses with social or environmental impact.
2-4 PM | Tulane Innovation Institute $50K Demo Day
Watch aspiring entrepreneurs from Tulane and the New Orleans area compete for startup funding at this pitch competition, which offers a top prize of $25,000, a second-place prize of $15,000, and a third-place prize of $10,000.
4-5 PM $50K Demo Day Awards & Reception
Conclude the day with a celebration of entrepreneurship featuring networking, refreshments, and announcing the $50K Demo Day winners.
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