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Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation

The Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation connects students, faculty, staff, alumni and community partners with hands-on programs, resources and relationships that turn entrepreneurial thinking into action.

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I have an idea
Turn your idea into action with student programs, pitch opportunities and hands-on experiences connected to Charlotte’s entrepreneurial community.
Student Programs
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I want entrepreneurship support
Connect with startup resources, business counseling and Charlotte-area support designed to help entrepreneurs and small business owners move forward.
Resources
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I want to bring entrepreneurship into my classroom
Give students access to Charlotte’s entrepreneurial energy through speakers, applied projects and hands-on experiences that connect learning with opportunity.
Faculty + Staff Resources
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I want to get involved
Share your experience as a mentor, guest speaker or competition judge and help UNC Charlotte students connect ideas with real-world insight.
Get Involved
Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation

Upcoming Events

Oct
29

Spooky Lab

6PM — 7:30PM
CO-LAB at UNC Charlotte Center City

Join us for Spooky Lab, a fun-filled Halloween event designed especially for families! On October 29, 2026, from 6:00–7:30 PM…

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Oct
29

Spooky Lab

6PM — 7:30PM
CO-LAB at UNC Charlotte Center City

Join us for Spooky Lab, a fun-filled Halloween event designed especially for families! On October 29, 2026, from 6:00–7:30 PM…

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Nov
19

Global Entrepreneurship Week: 49er Foundry Business Shower

5PM — 7PM
CO-LAB AT UNC CHARLOTTE CENTER CITY,, Grand Hall

Join us during Global Entrepreneurship Week for the 49er Foundry Business Shower, a celebration of student innovation and entrepreneurial growth!…

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Nov
19

Global Entrepreneurship Week: 49er Foundry Business Shower

5PM — 7PM
CO-LAB AT UNC CHARLOTTE CENTER CITY,, Grand Hall

Join us during Global Entrepreneurship Week for the 49er Foundry Business Shower, a celebration of student innovation and entrepreneurial growth!…

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