Members of the Colgate community are invited to this reception to meet the teams participating in this year’s TIA Summer Accelerator and connect with others in the Entrepreneur Network. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear pitches from four of the teams participating in the accelerator. This event is jointly presented by the Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation and Colgate Entrepreneur Network.

The mission of the Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation (E&I) is to develop an inclusive community of accomplished and effective creators, changemakers, and problem solvers. The office’s Thought Into Action (TIA) programs are immersive co-curricular experiences that enable students to experience entrepreneurship first hand. Teams participating in the TIA Summer Accelerator spend the summer building their venture, supported by a $10,000 grant, mentorship, and a community of peers.

This year's participating ventures are:

• Intellilight: Shayan Bhatti ’26, Aizaz Faisal ’24, and Pahul Sachdeva ’26
• LJH Publishing: Lisa Heller ’18
• Rendezvu: Hunter Macy ’22
• Shneer Agritech: Diya Badola ’25 and Jahanvi Chamria ’28
• Vitalize: Talia Broder ’28

Registration is free for current Colgate students and $13 for alumni. Food and drinks will be provided. 

Presented by the Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation and Colgate Entrepreneur Network