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Innovate StateOctober 10, 2025

INNOVATE STATE: Emerging Leaders: Building Community, Capital and Culture | Burgess Institute, FY26

INNOVATE STATE: Emerging Leaders: Building Community, Capital and Culture | Burgess Institute, FY26

Join us for our Emerging Leaders Speaker Series featuring Caleb Conley, Growth Capital and Program Manager at TechTown Detroit and Venture 313. In this session, Caleb shares insights on Building Community, Capital, and Culture, exploring how strong networks, access to resources, and inclusive ecosystems fuel entrepreneurial success.

The Burgess Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation at Michigan State University empowers students to lead lives of impact through entrepreneurship. With an education-first approach, we equip Spartans with the mindset, experience, and community they need to create meaningful change.

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