Entrepreneurship Club at George brown college
Are you interested in becoming a budding entrepreneur? Looking to connect with like-minded students and provide peer-to-peer support to each other as you embark on your entrepreneurial journey?
Then join the Entrepreneurship Club, and bring your creativity to life as you innovate the way students see, learn and develop entrepreneurial competencies. We are seeking students from every GBC campus and academic centre.
If you would like to join the virtual club then click below.
Upcoming Entrepreneurship Club Events
September 23rd: Welcome event & Info session - 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m
Ready to kickstart your entrepreneurial journey?
Join us at the startGBC Entrepreneurship Hub to meet like-minded students, ask questions, share your ideas, and explore all the exciting opportunities our Entrepreneurship Club offers!
October 21st: Converting an Idea to Business Idea Workshop - 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Through collaborative discussions and practical exercises, you'll gain the skills to refine your idea, evaluate its potential, and develop a clear path forward. Whether you're exploring new ideas or ready to take the next step, this workshop will give you the tools to turn your vision into reality!
Register for idea to business workshop
October 28th: Assumption Mapping Workshop - 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Welcome to our Assumption Mapping Workshop! Here, you'll learn how to identify and test the hidden assumptions behind your business ideas. We'll guide you through uncovering these assumptions, prioritizing them, and developing strategies to validate them. By the end, you'll have a clear plan to reduce risks and ensure your ideas are built on solid ground. Let's get ready to challenge our assumptions and create stronger, more successful innovations!
Register for Assumption mapping workshop
November 18th: Design Thinking Workshop - 5:30 p.m. to 7:30p.m.
Join our Design Thinking Workshop to learn a creative approach to problem-solving and discuss real-world case studies.
We'll guide you through understanding users, brainstorming ideas, creating prototypes, and testing solutions.
Perfect for entrepreneurs looking to innovate and improve their products or services.
Register for design thinking workshop
December 9th: Customer Journey Map Workshop - 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Join our Customer Journey Map Workshop! In this session, you'll learn how to create a visual map of your customer's experiences with your product or service. We'll guide you through understanding their needs, pain points, and moments of delight. By the end, you'll have a clear picture of your customers' journey, helping you improve their experience and build stronger relationships. Let's dive in and make your customers' journey smoother and more satisfying!
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Meet the officers of Entrepreneurship Club
President
Aman Kumar
Aman is a Marketing Management – Financial Services Program student at George Brown College. As an entrepreneur turned student, he has cultivated a passion for driving positive change through innovative solutions. Over the years, Aman has had the honour of engaging with innovative minds across borders, where he collaboratively envisioned the “BallotNow- Next Generation Voting System”.
Aman believes passionately about engaging in voluntary service for social causes, and impactful initiatives like coaching marginalized children, the 'go green' project, promoting blood donations and mentoring the JIMS entrepreneurship group at Indraprastha University, India..
“When everyone is discussing the problem, be the one who can provide the solution.” - Aman Kumar
Vice President
Abhiram Gopan
Abhiram is currently pursuing a Project Management program at George Brown. Having rich experience in entrepreneurship, he has been a driving force in establishing and leading entrepreneurship clubs at Amity University and SRM University in India. As a founding member of Amity's entrepreneurship club, he orchestrated various successful programs and intercollege competitions, fostering a culture of innovation.
“Being an Entrepreneur is a mindset. You always have to see things as opportunities.” Abhiram Gopan
Treasurer
Eilia Ashkan
Eilia is currently studying Business Program (B125) at George Brown College, with a desire to pursue a bachelor's degree in business at George Brown. Eilia thrives in entrepreneurship, running a successful handbag business on Amazon. When not involved in his business and academic studies, Eilia is a passionate chess player, running a GBC chess club as well as keen to give back to his community through philanthropy, resources and dedication of time, to support the growth of others.
