Programs and Resources

Consultation Services 

At the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, we offer comprehensive consultation services to help individuals and organizations bring their innovative ideas to life. Our team of experienced facilitators, advisors, and consultants provides customized support and guidance, including market analysis, strategic planning, financial modeling, and more. We are committed to empowering entrepreneurs and innovators to achieve their goals, and we work closely with our clients to ensure their success.

Feel free to drop by or get in touch with us at cie@erau.edu

Workshop Series

Our workshop series is designed to provide entrepreneurs and innovators with the tools and knowledge they need to succeed. Our series covers a range of topics, from ideation and product development to marketing and fundraising. Each workshop is led by an experienced industry professional or academic expert, who brings a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience to the classroom. Our interactive and engaging workshops provide participants with actionable insights and practical skills they can apply to their own ventures. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow your business, our workshop series can help you achieve your goals.

For any inquiries, please contact us at cie@erau.edu

Accelerator Programs

At the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, we offer a suite of accelerator programs tailored to entrepreneurs and innovators at every stage of their journey. Our ideation stage program is designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs turn their ideas into viable business models, while our build stage program provides support and resources for early-stage startups to refine and launch their products. Our seed stage program offers funding and mentorship for established businesses looking to scale, and our Test Flight Bootcamp accelerator program is designed specifically for aviation, aerospace, and other high-tech startups seeking to bring their products to market. Each of our accelerator programs provides participants with a comprehensive suite of resources and support, including mentorship, networking opportunities, funding, and access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment. We are committed to helping entrepreneurs and innovators achieve their goals and realize their full potential.

For any inquiries, please contact us at cie@erau.edu

Embry-Riddle RISE

Embry‑Riddle RISE is committed to empowering veterans, military members, and their families to achieve the entrepreneurial dream through entrepreneurship. We believe in the potential of our veterans and aspire to open doors to economic opportunities for veterans, Guard members, and reservists by enhancing their skills in creating and sustaining entrepreneurial ventures. 

Embry-Riddle CARE

Embry-Riddle Care is a collaborative initiative dedicated to fostering the growth and success of minority and underrepresented entrepreneurs in our community. In partnership with the Daytona Beach City, African American Entrepreneurs Association, CareerSource Florida, Volusia County Chamber of Commerce, and Volusia County Economic Development, we aim to provide vital support to small businesses and early-stage companies. Our comprehensive program offers resources, mentorship, networking opportunities, and access to tailored assistance, empowering entrepreneurs to thrive and contribute to the vibrant economic landscape of our region. Together, we are committed to building a more inclusive and equitable entrepreneurial ecosystem, where every voice is heard and every dream has the opportunity to flourish.

Innovation and Entrepreneurship Week (IE Week)

Innovation and Entrepreneurship Week (IE Week) is a dynamic showcase of panels, workshops, evening talks, networking events and the inspiring TREP EXPO. A week dedicated to igniting innovation and fostering entrepreneurial spirit.

TREP Expo

TREP Expo is the first step to showcase venture concepts and give fledgling entrepreneurs exposure. A business competition testing the commercial viability, innovativeness, and overall interest of entrepreneurship.

ESHIP TECH TALK

ESHIP TECH TALK features and highlight Embry-Riddle student-led startups with revolutionary ideas, scalable transformative technologies, or cutting-edge technologies that utilizes tech transfer programs.

Launch Your Venture

Do you have a groundbreaking business idea? Have you developed a concept that would revolutionize aviation, aerospace or engineering? Do you have what it takes to be the next Student-to-CEO? Bring your business idea to life with Launch Your Venture and win up to $10,000 in prizes.

HappE Hour

Join us for a fun and relaxed happy hour networking event where you can connect with fellow entrepreneurs, innovators, and industry experts in the aviation, aerospace, and high-tech sectors.

Our happy hour events provide the perfect opportunity to expand your network, exchange ideas, and explore potential collaborations in a casual setting. Meet like-minded individuals who share your passion for innovation and entrepreneurship, while enjoying complimentary refreshments and appetizers. Whether you are a startup founder, industry professional, or student, our happy hour networking events offer a unique and valuable opportunity to build meaningful relationships and expand your professional network.

Come join us and discover the power of connection.

The Entrepreneurship Ventures Club

Our mission is to empower students to become innovative and successful entrepreneurs by providing resources, mentorship, and experiential learning opportunities. We strive to create a supportive community that fosters creativity, collaboration, and entrepreneurship, and inspires students to take risks, think outside the box, and pursue their passions with confidence and enthusiasm.

Join the club!

The John Mica Engineering and Aerospace Innovation Center

The MicaPlex, the cornerstone building of the Research Park at Embry-Riddle in Daytona Beach, Florida presents a unique collaborative opportunity for business and the university community to develop, refine and bring new products and technological services to market.