2011 AACC Annual Conference, April 9-12, 2011, New Orleans, LA
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20-016 - Leadership Implementing a World Class Entrepreneur Program
Track
:
Workforce Preparation for a Sustainable Economy
Program Code:
1804
Date:
Sunday, April 10, 2011
Time:
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
EST
Location:
228
SPEAKER
(S):
Zachary Hodges
Mary Spangler
Mary Grimes
Description
Houston Community College System created an entrepreneurial platform to support economic growth and student success through multifaceted means. Within the past 12 months, more than 1,000 students and community partners participated in a variety of workshops, seminars, and college classes. More than 40 students developed real-world business plans, and several businesses are in the process of opening their doors.