CSU EB Innovation Festival
CSU EB Innovation Festival
Thursday, May 8, 2025 (12:30 PM - 8:30 PM) (PDT)
Description
π Get Ready for Innovation Festival 2025!
π Hosted at California State University, East Bay
ποΈ Thursday, May the | 12:30 PM – 8:30 PM
π― In partnership with the Hayward Chamber of Commerce and East Bay SBDC
Join us for a full day of inspiration, innovation, and impact at one of the Bay Area’s most dynamic entrepreneurship events! Whether you're a student with a bold idea, an entrepreneur ready to pitch, or a professional eager to connect with tomorrow’s changemakers — this is the event for you.
π₯ What’s in Store:
π€ Opening Plenary: Technology & Leadership
Kick off the festival with a high-energy keynote on how innovation and leadership are evolving in today's tech-driven world.
π¬ Fireside Chats: Future Trends in Key Industries
Gain insider insights from industry leaders as they discuss the future of:
Retail: Where commerce meets experience
Food: Innovations reshaping how we eat
Manufacturing: From automation to sustainability
π± Sprouts Exclusive Session + Mini-Pitch Slam
Cheer on student food entrepreneurs as they pitch their product ideas for a chance to win a spot on the shelves at Sprouts Farmers Market! π₯¦β¨
π‘ Startup Pitch Competition
Watch emerging founders showcase their ventures in front of judges, mentors, and investors. The stakes? Prizes, exposure, and potential partnerships!
π Award Ceremony & Alumni Networking Reception
Celebrate the most innovative ideas of the day and connect with our growing community of alumni, founders, and thought leaders in a relaxed, engaging setting.
π Why Attend?
Discover cutting-edge innovations and startups
Gain inspiration from real-world success stories
Expand your network with founders, professionals, and investors
Explore ways to get involved in the entrepreneurial ecosystem
ποΈ Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this exciting journey toward the future of innovation! Whether you're looking to pitch, learn, hire, or invest—Innovation Festival 2025 is the place to be.
π Let’s shape the future — together! πΌπ‘
For more details and registration - visit: https://www.csueastbay.edu/innovationfestival2025/