California Entrepreneurship Educators Conference 2025

Registration is now open for the 2025 CEEC

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We are excited to invite you to participate in the 2025 California Entrepreneurship Educators Conference (CEEC), organized by the Lavin Entrepreneurship Center at San Diego State University (SDSU). The conference will be held on the SDSU campus in San Diego from April 23 to April 26, 2025.

Keynote Speaker

 

Dr. Dan Wadhwani

Dan Wadhwani is the Jill Brooks-Garnett Teaching Chair in Entrepreneurship at the USC Marshall School of Business. He is also Director of Research and Graduate Programs at USC’s Greif Center for Entrepreneurial Studies. Dan has previously taught at University of the Pacific, Copenhagen Business School, Kyoto University, and Harvard Business School. His research focuses on the impact of entrepreneurship on economies and societies over time. Dan’s recent publications include studies of how hype shapes entrepreneurial culture (Journal of Business Venturing) and how societal changes and challenges reshape entrepreneurship research (Academy of Management Perspectives). He has taught various entrepreneurship courses such as Founder’s Dilemmas and Entrepreneurial Management.   

We are currently accepting proposals for Roundtable Discussions

We are excited to invite roundtable proposals for the California Entrepreneurship Educators Conference, taking place from April 23-26, 2025, at San Diego State University. This is an excellent opportunity for educators and researchers to engage in meaningful dialogue, share insights, and collaborate on topics related to entrepreneurship research and pedagogy.

We welcome roundtable discussions on a wide range of subjects, from emerging trends and innovative teaching methodologies to significant research findings and challenges in the field of entrepreneurship. Proposals that foster interactive, thought-provoking conversations and contribute to advancing entrepreneurship education and research are especially encouraged.

Submit your roundtable proposal (e.g., early-stage research project, experiential exercise, etc.) to join a community of leading scholars and practitioners dedicated to enhancing the impact and scope of entrepreneurship research and education. We look forward to your contributions and the dynamic discussions they will inspire. Please note that we will accept a limited number of roundtable proposals as space allows. If you are interested in participating, please submit your proposal soon. Decisions will be made on an ongoing basis starting in mid-December 2024.

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CEEC 2025 Key Dates:

• November 13, 2024 - Roundtable submission portal opens (500-word proposals)
  Acceptance notifications will be sent on an ongoing basis starting mid-December.
• Mid-December 2024 - Paper presentations acceptance notifications sent.*
• December 2024 - CEEC 2025 registration website opens.
• February 28, 2025 - Roundtable proposal submission deadline by 11:59 pm PST
• March 7, 2025 - Early-bid registration deadline by 11:59 pm PST (Early-bird conference fee: $495).
  

* Although the deadline for paper presentation submissions has passed, a few presentation slots may become available if presenters need to withdraw due to visa processing delays. If you have an advanced research project and can travel to San Diego to present at the conference, please email Professor Mujtaba Ahsan ([email protected]) to discuss this.

We welcome Roundtable proposals on a wide range of topics related to entrepreneurship research and pedagogy, including but not limited to:

Research Roundtable Topics

1. Tech Titans: AI, Blockchain, and the Future of Startups
   Dive into how emerging technologies are revolutionizing entrepreneurial ventures.
2. Diversity in Action: Building Inclusive Entrepreneurial Ecosystems
   Discuss strategies to foster diversity and inclusion in entrepreneurship.
3. Beyond Borders: Thriving in the Global Entrepreneurship Arena
   Explore the unique challenges and opportunities for international entrepreneurs.
4. The Power Players: Unpacking Key Traits of Entrepreneurial Success
   Examine individual and team characteristics that drive successful ventures.
5. Resourceful Rebels: Innovative Strategies and Capabilities for High-Performance Ventures
   Share creative approaches to managing, scaling, and enhancing capabilities within entrepreneurial ventures.
6. Navigating the Landscape: How Institutions and Macroeconomic Factors Shape Entrepreneurship
   Discuss the impact of institutional and economic environments on entrepreneurial growth.

Pedagogy Roundtable Topics:

1. Mindset Magic: Cultivating Resilient and Proactive Entrepreneurs
   Share evidence-based techniques for fostering a growth-oriented mindset in students.
2. Game On! Boosting Entrepreneurial Learning Through Gamification
   Showcase the impact of game-based learning on entrepreneurial education.
3. AI in Action: Transforming Entrepreneurship Education with Technology
   Highlight successful integration of AI into curricula with tangible outcomes.
4. Learning by Doing: The Impact of Experiential Education in Entrepreneurship
   Discuss how hands-on projects create real-world readiness for students.
5. Nurturing Innovators: The Role of Entrepreneurship Centers and Incubators
   Explore how centers and incubators fuel entrepreneurial talent with best practices.
6. Crafting Purposeful Entrepreneurs: Defining Goals and Learning Objectives in Entrepreneurship Education
   Examine the distinct purpose of entrepreneurship education and explore essential learning objectives.

Visa Requirements: International faculty requiring a visa to travel to the U.S. are encouraged to submit early to ensure sufficient time for visa processing.

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