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Diane Durance is the Director of the UNC Wilmington Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, an organization that provides working space, tools, networking opportunities, and mentorship to entrepreneurs and new venture startups. Diane was previously the President of MiQuest, a company that promotes entrepreneurship through publications and events. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Masters of Public Administration from the Southern Methodist University.
Claire Holroyd is the Co-Founder and CEO of Skilly-do, a company that helps parents use their time effectively and help their preschool children learn through play. Claire received the John Hope Franklin Award from the Center for Documentary Studies and has a BA in Public Policy from Duke University. Claire also has an MFA in Photography, Video and Related Media from the School of Visual Arts. Claire’s career includes working for companies such as Qualcomm, the PlayStation Network, and Square Enix.
Diane joins me today to share how the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE) connects the university’s resources with entrepreneurs and venture startups. She describes the Mentor Group Program and the coworking space provided by CIE and reveals the upcoming networking and learning events. I also spoke with Claire to learn more about Skilly-do and how CIE helped her start her businesses and connect with expert mentors.
“Our mission is to connect and ignite the regional strengths and the university expertise to create innovation and entrepreneurial solutions.” - Diane Durance
This week on the Supportedly Podcast:
“They’re going to connect you with the right people - because they know the right people - and they don’t hesitate. If they can help you, they are going to help you.” - Claire Holroyd
Free & Low-Cost Programs at UNC Wilmington Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship:
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Connect with Claire Holroyd:
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The Supportedly Podcast is produced by Auxbus. You can create your own great podcast - faster and easier - at Auxbus.com
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Diane Durance is the Director of the UNC Wilmington Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, an organization that provides working space, tools, networking opportunities, and mentorship to entrepreneurs and new venture startups. Diane was previously the President of MiQuest, a company that promotes entrepreneurship through publications and events. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Masters of Public Administration from the Southern Methodist University.
Claire Holroyd is the Co-Founder and CEO of Skilly-do, a company that helps parents use their time effectively and help their preschool children learn through play. Claire received the John Hope Franklin Award from the Center for Documentary Studies and has a BA in Public Policy from Duke University. Claire also has an MFA in Photography, Video and Related Media from the School of Visual Arts. Claire’s career includes working for companies such as Qualcomm, the PlayStation Network, and Square Enix.
Diane joins me today to share how the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE) connects the university’s resources with entrepreneurs and venture startups. She describes the Mentor Group Program and the coworking space provided by CIE and reveals the upcoming networking and learning events. I also spoke with Claire to learn more about Skilly-do and how CIE helped her start her businesses and connect with expert mentors.
“Our mission is to connect and ignite the regional strengths and the university expertise to create innovation and entrepreneurial solutions.” - Diane Durance
This week on the Supportedly Podcast:
“They’re going to connect you with the right people - because they know the right people - and they don’t hesitate. If they can help you, they are going to help you.” - Claire Holroyd
Free & Low-Cost Programs at UNC Wilmington Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship:
Connect with Diane Durance:
Connect with Claire Holroyd:
Subscribe, Rate, & Share
Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of the Supportedly podcast! If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe on iTunes and leave your honest review. Don’t forget to visit our website, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and share your favorite episodes on social media!
The Supportedly Podcast is produced by Auxbus. You can create your own great podcast - faster and easier - at Auxbus.com