Starting Gate

Starting Gate students and mentors are listening to pitch presentations in the Haymarket downtown location.

Events

All workshops are held from 6 to 7 p.m. in 2150 Schneider Hall (Dean's Conference Room) at the Haworth College of Business, unless otherwise noted. These events are open to all WMU students, even those not participating in the full accelerator program, by registering no later than noon on the day of each workshop. Additionally, business students may attend for SPuRS credit.

Starting Gate
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo MI 49008-5429 USA
(269) 387-5860

Spring 2025 schedule

Getting unstuck

January 13 | Beth Smith, Western Michigan University
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Leading an organization

January 27 | Dr. Decker Hains, Western Michigan University
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Negotiating basics for entrepreneurs

February 10 | Eric Zahrai, Western Michigan University
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How to 10X in business and in life

February 17 | Toni Will, Kalamazoo Wings Hockey Club
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Setting sail: Parker's business launch story

February 24 | Parker Lammers, Blue Vista Marine Services
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The Aroma Labs: turning passion into reality

March 10 | Tanya Thompson, The Aroma Labs
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Starting Gate Demo Day

March 17, 4:30 to 6 p.m.