Get Involved

Become a Member

We invite any student from SJSU and abroad (25% of our member base can be non-students) to become a member of our organization – to attend our events, enter our business plan competition and Neat Ideas Fair, and be part of our entrepreneurial community.  Our members include current SJSU undergrad and graduate students.

Perks of Joining ES
  • Tap into the Entrepreneurial Society network of faculty members and local, regional, and alumni professionals and entrepreneurs. Through our events, workshops, and mixers, students have the opportunity to develop contacts within the local entrepreneurial community.
  • Develop your entrepreneurial skills by learning about how to generate ideas, finding different sources of funding, due diligence, feasibility analysis, market research, business plan creation, etc.–while being mentored by veteran entrepreneurs, professors, and venture capitalists from around the Silicon Valley.
  • Gain preferred admission to limited attendance, high-profile events and conferences
  • Work in a professional environment and gain real world experience  with other individuals who are starting companies in one of the most awarded and professional organizations on campus.
Become a Judge

The Business Plan Competition judges assess plans on a number of different metrics and offer useful feedback in an effort to help entrants continue to refine their strategies and ideas.

Become a Speaker

Throughout the year, ES invites experienced professionals to give lectures, educational seminars, and workshops to its members.  ES holds events both in formal settings around SJSU campus and at the library.

Become a Mentor

ES has a very active mentoring program that matches teams entering our business plan competition and Neat Ideas Fair with experienced and dedicated professionals who will assist in the creation and development of their new ventures.

Connect with Us

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