At the Okoboji Entrepreneurial Institute, students participate in an advanced study of entrepreneurship that includes seminars with successful entrepreneurs, business, and community leaders; networking and mentoring to enhance their understanding of entrepreneurship opportunities in Iowa; and they have a little bit of fun, too.
The Okoboji Entrepreneurial Institute will take place June 11-15, 2023. Deadline to apply is April 13, 2023.
The institute is a joint effort of the State Board of Regents, the Iowa Department of Economic Development, the Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Centers at the University of Iowa, Iowa State University, University of Northern Iowa, and the Iowa Lakes Corridor Development Corporation.
Iowa State University OEI Class of 2022: Parker Jameson, Julio Delgadillo, Phillip Gorni, Jassma’ray Johnson, Micah Walker, Armaan Gupta, and Henry Shires
Eight budding entrepreneurs from each of the state universities, the University of Northern Iowa, Iowa State University, and the University of Iowa, plus students from Buena Vista University & Iowa Lakes Community College attend the Institute.
Residents of the Great Lakes area open their homes to host the 32 students during the week-long event, providing students with a full quality-of-life experience in the region.
At the Institute you will:
Eligibility: