About This Event
The Inventors & Entrepreneurs Network is a monthly gathering for entrepreneurs, innovators, and mentors to exchange ideas, make connections, and support the growth of new businesses.
What to expect at I&E:
- Peer-to-peer support
- Practice pitching
- Usable feedback
- Open networking
- Free delicious lunch
In partnership with:
- ASU-SBDC
- Prosperity Bank
- Media Advantage
Rules of I&E Network:
1. Break the Rules and Dream — Challenge conventional thinking; innovation comes from looking beyond familiar boundaries and seeing what others do not.
2. Open Doors and Listen — Be approachable and receptive to new people and perspectives; attentive listening leads to unexpected opportunities.
3. Trust and Be Trusted — Build trust by taking small, mutual risks; trust is essential for collaboration within an innovation ecosystem.
4. Experiment and Develop Value — Prioritize action over perfection: try, fail, learn, and iterate, asking for help when needed.
5. Seek Fairness, Not Advantage (No Selling) — Focus on respectful, mutually beneficial relationships rather than trying to “win” at others’ expense.
6. Fail and Persist — Failure is expected; the important part is to keep moving forward with persistence.
7. Pay It Forward — Support others without expecting immediate returns; generosity creates goodwill and future collaboration.