Entrepreneurial News
Holiday Gift Guide 2023
An Interview with Jannice Newson of Lillian Augusta Hair
A Conversation with Jannice Newson, CEO of Lillian Augusta Hair Questions by Emily Taylor Penix of Zell Lurie Institute E: Why do you see a need for plant-based hair? What’s so wrong with traditional synthetic braiding hair? J: Synthetic braiding hair is made of...
A Rising Star: Sulav Singh Wins ZLI 2023 Alumni Pitch Competition
U-M Ross MBA graduate Sulav Singh, Class of 2014, was awarded first place in the 2023 ZLI Alumni Pitch Competition for his company, Vittas International. Beyond honing in on a winning elevator pitch, Singh was awarded a $2,500 prize and in-kind consulting with a ZLI...
Grants & Competitions
Introducing the 2023-2024 Zell Entrepreneurs
We're excited to introduce a dynamic lineup of Zell Entrepreneurs, handpicked for the 2023-2024 year. This impressive group of nine students serves as a testament to the remarkable innovation taking place within the entrepreneurial landscape at the University of...
A Rising Star: Sulav Singh Wins ZLI 2023 Alumni Pitch Competition
U-M Ross MBA graduate Sulav Singh, Class of 2014, was awarded first place in the 2023 ZLI Alumni Pitch Competition for his company, Vittas International. Beyond honing in on a winning elevator pitch, Singh was awarded a $2,500 prize and in-kind consulting with a ZLI...
2023 VCIC Global Finals First Place Win
Congratulations to the University of Michigan undergraduate team that won first place in the Venture Capital Investment Competition (VCIC) Global Finals hosted by UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School on Saturday, April 1. The team earned their spot in the VCIC Global...
Experiential Learning
Unlocking the Secrets of Effective Customer Discovery: “Customer Discovery 201”
Are you a budding entrepreneur eager to increase your startup's chances of success? Have you ever felt that despite your meticulous preparation and dedication, your customer discovery efforts seem to fall short in informing your business decisions effectively? If...
Experiencing Entrepreneurship in Silicon Valley
Executive leaders of the Entrepreneurship and Venture Capital Club at Michigan Ross, George Okpamen and Austin Sivik, share their views on the Silicon Valley Experience with the Zell Lurie Institute. Traveling during business school with fellow Wolverines is an...
University of Michigan Students Receive Startup Grants for 2021-22
Student selected for the Zell Lurie entrepreneurial grant program are dedicated to testing their new venture while earning their degree. These students have demonstrated the drive and entrepreneurial spirit that continues to flourish at the University of Michigan Fall...
