Congratulations to Jon Lensing, CEO and co-founder of OpenLoop and Iowa JPEC alum, on his appearance on CNBC’s Closing Bell! Watch his segment here: cnb.cx/4nUmYHB #IowaJPEC

Got a big idea? 💡 IdeaStorm auditions run Oct. 13–20! See how past participant Charli Brady turned her pitch into a startup success: bit.ly/4hbi0ni #IowaJPEC

Like explorers, entrepreneurs must leave their comfort zones to find new opportunities. At Iowa JPEC, we help innovators take that leap to embrace uncertainty, pursue bold ideas, and navigate uncharted territory. #IowaJPEC

Looking for fresh insights & creative solutions for your business? 💡 Apply for Iowa JPEC’s FREE Business Consulting Program! Student teams help Iowa businesses tackle strategy, marketing, and growth challenges. Apply by Nov. 25 👉 bit.ly/3KQxaSL #IowaJPEC

Big thanks to alumni Nick Rhodes (’87) and Dennis Sparks (’80) for inspiring our entrepreneurship students today at the Pappajohn Business Building. Your insights and stories lit up the classroom. #IowaJPEC

A discarded newsletter. A life-changing call. Dick Ferguson’s path to ACT and his legacy in Iowa innovation began with a twist of fate and continues through his work with #IowaJPEC. Read his story ➡️ bit.ly/47snc2P

Thanks to Brandon Wilson (BA, sociology ’07) for speaking at MERGE on Oct. 17. As co-founder of Bleu'print Hospitality, Brandon is shaping the Bay Area dining scene with his upcoming restaurant, three one four, a swanky pizza & wine lounge in Berkeley, CA. 🍷🍕 #IowaJPEC

Could your idea change the world 💡? Pitch it at the Iowa Innovation Challenge, for a chance of $175,00 in funding! Apply by Nov. 6. #IowaJPEC Click the link for more information: iowajpec.org/events-and-com…

Success starts with hard work, creativity, and the courage to chase your goals. 💡 Whether you’re building a startup, leading a team, or exploring your next big idea, the only real secret is putting in the work. #IowaJPEC

💡 Got a big idea? Pitch it at the Innovation Challenge! Apply by Nov. 6 at 8 a.m. CST, for a chance to win part of $175K in total funding. #IowaJPEC 🎤 Elevator Pitch: Nov. 17–18 Learn more 👉 iowajpec.org/events-and-com…

Tonight's the night! 🎤 The IdeaStorm Live finale kicks off at 7 p.m. in the Black Box Theatre (IMU). 💡Come cheer on student innovators as they pitch for cash prizes! #IowaJPEC

Innovation took the stage at the Fall 2025 IdeaStorm Live Finale! Students pitched bold ideas and inspired the next generation of Hawkeye entrepreneurs ⚡️! To read more about the winners click here: bit.ly/4ooGI6E #IowaJPEC

Build your dream, don’t get hired to build someone else’s. 💡 Iowa JPEC empowers innovators to turn bold ideas into reality. #IowaJPEC

💡 Got an idea? Pitch it! The Innovation Challenge is your chance to bring your vision to life at Iowa JPEC. #IowaJPEC 🗓️ Apply by Nov. 6 🎤 Pitches Nov. 17–18 Open to students, faculty & staff! 👉 ow.ly/AwXr50XlV7b

Innovation took the stage at the AI Pitch Competition! 💡 Huge thanks to our partners: Iowa JPEC, IowaSBDC, Amazon Web Services, and PREDICTif Solutions for making it possible! #IowaJPEC

🏆 Congrats to the winners of the AI Pitch Competition! These innovators are using AI to shape the future of business and technology. #IowaJPEC Learn more about their winning ideas 👇 ow.ly/oBIX50Xo5MN

Entrepreneurship starts with imagination. Dream big, start small, and take your ideas everywhere. 🚀 #IowaJPEC

Congrats to Tumbleweed, an @IowaJPEC Venture School alum, for being named Startup Technology Company of the Year at the 2025 Prometheus Awards! 🎉 #IowaJPEC #VentureSchool #PrometheusAwards

Kick off #GEW2025 with @IowaJPEC alum Jon Lensing, co-founder & CEO of OpenLoop 🩺 📅 Nov. 17 | 7 p.m. | Richey Ballroom, IMU Hear how he turned a telehealth idea into a national success story! Learn More: lectures.uiowa.edu/jon-lensing #IowaJPEC

Big news! 🌟 JPEC board member Nick Rhoades helped launch Field & Stream TV with Morgan Wallen and Eric Church, bringing outdoor storytelling to streaming! Read more 👉 ow.ly/anc450XqGEa #IowaJPEC