'''''<big>Break the mold!</big>'''''
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==='''<big>Strategy 3: ''Building a Vibrant, Student-Led Innovation Community''</big>'''===
----We<br />[[null|link=https://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Photo._Event_Young_Ecosystem..jpg|right|thumb|Event Young Ecosystem]] ==== Purpose ====Bring together passionate student leaders in entrepreneurship, innovation, and technology to build a dynamic volunteer community that drives innovation and entrepreneurship initiatives at PUCP, strengthening the university’s entrepreneurial culture and collaborative spirit on campus. ==== Timeframe ====Semestral cycle. A new cohort of student volunteers will be recruited and trained every semester ==== Key Tactics ==== * '''Design and implement a flagship event series''' every two months that celebrates entrepreneurship at PUCP. Each edition will have a theme and feature multidisciplinary student participation.* '''Leverage the Open PUCP space (CIDE)'''re committed as the central hub for all activities, combining keynotes, interactive workshops, and networking areas to fostering create an immersive entrepreneurial experience.* '''Curate a responsive high-caliber lineup of speakers''' including startup founders who have reached accelerators such as Y Combinator, raised capital, or are working in global companies like Apple, Google, Microsoft, Amazon, or top venture funds.* '''Feature PUCP students and alumni abroad''' (in top universities or startups) as guest speakers or panelists to highlight international perspectives and collaborative environment where your voice mattersmotivate peers through relatable success stories.* '''Incorporate interactive workshops and mini-sprints''' in every event (e.g., design thinking, storytelling for founders, pitch sessions) to help participants move from inspiration to execution.* '''Develop a sponsorship strategy''' with corporate allies, VC firms, and PUCP units to ensure long-term funding, branding visibility, and professional networking opportunities for students.* '''Create and maintain a participant database''' to track engagement, identify emerging leaders, and connect them with mentors, fellowships, or startup support programs.* '''Sustain the community digitally''' through WhatsApp, sharing speaker takeaways, learning resources, and upcoming events to build momentum between sessions. ==== Expected Outcomes ==== * Establish a '''recognizable and recurring entrepreneurship culture''' within PUCP.* Build a '''cross-disciplinary community''' of students engaged in innovation and venture creation.* Strengthen connections between '''students, alumni, faculty and external innovators'''.* Position PUCP as a '''national reference in university entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystems'''*
*'''Student-Led Innovation:''' Recruit and empower students as "Breakout Volunteers" to drive community initiatives and events.*'''Stakeholder Feedback Sessions:''' Engage in regular dialogues with key university units (CIDE, VRI, FEGAD, FACI, CENTRUM) to align objectives and continuously improve our entrepreneurial programs.*'''Student Ambassadors of Innovation:''' Be a vital link between your peers and university support units, ensuring student needs are heard and addressed.*'''Co-creation Tables:''' Participate in workshops where students and institutional representatives collaboratively design and enhance entrepreneurial programs and services.*'''Annual Ecosystem Survey:''' Help us measure impact, understand emerging needs, and continually refine our offerings to best support you.
==='''<big>Strategy 4: ''Strengthening Institutional Support & Collaboration''</big>'''===
----Be <br />[[null|link=https://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Photo._Event_Young_Ecosystem..jpg|right|thumb|Event Young Ecosystem]] ==== Purpose ====Bring together passionate student leaders in entrepreneurship, innovation, and technology to build a dynamic volunteer community that drives innovation and entrepreneurship initiatives at PUCP, strengthening the university’s entrepreneurial culture and collaborative spirit on campus. ==== Timeframe ====Semestral cycle. A new cohort of student volunteers will be recruited and trained every semester ==== Key Tactics ==== * '''Design and implement a flagship event series''' every two months that celebrates entrepreneurship at PUCP. Each edition will have a theme and feature multidisciplinary student participation.* '''Leverage the Open PUCP space (CIDE)''' as the central hub for all activities, combining keynotes, interactive workshops, and networking areas to create an active part immersive entrepreneurial experience.* '''Curate a high-caliber lineup of speakers''' including startup founders who have reached accelerators such as Y Combinator, raised capital, or are working in global companies like Apple, Google, Microsoft, Amazon, or top venture funds.* '''Feature PUCP students and alumni abroad''' (in top universities or startups) as guest speakers or panelists to highlight international perspectives and motivate peers through relatable success stories.* '''Incorporate interactive workshops and mini-sprints''' in every event (e.g., design thinking, storytelling for founders, pitch sessions) to help participants move from inspiration to execution.* '''Develop a sponsorship strategy''' with corporate allies, VC firms, and PUCP units to ensure long-term funding, branding visibility, and professional networking opportunities for students.* '''Create and maintain a participant database''' to track engagement, identify emerging leaders, and connect them with mentors, fellowships, or startup support programs.* '''Sustain the community digitally''' through WhatsApp, sharing speaker takeaways, learning resources, and upcoming events to build momentum between sessions. ==== Expected Outcomes ==== * Establish a '''recognizable and recurring entrepreneurship culture''' within PUCP.* Build a '''cross-disciplinary community''' of shaping our entrepreneurial futurestudents engaged in innovation and venture creation.* Strengthen connections between '''students, alumni, faculty and external innovators'''.* Position PUCP as a '''national reference in university entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystems'''* *
*'''Be a "Breakout Volunteer":''' Join our Breakout Community as an ambassador and organizer, playing a direct role in driving student-led initiatives and fostering a culture of innovation among your peers.*'''"Emprendeton" Challenges:''' Collaborate to collectively solve real-world challenges, such as "How to get more PUCP students to become entrepreneurs?", and turn innovative ideas into actionable solutions.*'''Annual Ecosystem Survey:''' Contribute to our yearly survey that measures perception, impact, and emerging needs within the university's entrepreneurial ecosystem, directly informing and shaping our future programs and support.
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