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Jim Rooney, CEO of Pretium Packaging, emphasized the importance of people, culture and innovation in business success during his talk at Elon’s Martha and Spencer Love School of Business School.

Shriya Baru '25, an Elon student and small business owner, enjoys promoting Indian culture through her fashion fusion brand.

With the help of his business degree from Elon and a family tradition of craftsmanship, Kenny Straub ’15 and his father utilize their artisan skills to share their passion with others through their business, Cork & Candles, that has grown into a franchise.

Wonhi Synn in the Department of Finance and Alyssa Martina, executive director of the Doherty Center for Creativity, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship, will conclude their service to Elon University at the end of the 2023-2024 academic year.

The University Innovation Fellows Pinning Ceremony took place in April, honoring students committed to driving change through creative and entrepreneurial endeavors within the university and the broader global community.

More than 50 unique, creative, and innovative student projects were showcased during the 5th annual Maker Takeover, the Maker Hub’s largest celebration.

The Elon Innovation Challenge concluded another successful year, highlighting the creativity and ingenuity of Elon’s students to help their peers try new experiences.

Maker Takeover is the Maker Hub’s largest annual celebration that brings students, staff and faculty together to showcase their creative projects, including made-from-scratch musical instruments, custom designed clothing and furniture, and much more.

W. Lee Williams III and James S. "Chip" Mahan III were recognized for their vision and accomplishments during a ceremony at the Koury Business Center on Thursday, March 21.

The founders of Live Oak Bancshares will be presented with the Elon University Medal for Entrepreneurial Leadership on Thursday, March 21, at 4:30 p.m. in the LaRose Digital Theatre.