Welcome to a special bonus episode of the Empowering Industry Podcast! Charli sits down with Sid Hanna Saleh and Lia Franklin from The McNeil Team to talk all about Innov8x at the Colorado School of Mines. We’re thrilled to join them for EPIC and see the incredible innovations these students are cooking up!
Innov8x is a hub of creativity and entrepreneurship, led by Sid, the Director of the McNeil Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. With a stellar background that includes being named Americas Entrepreneurship Educator of the Year, Sid is passionate about fostering a campus-centric entrepreneurial culture. He brings a wealth of experience from his time at Apple and other high-tech organizations, offering students the chance to blend creative discovery with business acumen.
Lia Franklin, the Associate Director of the McNeil Center, has spent 30 years inspiring students and connecting education with industry. She leads the Innov8x Challenges, where students tackle real-world problems sourced from industry partners. With a Ph.D. in Leadership, Research, and Policy, Lia is dedicated to helping students achieve their dreams.
Don’t miss out on this exciting episode and the chance to learn more about Innov8x and the amazing work happening at the Colorado School of Mines. Register for EPIC in August using the promo code BACKTOSCHOOL for 25% off! Let’s get inspired and innovate together.
Learn more about Innov8x: innovation.mines.edu
Register for EPIC: EPIC Registration