Let's Get After It

In this episode, we highlight how ACCESS creates meaningful opportunities for students to grow beyond the classroom. From leadership development and networking events to hands-on experiences and community involvement, ACCESS helps students build confidence, connections, and real-world skills. ACCESS isn’t just a program, it’s a platform for students to share their voices, step into leadership, and...

In this episode of Let's Get After It we explore a new route of the podcast, learning about resources for entrepreneurs. To kick off this new era of the podcast, we talk with Greyson Byrnes! Greyson is the Program Manager at Bounce Innovation Hub and also a Kent State alum with a diverse background in business, Spanish, innovation, and non-profits. Learn more about Greyson's career journey and all...

This episode of Let's Get After It features Studio RISE participant Jaerrion Winfrey and his business, The Dalon. The Dalon is a fashion brand that combines experimental design with pure expression, centered around a mission of liberation through creation. Hear more about the vision behind Jaerrion's brand, the audience he resonates with, and how taking on the Studio RISE art accelerator helped in...

This episode of Let's Get After It features Studio RISE participant Kayla Robinson and her business, Nicole. Nicole specializes in handmade goods designed to bring comfort & charm to your everyday. Learn more about Kayla's background and interests that inspired the brand, how her motivation to take on this business as a freshman has lead to many opportunities, and the connections she formed in...

In this episode of Let’s Get After It , we sit down with Sophia Marion, a senior merchandising student at Kent State, who's leading the charge on the university’s Fashion Market. Sophia shares how the Fashion Market provides a space for creativity, collaboration, and entrepreneurship, offering students the opportunity to sell their work, attend local events, and build real-world experience in the...

In this episode of Let's Get After It we talk to Jude Mercer who is the founder of Capybara Collective ! We recap the Stage Zero concert we partnered with Jude on, discuss all the facets of the business and future plans, then dive into some international favorites that include socc--football.

*Since recording this episode, the business has updated their brand name from Marissa's Wishes to Pretty Shades by Riss* In this episode of the LaunchNET podcast we talk with Marissa Jackson, the founder of Pretty Shades by Riss! Marissa tells us about what started her entrepreneurial journey, what sparked her passion for makeup, and what she's learned as a young founder.

In this episode we dive into all things sports and entrepreneurship with Brad Smith, a founder that's taken on three separate businesses, Brad shares his advice taking on new ventures, tips for aspiring founders getting into pitching, and tales from Italy involving pasta and a headlock.

In this episode we talk with Riley Smith, the co-founder of Component Stage! Teddi Wilson joins us for this episode as LaunchNET's resident graphic designer and the co-founder of Component Stage. In this episode we go over what Component Stage is, their partnership dynamic, and future goals for the company.

In this episode we talk with Nicholas Huger, the founder of Booby's Coffee and Tea and Sahara Flow! Nick tells us about the growth he's had as a student entrepreneur, his passion for all things coffee and tea, and why he's so inspired by Booby's — the bird that is.

In this episode, we interview each other as the final and last episode with Sydney Pendergast as co-host of Let's Get After It.

In this episode, we talk with Zee Lee Ringler, the winner of the Crafterpreneurship Contest hosted by LaunchNET and the Arts Entrepreneurship Student Organization (AESO). We go over their extensive experience with freelance and design and talk about what inspired their winning piece. Connect with Zee: zeeleeringler.carrd.co

In this episode, we introduce our new Assistant Director, Danielle Flemister, and how she managed to find her way back to LaunchNET.

In this episode, we talk with Frances Brunner about her extensive experience in the fashion industry, creating her own business, and her many travel journeys!

In this episode, we talk with Em Dicevicius about her flourishing business, DICEVICI , and how she has continued to follow her dreams no matter what anyone says.

In this episode, we talk to Audrey Ernst and Vaunden Brunn about their newly combined business, Rolling Refreshments , and how they have started working together as a team to build up a bright future.

In this episode, we dive into the life of Zach Mikrut, discussing his time at LaunchNET and the experiences leading up to his role as director. https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachmikrut/

In this episode, we revisit with Kaitlyn Phillips, a grad student and entrepreneur who has worn more hats than you can imagine and is continuously setting the bar with her entrepreneurial journey.

In this episode, we talk with student entrepreneur and LaunchNET employee, Teddi Wilson and how she has been able to use her creativity and skills to her advantage and make a brand for herself.

From green coffee beans to having the means, Here We Go has turned a garage hobby into a full-scale business. In this episode, we discuss the business of coffee and running a startup while also juggling the hassles of everyday life with Eric and Lindsay Razo, founders of the up-and-coming coffee brand, Here We Go.

In this episode, we talk with the founder of 330SneakGeekz, Arrogant Cass, and how she has been entranced with the sneaker business ever since she was 15 years old.

In this episode, we dive into how Aaron Rombach has been getting after it, solving an everyday problem that he experienced firsthand during his internship. https://romby-innovations.com/

In this episode, we discuss how Audrey was able to transition her original idea into an upcoming mobile coffee and pastry business.

In this episode, we discuss Daniella's start to social media and how she has progressed and established her own personal brand throughout the years. We also talk about her role at LaunchNET and how her skills tie into the strategic content.

In this episode, we talk with the President and CEO of Burton D. Morgan Foundation, Dan Hampu. We discuss his entrepreneurial journey and what he has learned along the way, highlighting his many achievements and talents. https://www.bdmorganfdn.org/