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Clark Atlanta University's Robert H. "Bob" Bell Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurial Development

Clark Atlanta University's Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurial Development

10/08/2026

🚀Your business is moving. Now it’s time to
accelerate.
The CIED Business Accelerator is open to
CAU student entrepreneurs and eligible CAU alumni who are ready to move beyond the idea stage and focus on growth, traction, and scale.
Participants receive:
-Growth Strategy & Consulting
-Executive Mentorship
-Capital Readiness & Fundraising Support
-Strategic Connections
-Milestones & Accountability
This isn’t about starting from scratch. It’s about growing what you’ve already built.
🎓CAU Students + Eligible Alumni Welcome
👉Applications are open:
https://cau.startuptree.co/event/sl
5CrzBhNsN2SMr2nv4TNXYs/CIED-Business-
Accelerator

09/29/2026

🎮✨ Freshman Game Night was a SUCCESS! 🐾❤️

From friendly competition to big laughs, our freshmen came together for a night full of fun, connections, and unforgettable memories! 🎉

A big thank you to everyone who pulled up and made the night one to remember! 🫶🏽

Here’s to more events, more connections, and more opportunities to grow with CIED — Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship Development! 🚀💡

09/26/2026

YOUR IDEA DESERVES MORE THAN A NOTEBOOK. LET’S BUILD IT.

Have a business idea? Already running a business? Ready to take it to the next level?

The CIED Business Incubator is here to help CAU student entrepreneurs turn ideas into action, businesses into stronger ventures, and ambitious founders into launch-ready entrepreneurs.

Choose the track that fits where you are:

💡 LAUNCH: Turn your idea into a real business.
📈 BUILD : Test, validate & grow.
🌱 SUSTAIN: Strengthen & prepare for growth.

Get access to mentorship, consulting, training, prototyping resources, the CIED Makerspace, industry connections, and an opportunity to compete for seed funding.

Open to CAU students across ALL majors + eligible CAU Alumni
📅 Apply by October 12
🚀 Program starts October 26

Stop sitting on the idea. Start building.

APPLY HERE: https://cau.startuptree.co/event/s/A9jtDNZsdgPtxP4RJM2pFd/CIED-Business-Incubator-Application

09/26/2026

YOUR IDEA DESERVES MORE THAN A NOTEBOOK. LET’S BUILD IT.
Have a business idea? Already running a business? Ready to take it to the next level?

The CIED Business Incubator is here to help CAU student entrepreneurs turn ideas into action, businesses into stronger ventures, and ambitious founders into launch-ready entrepreneurs.

Choose the track that fits where you are:
💡 LAUNCH: Turn your idea into a real business.
📈 BUILD : Test, validate & grow.
🌱 SUSTAIN: Strengthen & prepare for growth.

Get access to mentorship, consulting, training, prototyping resources, the CIED Makerspace, industry connections, and an opportunity to compete for seed funding.

Open to CAU students across ALL majors + eligible CAU alumni.
📅 Apply by October 12
🚀 Program starts October 26

Stop sitting on the idea. Start building.
APPLY HERE: https://cau.startuptree.co/event/s/A9jtDNZsdgPtxP4RJM2pFd/CIED-Business-Incubator-Application

09/20/2026

🎤🔥 ARTIST ANNOUNCEMENT! 🔥🎤

We’re turning up the energy at the CIED Fall 2026 Open House!

🎶 APTSLE is coming through to bring the vibes! 🚀
Get ready for an evening of music, connections, creativity, entrepreneurship, and community as we open the doors to the Robert H. “Bob” Bell Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurial Development.

And remember… we’ve got:
🍕 FREE FOOD
🤝 Business Speed Dating
🎁 Raffle Prizes + Swag
🏢 Tours of our NEW Center
📅 Upcoming Events & Opportunities

🔥 Good vibes. Great people. Big ideas.

📍 CIED | Clark Atlanta University
🎟️ RSVP NOW: https://cau.startuptree.co/event/s/Z8qwkgG8MbSWFH7Z77U3tf/CIED-Open-House

Pull up. You don’t want to miss this one! 👀

09/18/2026

🚨 CAU, WE’RE OPEN! 🚨

The CIED Fall 2026 Open House is coming, and you’re invited! 🔥

Come see what’s happening inside the Robert H. “Bob” Bell Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurial Development and experience the space where ideas become opportunities. 💡🚀

Here’s what’s waiting for you:

🍕 FREE FOOD
🤝 Business Speed Dating — make connections & meet your next collaborator
🎤 Pop-Up Pitch — got an idea? Step up and pitch it!
🎁 Raffle Prizes + CIED Swag
📅 Learn About Upcoming CIED Events & Opportunities
🏢 TOUR OUR NEW CENTER!

Whether you’re building a business, exploring an idea, looking to network, or just curious about what CIED has to offer—come through!

📍 CAU | CIED
🎟️ RSVP NOW: https://cau.startuptree.co/event/s/Z8qwkgG8MbSWFH7Z77U3tf/CIED-Open-House

Bring a friend. Bring an idea. Bring your appetite. We’ll handle the rest. 😎

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08/31/2026

WE'RE HIRING!!!
Position open :Innovation & Entrepreneurship Administrative Champion

STEPS TO APPLY:
1. Visit the CAU Financial Aid Office and see if you are eligible for Federal Work Study
2. If you qualify, please ask for the next steps to apply for this position.
3. APPLY for Innovation & Entrepreneurship Administrative Champion position
4. Email [email protected] to set up an interview once you have confirmed with the Financial Aid Office that you are applying for this position.

08/28/2026

WE’RE LOOKING FOR OUR NEXT CIED AMBASSADORS!

Do you love connecting with people, discovering new opportunities in innovation and entrepreneurship, and being part of what’s happening at CAU?

Then we want YOU to join the CIED Ambassador team this fall! As a CIED Ambassador, you’ll help us connect more students to the programs, events, resources, and opportunities available through CIED

You’ll get the opportunity to:

🔥 Represent CIED across campus
🤝 Connect with students and entrepreneurs
📣 Help promote CIED programs and events
💡 Get exposed to innovation, entrepreneurship & leadership
🚀 Build your network and gain valuable experience

👉 Apply to become a CIED Ambassador:
https://cau.startuptree.co/event/s/67rAGzMTMhPPvwAoqYEhto/CIED-Ambassadors--Fall-2026

CIED | Innovation Starts Here.

08/27/2026

🛠️ STUDENTS: KNOW SOMETHING? TEACH SOMETHING!

The CIED Makerspace is looking for Peer Instructors this fall! 🚀

If you have skills in 3D printing, laser cutting, sewing, embroidery, podcasting, gaming, virtual reality or other creative tools, this is your opportunity to teach your fellow Panthers and build your own experience along the way.

As a Peer Instructor, you'll:
✨ Share your skills with other students
🛠️ Help students bring their ideas to life
📚 Build valuable teaching & leadership experience
🤝 Connect with other innovative students
🚀 Be part of the CIED Makerspace community

You don't have to know everything. You just need to know something you're willing to share.

Ready to teach? Apply today!

👉 https://cau.startuptree.co/event/s/9rMEHdDZcuJYzGHkAU4z6t/Peer-Instructor-Application-%25E2%2580%2593-Makerspace-

CIED | Innovation Starts Here.

04/28/2026

What an unforgettable night at the Robert H. “Bob” Bell Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurial Development Pitch Competition! 💡🔥

We were honored to welcome an incredible lineup of guests who helped make the evening one to remember. Huge thank you to our host, Fly Guy DC, for bringing unmatched energy to the stage, and special guest Jayda Cheaves for joining us and inspiring our audience.

We also appreciate the powerful opening remarks from CIED Director Dr. Bruce Berger and Dean Udoka.

A major congratulations to all of our talented pitch teams for presenting bold ideas and showcasing the future of business:
✨ Friction Network (Jacob Robinson, Jayla Holman)

✨ Intern Credit ( Blake Ingram, Olivia Okabare, Alicia Robinson, Yolanda Whitfield)

✨ Smartsteam Microwave (Tatyana Miller, Lael Nguepi, Lamia Wilson, Kylah Irby)

✨ Bloom Forward Foundation (Devin Blooomer, Kalea Bellazain)

✨ Safe AI App (Jayla Moss, Ethan White, Sarah Howell)

And a special congratulations to our 1st Place Winner, Bloom Forward Foundation, for taking home the $10,000 grand prize! 🏆💰

Lastly, thank you to our judges for your time, insight, and commitment to supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs.
✨ Jewel Walker
✨Tanya White
✨Craig King
✨Laron Walker
✨Danesha Smith

Address

223 James P Brawley Drive SW 3037 Cole Research Center For Science And Technology
Atlanta, GA
30314

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

https://www.cau.edu/cied/

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