Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at George Mason University

06/08/2023

Join The Depot at Craftsman Auto Care Cars & Coffee once again this year! We will be selling our classic freshly roasted coffee Foundation Coffee Roasters as well as True Honey Teas.

Come and enjoy free coffee, pastries, and most importantly an amazing free admission car showcase with music, prizes, and exciting challenges for everyone.

📆 Date: Saturday, June 10th

🕗 Time: 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM

📍Craftsman Auto Care Ashburn | 43320 Junction Plaza, Ashburn, VA

The CIE is grateful for Craftsman Auto Care co-owners, Matt and Judy Curry’s ongoing support. They have been key partners for CIE’s experiential learning program, The Depot.

Learn more about Matt and Judy’s support at https://tinyurl.com/ykr96mf9

See you there!

12/06/2022

Going out of town for the holidays? Come to the FINAL Depot of the year to grab some unique, locally-produced gifts!

Join us at to buy a sweet host or hostess gift for your loved ones just in time for the holidays. This is your last chance of the year to stock up on farm fresh staples and locally produced pantry items.

💚DEC 8 -9
💛12 - 3 PM
💚 (10824 Fairfax Blvd., Fairfax)

George Mason students look forward to serving you at The Depot!

This program is made possible through a partnership with , , and

12/01/2022

Looking for unique handmade gifts? Find them at the Holiday Maker Market on Saturday, December 3rd! CIE is proud to partner with Nova Labs to bring the City of Fairfax a festive holiday market, Mason-style!

The market will be a place to buy one-of-a-kind gifts, order custom designs, and be inspired by talented local artisans. Located in Nova Labs’ new makerspace, attendees will get an inside view of how many of the items were crafted, in many cases, in the space they were made.

The event will also feature student entrepreneurs from George Mason University selling their handmade items. Give a gift with a story!

This program is made possible through a partnership with the

11/01/2022

Hey everyone! The Student Leadership Team would like to welcome you back to The Depot as we will be setting up shop at Dolce Vita in Fairfax once again in November!

Head over to stock up on farm fresh staples, locally produced pantry items, and greens from the GMU on-campus greenhouse.

📍 Dolce Vita Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar (10824 Fairfax Blvd, Fairfax)

🗓Thursday, November 10 & Friday, November 11

⏲ 12 - 4 PM

You'll have the opportunity to buy local food & beverage products:

George Mason University's Office of Sustainability microgreens & live herb plants
Whiffletree Farm pasture-raised eggs
Foundation Coffee Roasters freshly roasted coffee
True Honey Teas teas
Rocky Branch homemade jams
Shenandoah Valley Family Farms & Swiss Villa local raw cow's milk cheese
Wadel's Farm Wagon fresh pasta, sauce, salsa, BBQ sauce and freshly baked goods

This program is made possible through a partnership with Fairfax City Economic Development Authority, Community Foundation for Northern Virginia, and .

George Mason students look forward to serving you at The Depot!

10/13/2022

Friendly reminder that The Depot pop-up retail farm store will be open for business at Dolce Vita in the City of Fairfax:

TODAY and tomorrow from 12-4pm!

Meet our , support local food and beverage producers. Every purchase drives revenue towards combating food insecurity on campus.

Directions to Dolce Vita:

Find local businesses, view maps and get driving directions in Google Maps.

10/07/2022

The Depot Student Leadership Team will be setting up shop at Dolce Vita in Fairfax again this autumn!

Head over to stock up on farm fresh staples, locally produced pantry items, and greens from the GMU on-campus Greenhouse.

💚Thursday, OCT 13 – Friday, OCT 14

💛12 - 4pm

💚Dolce Vita Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar (10824 Fairfax Blvd., Fairfax).

You’ll have the opportunity to buy local food & beverage products:

George Mason University's Office of Sustainability microgreens & live herb plants
Whiffletree Farm pasture-raised eggs
Foundation Coffee Roasters freshly roasted coffee & True Honey Teas teas
Nordic Knot gourmet pretzels
Rocky Branch homemade jams
Shenandoah Valley Family Farms & Swiss Villa local raw cow’s milk cheeses
Wadel's Farm Wagon fresh pasta, sauce, salsa, BBQ sauce and freshly baked goods

This program is made possible through a partnership with Fairfax City Economic Development Authority Community Foundation for Northern Virginia and .

George Mason students look forward to serving you at The Depot!

09/01/2022

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Get to know your fellow student entrepreneurs at American University, Georgetown University, The George Washington University , and University of Maryland during the DMV Student Entrepreneurship FREE

Wed, September 14th, 5:30-7:30pm

🧉 🍹 🥙 Refreshments and light bites will be provided. Register now!

https://go.gmu.edu/Networking
George Mason University School of Business

07/28/2022

Smart People Still Read Books was created to connect the with entrepreneurial works. Join our free book club by 08/03 and we’ll send you a copy of this semester’s selection, pictured! You'll also have the opportunity to discuss the book in person on August 10th , get your book signed, and enjoy lunch with fellow readers. Open to all!

Register now at http://go.gmu.edu/BookClub

07/20/2022

“The balance in your life is more important than the balance in your checking account” – Chris Gardner, the inspiration behind The Pursuit of Happyness film

Find some balance in your hectic, everyday being-a-boss-in-your-realm life by joining this fun networking event!

Join us for an in-person Craft Brew Crawl brought to you by Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at George Mason University

🍺 Sunday, August 7th: Save the date!
🍻 12-3 PM
📍 Ornery Beer Company (3950 University Dr. #209 Fairfax, VA 22030)
📲 Tickets are $40 each: go.gmu.edu/BrewCrawl
🍺 Ticket price includes: Beer flights/tastings at three Fairfax craft brewery/bar locations, a selection of expertly-paired appetizers, in-person fireside chats from local brew masters, a commemorative steel pint glass, and other fun giveaways!

• Participants will explore the on-site brewing facility, smell the hops, and sample two fresh beverages at Chubby Squirrel Brewing Company.
• Guests will visit Ornery Beer Company, where the head brew master will explain the brewing process, sample a pint, and enjoy a small bite to eat
• The owner at High Side and representatives from Jasper Yeast will discuss the vital role of yeast while producing a tasty beverage.
Participants will enjoy four beer samples during this session.

In partnership with GMU Patriot Pantry, 15 % of each ticket will be driven towards combating food insecurity on campus.

This event is for , , , mavericks, and bosses. and George Mason University Alumni Association members encouraged to attend!

Passion and perseverance have brought you to this point. The next person you meet at this fun and relaxed networking event could be just the person you needed to catapult you to the next stage in your journey. Not an entrepreneur? Craft brew enthusiasts are welcome too!

Spaces are limited - reserve your spot at the bar today!
This program is made possible through a partnership with Fairfax City Economic Development Authority and support from Community Foundation for Northern Virginia

07/20/2022

“The balance in your life is more important than the balance in your checking account” – Chris Gardner, the inspiration behind The Pursuit of Happyness film

Find some balance in your hectic, everyday being-a-boss-in-your-realm life by joining this fun networking event!

Join us for an in-person Craft Brew Crawl brought to you by Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at George Mason University

🍺 Sunday, August 7th: Save the date!
🍻 12-3 PM
📍 Ornery Beer Company (3950 University Dr. #209 Fairfax, VA 22030)
📲 Tickets are $40 each: go.gmu.edu/BrewCrawl
🍺 Ticket price includes:

• Beer flights/tastings at three Fairfax craft brewery/bar locations, a selection of expertly-paired appetizers, in-person fireside chats from local brew masters, a commemorative steel pint glass, and other fun giveaways!
• Participants will explore the on-site brewing facility, smell the hops, and sample two fresh beverages at Chubby Squirrel Brewing Company.
• Guests will visit Ornery Beer Company, where the head brew master will explain the brewing process, sample a pint, and enjoy a small bite to eat
• The owner at High Side and representatives from Jasper Yeast will discuss the vital role of yeast while producing a tasty beverage. Participants will enjoy four beer samples during this session
In partnership with the Patriot Pantry, 15 % of each ticket will be driven towards combating food insecurity on campus.

This event is for entrepreneurs, innovators, future founders, mavericks, and bosses.

Passion and perseverance have brought you to this point. The next person you meet at this fun and relaxed networking event could be just the person you needed to catapult you to the next stage in your journey. Not an entrepreneur? Craft brew enthusiasts are welcome too!

Spaces are limited - reserve your spot at the bar today!

This program is made possible through a partnership with Fairfax City Economic Development Authority and support from Community Foundation for Northern Virginia.