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Voice and vision: a higher Ed innovation special

Join us as the Launch MN Higher Education Network enters a closer partnership with the state’s innovation ecosystem. Matthew Pollard — bestselling author of The Introvert’s Edge and Sales Kickoff Speaker of the Year — will lead two interactive sessions on the power of storytelling and moving beyond the elevator pitch. Open to all members of Minnesota’s innovation community — from students and alumni to educators, researchers, entrepreneurs, and supporters — this gathering invites you to help shape a more connected and collaborative future.

AGENDA: 
Session 1: "Build Your Story Playbook"

  • 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Networking Break

  • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Session 2: "The Death of the Elevator Pitch"
  • 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Q&A / Hot Seat

Speakers: 

  • Matthew Pollard
  • Bardia Bijani
  • Neela Mollgaard 

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Voice and vision: a higher Ed innovation special

Date

October 08, 2025

Time

9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Location

Best Buy Theater

Presented by

Launch MN Higher Education Network

Cost

no-cost

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