Visionary Ventures
A page within Menard Family Initiative
2026 Visionary Ventures Session
During our Entrepreneurship Research Conference on Monday, October 19th, we will host our student poster session, Visionary Ventures. Students will have the opportunity to showcase their entrepreneurial ideas to local entrepreneurs and other members of the community from 1–2 PM. The top three finalists will have an additional opportunity to speak with the judges one-on-one from 3:15–3:55 PM, giving them the chance to answer questions and discuss their ideas in greater depth.
Interested in participating? We encourage students to attend our Visionary Ventures informational session on Tuesday, September 22nd, from 5–6 PM in Wittich Hall 1102/1104 to learn more about the competition and what to expect. The deadline to submit your idea is Friday, October 2nd by emailing menardinitiative@uwlax.edu.
Please see the information below for additional details.
Posters should address:
- Overview & Fit: Highlight why you or your team is uniquely qualified to solve this problem, showcasing relevant expertise and experience.
- Problem, Solution & Differentiation: Define the problem, present the solution, and explain how it stands out from current competitors.
- Market Opportunity & Business Model: Outline the market size, target customer profile, and the business model for capturing value.
- Next Steps: Detail the immediate actions needed to validate the idea and advance the project forward.
2025 Visionary Venture Winners
