Image We Are Hiring! May 2, 2022 We are excited to announce that we are expanding our team with multiple new positions! We are currently hiring for a Manager of Marketing & Communication, a Coordinator for Venture Development Education, a Coordinator for Entrepreneurial Mindset Development, and a part-time mentor in residence position. Read more
Image Straight From the Hearth: Now is the Time for Empathy, Action, and Curiosity March 30, 2022 For this month's Straight From the Hearth, guest writer Aleshia Howell, leader of the community-facing FORGE at Roy Place program, discusses the importance of empathy and curiosity in entrepreneurship, and highlights some of the ongoing FORGE programs. Read more
Image Don't miss out- Upcoming events at FORGE! March 23, 2022 Come together with other founders and change makers to build community and explore topics on innovation and creating solutions for pressing problems. These workshops will include a free lunch, short topical workshop, and time to get to know others who are pursuing ventures and solving problems. All students, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend, but registration is required. Read more
Image Roy Place is Opening to the Community! March 3, 2022 It's been a long time coming, but Roy Place is finally opening for the Tucson community! We could not be more excited to finally bring you an array of events, all centered on collaboration and connections within Tucson's entrepreneurial ecosystem. Learn m Read more
Image National Entrepreneurship Week Day 5: Funding & Finance Feb. 18, 2022 In celebration of National Entrepreneurship Week, FORGE is bringing you an entire week of opportunities and resources, with each day highlighting a different area. For the last day, FORGE Founding director, Brian Ellerman, will be discussing Funding and Finance. Read more
Image National Entrepreneurship Week Day 4: Celebrating Everyday Entrepreneurs Feb. 17, 2022 In celebration of National Entrepreneurship Week, FORGE is bringing you an entire week of opportunities and resources, with each day highlighting a different area. For day 4, we have a special edition of Straight From the Hearth written by FORGE Ahead Fellow Junnis Hugger III, as we celebrate everyday entrepreneur. Read more
Image National Entrepreneurship Week Day 3: Federal & Gov't Eship Day Feb. 16, 2022 In celebration of National Entrepreneurship Week, FORGE is bringing you an entire week of opportunities and resources, with each day highlighting a different area. We're now more than halfway through the week, with day three being the Federal and Gov't Eship Day. Read more
Image National Entrepreneurship Week Day 2: Eship Ecosystems Feb. 15, 2022 In celebration of National Entrepreneurship Week, FORGE is bringing you an entire week of opportunities and resources, with each day highlighting a different area. For day 2, we will be feature resources within the Tucson Eship Ecosystem. Read more
Image National Entrepreneurship Week Day 1: Eship Education Feb. 14, 2022 In celebration of National Entrepreneurship Week, FORGE is bringing you an entire week of opportunities and resources, with each day highlighting a different area. We're kickstarting the week today with day one: Eship Education. Read more
Image Straight From the Hearth: Lean in and Make Your Ideas a Reality in 2022 Jan. 25, 2022 January is a month to reflect, look to the future, and map out our goals. With the ringing in of the new year we should be inspired by all the possibilities and look forward to the new things we can learn, create, and do. In this spirit, I direct you to the words of Nelson Mandela, “There is no passion to be found playing small and settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living.” Read more