New Name, Same Focus
The Zahn Innovation Center is now the Zahn Innovation Platform Launchpad.
With the start of the new semester, San Diego State University's on-campus business incubator received a new name.
The Zahn Innovation Platform Launchpad, formerly the Zahn Innovation Center, helps SDSU students, faculty and staff with the commercialization of their social and commercially based ideas.
A recent gift from the Moxie Foundation prompted the shift, which will focus on collaboration across disciplines, the exploration of new ideas and the launch of new ventures.
"With the creation of the Zahn Innovation Platform — including the ZIP Launchpad (formally the Zahn Innovation Center) and ZIP Lab focused on design thinking — SDSU students have even more ways to experience entrepreneurship," said Cathy Pucher, executive director of the ZIP Launchpad.
Upcoming events
ZIP Launchpad Pitchfest — Feb. 4
Come pitch potential ideas or help decide on the audience favorite.
The event runs from 4 to 5 p.m., EBA-419
ZIP Launchpad Explore Design/3D Printing — Feb. 11
Learn how to use a 3D printer.
The event runs from 4 to 5 p.m., EBA-419
ZIP Launchpad Idea Office Hours — Ongoing
Have questions about how to get involved with the ZIP Launchpad? Drop in with questions.
Every Wednesday from 1 to 2 p.m., EBA 419
About the ZIP Launchpad
The ZIP Launchpad’s top priority is to help SDSU students, faculty and staff from any major or department on campus launch startups and to do so in a way that brings valuable and rewarding experiences to those who participate in the process. Through its membership, ZIP Launchpad has developed a supportive and collaborative entrepreneurial community on SDSU’s campus.
