2025 Entrepreneur's Cup Virtual Workshop: Black Oak Social Innovation Award

​Explore the Power of Social Innovation at the Black Oak Social Innovation Award Workshop!

​Join us on November 21st from 2:00-3:00 p.m. for a deep dive into the world of social innovation, where business acumen meets the drive to make a positive impact. As part of the Entrepreneur's Cup, the Black Oak Social Innovation Award focuses on how innovative business ideas can address pressing social and environmental issues while generating profit.

​Discover how doing good can be good for business. This workshop will guide you through the principles of social innovation, showing you how to blend business expertise with a strong commitment to creating meaningful change. Learn from experts and explore strategies to craft a business plan that not only succeeds financially but also contributes to the greater good.

​Speakers:

• ​Bruno Teles, Instructor of Entrepreneurship, Tom Love Division of Entrepreneurship and Economic Development at The University of Oklahoma

• ​Craig Watters, Ph D., Associate Clinical Professor and Executive Director, School of Entrepreneurship at Oklahoma State University

​What to Expect:

• ​Introduction to Social Innovation

• ​Business Strategies for Social Impact

• ​Insights from Social Entrepreneurs

• ​Crafting a Winning Plan for the Black Oak Social Innovation Award

• ​Q&A and Closing Remarks

​Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how your business ideas can make a difference. Register now and be part of the movement to create a better world through entrepreneurship!

​​This event is made possible by our sponsors EPSCOR and the Greater OKC Chamber.