Startup University is a semester-long speaker series connecting college students with founders, operators, and builders shaping the Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky startup ecosystem.

This session explores how AI is reshaping entry-level careers and what the future of work looks like for the next generation of professionals. Brad Felix (VP of AI & Innovation at Contractor Commerce and founder of Commas) and Glenn Platt (Co-Founder of Lyceum AI and Professor at Miami University) will join moderator Dave Knox for an honest conversation about how AI is transforming industries, what skills actually matter now, and how students can position themselves in a rapidly shifting job market.

Hosted at SparkHaus, the series blends honest conversation, actionable insights, and intentional networking to help students build meaningful relationships before they graduate.

What to Expect

45 minutes of conversation and insights on startups and the ecosystem
45 minutes of Q&A and informal networking with speakers and peers

Event Details

📅 Friday, Feb 27
⏰ 9:00 - 10:30 AM
📍 SparkHaus - Lagoon Media Room
👥 Open to college students from all universities and all majors

Sessions will be recorded and archived, and select sessions will be live-streamed for regional universities unable to attend in person.
Once registered, a virtual attendance link will also be sent via email.

Whether you’re startup-curious or already building, this series is your on-ramp into the startup ecosystem.

Location

SparkHaus

727 Madison Ave, Covington, KY 41011, USA

Presented by

Blue North Events

Blue North is the KY Innovation Hub for Northern Kentucky

Hosted By

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