First Tuesday Founder Series

The First Tuesday Founder Series brings experienced entrepreneurs and innovators to campus to share their stories, insights, and lessons learned. Designed to inspire and inform students of all backgrounds, these guest speaker events highlight the real-world challenges and opportunities of launching and growing a business.

Held monthly on the first Tuesday, the series includes eight events per year, with two special sessions dedicated to E-Scholars Demo Day—showcasing student ventures in the Regnier Institute’s accelerator program.

Join us to gain practical advice, make meaningful connections, and explore what it really takes to turn ideas into impact. Click here to access recordings of past speakers.

The Regnier Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (RIEI) is the home UMKC's interdisciplinary student entrepreneurship programs. We seek to be a resource for UMKC students with an interest in developing a new venture in a safe environment of learning, experimenting, and mentoring.

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