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Global Entrepreneurship Week (E-Week) started with an idea in 2007 to inspire people all over the world to unleash their ideas and take the next step in their entrepreneurial journey. Today more than 77 countries have host organizations who participate in this week-long celebration. This year’s Global E-Week is scheduled for November 18-24 and the College of Business and the Dallas-Hamilton Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership are co-hosting two events on November 21.

Please join us for a day of learning about how Northwest Ohio’s important agricultural industry fits into feeding the world.

The second program is called “Agribusiness: How Local Businesses Are Feeding the World” which is scheduled from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. also in 101 Olscamp.

Northwest Ohio’s agribusiness impacts the global economy. From growing to processing, you can find a bountiful harvest of healthful foods produced in this region. Learn from local experts and entrepreneurs about the importance of Northwest Ohio’s agricultural industry and their food products.

A panel of local experts will discuss supply chain and logistics focusing on gasoline and ethanol. Enjoy breakfast and learn how these companies are connected throughout the world.

Moderator: Charlie Carr, Manager, Business and Product Development, The Andersons, Inc.

Panelists:

• Chris Gulgin ‘10, Director of Finance, Ethanol Group, Andersons, Inc.
• Rod Harris, Manager, Business Development, The Andersons, Inc.
• Neil McKinstray, President, Ethanol Group, The Andersons, Inc.
• Dave Whikehart, Director, Product Supply and Optimization, Marathon Petroleum Company

The College of Business at BGSU is celebrating Global Entrepreneurship Week, an International initiative to inspire people throughout the world to unleash their ideas and take the next step in their entrepreneurial journey.

Hot topics in agriculture will be the focus of this event with featured speakers and a keynote presenter discussing current issues facing agribusiness.

Featured Presentations:

• Succession - Paul Croy, Attorney at Law, Robison, Curphey, and O'Connell
• GAP - Good Agricultural Practices - Ed Sharek, Product Development and Sourcing Manager of CMC Group

Keynote Presentation: Genetically Modified Organisms, Greg Jaffe, Director of Biotechnology, Center for Science in the Public Interest

The College of Business at BGSU is celebrating Global Entrepreneurship Week, an International initiative to inspire people throughout the world to unleash their ideas and take the next step in their entrepreneurial journey.

Local businesses discuss the importance that Northwest Ohio plays in the agricultural industry and the impact our area has throughout the world. Enjoy food samplings and case studies from Mom Wilson's Country Mart, Monteleone Peppers, The Cookie Jar, Willy's Inc.

The College of Business at BGSU is celebrating Global Entrepreneurship Week, an International initiative to inspire people throughout the world to unleash their ideas and take the next step in their entrepreneurial journey.