A community of entrepreneurship experts ready for you.
The Innovation Center connects you with seasoned professionals who can guide you through the startup journey, offering advice and mentorship. Let us introduce you to the advisors and mentors who can help make your journey smoother.
Entrepreneur in Residence
David Novick, PhD Bio
Professor Emeritus UTEP Engineering Education and Leadership
Investor in Residence
Alejandro Muñoz Mendieta Bio
Co-Founder and Managing Partner at No Border Ventures
Resource Network
The MCA Resource Network is made up of trusted businesses and individuals who have agreed to provide discounted, pro bono or in-kind services to the technology startups at the Innovation Center.
If you would like to become a part of our resource network, let us know by clicking on the link below!
Innovation Center Advisors
Experienced business leaders are available to:
- Share real-world experiences about dealing with the challenges and failures in business
- Help to grow your startup’s professional network, including business advisors, subject matter experts, professional service providers, and investors
The Entrepreneur in Residence:
- Provides feedback and advice to startup teams, with an emphasis on risk management, gap analysis, pitching to investors and business fundamentals
- Develops managerial, operational, and leadership skills of company founders and principals
The Investor in Residence:
- Provides feedback and advice to startup teams, with an emphasis on business modeling, business planning, and financial analysis
- Develops financial acumen and leadership skills of company founders and principals
- Assists in creating investor identification strategies, as well as pitch development and presentation
In addition to the EIR/IIR/ExIR, a community of mentors actively support the Innovation Center Entrepreneurs with a variety of expertises.
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