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From Sparks To Skyscrapers Podcast

From Sparks To Skyscrapers Podcast

By The U-Imagine Center at Ursinus College

Presented by the U-Imagine Center at Ursinus College. From Sparks to Skyscrapers focuses on innovation and entrepreneurship, inspiring creatively oriented people to develop their ideas from a concept to reality. The podcast will feature experts with practical experience, encouraging and teaching you the steps it takes to innovate.
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Startups in the Medical Space with Michael Perretta of Docket | Episode 14

From Sparks To Skyscrapers PodcastApr 25, 2024

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Startups in the Medical Space with Michael Perretta of Docket | Episode 14

Startups in the Medical Space with Michael Perretta of Docket | Episode 14

Joe sits down with Michael to talk about startups in the medical space.

Apr 25, 202429:54
A Conversation with Tara McGlone

A Conversation with Tara McGlone

** Social Media ** Instagram: @uimaginecenter Twitter: @uimaginecenter Facebook: @uimaginecenter Anchor: https://anchor.fm/uc-imagine Website: https://www.ursinus.edu/academics/u-imagine/

Jan 09, 202425:56
Entrepreneurship in the Arts w/ Roger Lee | Episode 12

Entrepreneurship in the Arts w/ Roger Lee | Episode 12

Buy tickets to Roger Lee Dance Company presents Mysterious in Philly on October 20 and 21 @ https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/roger-lee-dance-company-presents-mysterious-2569669?fbclid=IwAR25aJiJYITsmspAbR-lZIiAtyotvj_9gQZrDOLMmboOhmQf40Qpbo73Tx8 (https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/roger-lee-dance-company-presents-mysterious-2569669?fbclid=IwAR25aJiJYITsmspAbR-lZIiAtyotvj_9gQZrDOLMmboOhmQf40Qpbo73Tx8) . Visit the Roger Lee Arts website @ www.rogerleearts.com (https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=http%3a%2f%2fwww.rogerleearts.com&c=E,1,ORyG7vAuMCFJ8MijsfX8UC5czdVRa5EGhZO6FUD-ezwLoS9kv-VRYXSuKcWXg2sja6BqxLSJ73PeWUOMKp6a9JITyVvrJte4KzvYxHoJjkxUn-w,&typo=1) Connect with Roger Lee Arts on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube: @RogerLeeArts

Oct 06, 202332:08
Applying Entrepreneurship to Higher Education with President Hannigan

Applying Entrepreneurship to Higher Education with President Hannigan

Join us as we welcome the President of Ursinus College, Robyn Hannigan to the podcast to share with it what it looks like to incorporate entrepreneurship into higher education.

Apr 19, 202319:21
Special Episode | Keynote Address from BEAR Innovation 2023

Special Episode | Keynote Address from BEAR Innovation 2023

Tune in to hear from Lee Griffith, '98, as he gives us his story about what it means to be an entrepreneur in his community.

Apr 03, 202322:38
Reporting From Spain with Edgar Barroso | Episode 10

Reporting From Spain with Edgar Barroso | Episode 10

Joe hops on zoom with Edgar Barroso to help us learn some valuable entrepreneurial skills from someone with foreign experience. 

Dec 12, 202235:40
Putting Our Ones Up w/ Alex Peay | Episode 9

Putting Our Ones Up w/ Alex Peay | Episode 9

Tune in to listen to our interview with Ursinus Alumni Alex Peay, Founder and Owner of Ones Up in Philly!

Oct 14, 202230:57
Determination and Hard Work w/ Ryan Martin | Episode 8

Determination and Hard Work w/ Ryan Martin | Episode 8

Today Joe sits down with embroidering company owner/found, Ryan Martin from Bora Stich.

May 06, 202247:58
Grit, Passion, & Football w/ Katie Morello | Episode 7

Grit, Passion, & Football w/ Katie Morello | Episode 7

On this episode of FSTS, Joe sits down with Ursinus Alumni, Kaite Morello, a multi Emmy Award-winning feature producer at NFL Films.

Apr 11, 202239:53
Sitting Down w/ Greatness w/ Katie Morello | Episode 7 Trailer

Sitting Down w/ Greatness w/ Katie Morello | Episode 7 Trailer

In this episode, host Joe Shapiro sits down with feature Producer at NFL Films and Ursinus Alumni, Katie Morello. 

Apr 07, 202200:48
A Conversation with Professor Aukers | Episode 6

A Conversation with Professor Aukers | Episode 6

Host, Joe Shapiro, sits down with Professor Aukers to learn from his experiences.

Dec 10, 202126:60
The Brewing Industry with Abby Feerrar | Episode 5

The Brewing Industry with Abby Feerrar | Episode 5

Host, Joe Shapiro, sits down with Co-Owner, Abby Feerrar, of Bald Birds Brewing to talk about the Brewing Industry. 

Oct 31, 202124:15
Year 1 Podcast Wrap

Year 1 Podcast Wrap

Thank you for an amazing first year. We will see you in the Fall 2021!!

Jun 22, 202101:20
Navigating a New Start-Up with Tate and Max | Episode 4

Navigating a New Start-Up with Tate and Max | Episode 4

Hosts Joe and Vaughn sit down with Ursinus Alumni Tate and Max to discuss their new start-up InTuition. 

May 10, 202129:16
Talking Start-ups w/ Keca Ward | Episode 3

Talking Start-ups w/ Keca Ward | Episode 3

Joe Shapiro sits down over zoom with Keca Ward, Sr. Director of Interest Acquisition at Phenom People.

Mar 17, 202122:36
How to Start a Clothing Brand w/ Jake | Episode 2

How to Start a Clothing Brand w/ Jake | Episode 2

On this episode of From Sparks to Sckscrapers, Joe Shapiro sits down with Jack Amendola-Reichard '24, owner of The Coastal Factory.

Dec 23, 202024:57
COVID-19 Innovations w/ Brock Blomberg | Episode 1

COVID-19 Innovations w/ Brock Blomberg | Episode 1

Host, Joe Shapiro, sits down with Ursinus College President, Brock Blomberg, to discuss the process of students returning to campus for the Fall 2020 semester, in the mists of a Global Pandemic.

Dec 01, 202032:40
Inspiring Innovation | Intro Episode

Inspiring Innovation | Intro Episode

Welcome to the From Sparks To Skyscrapers Podcast, hosted by the U-Imagine Center at Ursinus College.

Nov 30, 202000:44