Innovation Week 2024

A week filled with events to highlight the importance of innovation!

Event Information

Innovation Week 2024 will take place April 1–6, 2024, with several events highlighting the importance of innovation and entrepreneurship.

The theme for the upcoming event is "High-Value Relationships." This theme seeks to highlight the importance of collaboration, networking and relationships when undertaking innovative projects. This also highlights the biblical model of developing lasting relationships that will enable us to be a positive influence to those around us and impact the world for good.

Keynote Speaker

The keynote speaker for this event is Pierre Quinn. For over 15 years Pierre has taught higher education, faith-based, nonprofit and corporate leaders the strategies they need to experience personal success and professional growth.

Pierre is the author of "Leading While Green: How Emerging Leaders Can Ripen Into Effective Leaders" and "Leading While Scared: How To Find The Courage To Keep Going." He is the CEO of The Cardell Group, LLC, a consulting firm which focuses on growing leaders and empowering teams of all sizes. Pierre holds graduate degrees in communication and theology from Andrews University and a certificate in executive leadership from Howard University. 

Program Agenda

Innovation Week includes the Pitch Competition, vespers programs, a drone competition, speakers, luncheons and an exhibit floor showcasing projects from current students.

The agenda is shown below. Be sure to mark it on your calendars and make plans to attend.

Sponsors

Andrews University Graduate Student Association (AUGSA)
Center for Faith Engagement (CFE)
Office of Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Student Involvement, Leadership, and Activities (SILA)