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Nighthawk Innovation Summit

 

Have a great idea but unsure how to take the first step? Maybe you’re missing confidence, navigating unfamiliar territory, or trying to make sense of legal setup, accounting, marketing, or funding. You don’t have to figure it out alone. 

Â鶹ÊÓƵ's Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation invites students, faculty, staff, and community members to attend and participate in Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s Nighthawk Innovation Summit.

Join us for practical guidance, expert insights, and real-world tools to help turn ideas into action.

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Summit Details

Monday, March 2, 2026 Cottrell Center Ballroom Dahlonega

 8:00 a.m.: Breakfast   8:30 a.m.: Welcome & Introduction

Breakout Sessions

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Expert led deep dives into must-know fundamentals

Cottrell Speaker Series

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Our keynote speaker will share their first-hand experience and personal insights in topcs of leadership & innovation

Pitch Challenge

2:00 p.m.

Â鶹ÊÓƵ Students compete for $12,000 in prizes