Pillsbury Institute for Hospitality Entrepreneurship
The Leland C. and Mary M. Pillsbury Institute for Hospitality Entrepreneurship engages leading industry experts and faculty to educate students and provide them with experiential opportunities to learn all aspects of entrepreneurship. To support these critical goals, the Pillsbury Institute offers students, entrepreneurs, and faculty an expanding range of courses, programs, and activities focused on advancing students’ entrepreneurship knowledge and mastery.
As we reflect on the past year, I am incredibly proud of the forward momentum the Pillsbury Institute for Hospitality Entrepreneurship has made. Our progress is all because of the community—students, faculty, alumni, and industry partners—that continues to strengthen our mission and our impact.
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Engagement
At all stages of ideation, the Pillsbury Institute offers students, entrepreneurs, and faculty a broad range of courses, programs, and activities in which to engage.
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Giving Opportunities
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This Hotelier Is Reinventing the Hospitality Space
If there’s anyone with their finger on the pulse of the boutique hospitality space, it’s Jason Brown. As co-founder and CEO of BlueFlagCapital, Brown is responsible for leading the company’s overall corporate strategy, investment activities, fund management, and asset/brand development.
First Gen Nolan School Students Explore Careers in Miami
When Brenda Bolouvi ’27 arrived in Miami for a three-day career trek, she checked in at the Ritz-Carlton, ate a quick lunch, and then toured a 1 Hotel before having dinner at Dolce Italian. At each stop, corporate leaders shared career opportunities, glimpses into behind-the-scenes action, and contact information for follow-up questions.
Tech pioneer Cindy Estis Green ’79 and Hyatt Hotels CEO Mark Hoplamazian redefine hospitality through innovation, strategy, and human-centered leadership.
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