Innovative Entrepreneurship Panel

On August 17, 2024, Emily Rouse participated in the Innovative Entrepreneurship Panel hosted by Waterfront Hall in partnership with Ohio University. The event brought together a group of inspiring entrepreneurs from a variety of industries to share their experiences of launching, growing, and navigating the challenges of business ownership.

Throughout the panel discussion, Emily and the other speakers shared personal insights into their entrepreneurial journeys, including the lessons learned, obstacles overcome, and the importance of community support when building a business. The conversation highlighted the creativity, resilience, and innovation that exists within the region’s growing entrepreneurial ecosystem.

The event provided an opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs, students, and community members to hear firsthand stories from local business owners and gain encouragement for pursuing their own ideas. We are grateful to have been part of a conversation that celebrates entrepreneurship and the individuals working to shape the future of our communities.

In case you missed the event, watch the full panel discussion below, produced by Wheeling Heritage.