THE HUB POWERED BY PNC BANK

The Hub is a transformative environment that brings together a diverse community to foster creativity, growth, and entrepreneurship.

The Hub's Vision is to have a sustainable impact and inspire others to do the same.

The Hub Board Of Directors

Andy Horner, Board Chair

UD's Business and Administrative Services

Trevor Collier

UD's School of Business Administration

Nancy McHugh

UD's Fitz Center for Leadership

Scott Koorndyk

Entrepreneurs' Center

Gul Kremer

UD's School of Engineering

Craig Jennings

Entrepreneurs' Center

Stacy Thompson Speare-Hardy Keybank Corp

Hub Benefits For Our Students

The Hub is a quintessential transdisciplinary space that provides opportunities for networking, internships, and rich learning. We have no doubt it will continue to be a significant aspect of our students' education in entrepreneurship. It is a community-engaged, experiential learning platform like no other

Startup Grounds

Managed and Operated By Flyer Enterprises

The Greater West Dayton Incubator (GWDI) is an organization powered by the University of Dayton and the Entrepreneurs' Center that is designed to accelerate the growth and success of entrepreneurial ventures founded and operated by underrepresented entrepreneurs.

The Greater West Dayton Incubator, an initiative of the L William Crotty Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership expanded its operations, footprint, and impact in 2022-23, with significant achievements and milestones The growth of our programs and collaborations demonstrate and affirm the need to serve entrepreneurs in the Greater West Dayton area while leveraging the enthusiasm and talent of our UD students and faculty As we progress forward, we are excited to move closer to identifying our permanent location. One of the major highlights of the year was the successful acquisition of $1 8 million in state and federal funds to enable the establishment of this endeavor for the incubator. This substantial investment will provide the necessary resources and infrastructure to support budding entrepreneurs in the Greater West Dayton area, fostering economic growth and revitalization in the community

Another notable accomplishment was building stronger collaborations between the Greater West Dayton Incubator and student groups and faculty at the University of Dayton. By working together, they were able to offer a wide range of entrepreneurial services and educational opportunities to underrepresented entrepreneurs in the region These initiatives aim to bridge the gap and provide equal access to resources and support for aspiring business owners, empowering them to succeed and contribute to the local economy

Additionally, the GWDI provided over $100,000 in diluted and non-diluted funding, further bolstering the financial support available to entrepreneurs in the area, thus promoting innovation and fostering a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem in Greater West Dayton. We are looking forward to what 2023-24 will bring We are excited to continue our mission and provide entrepreneurs and students with experiences that help elevate their growth.

-Whitney Barkley, Director of the Greater West Dayton Incubator