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November is National Entrepreneurship Month and The Community and Economic Development Unit of the Cooperative Extension Program held its 2nd Annual The Art of the Startup: Techpreneurs seminar at Prairie View A&M University Northwest Campus in Harris County on November 14, 2018.

During National Entrepreneurship Month, Agent Nate Peterson celebrated the remarkable success of entrepreneurs who played a critical role in creating jobs, innovating new products or services, and growing the economy across our great state and nation.

Agent Nate Peterson also wanted to recognize the important value of technology and the increased demand for innovation, and entrepreneurship in limited-resource communities.

As we advance into the digital age, it’s imperative that we collaborate our local tech entrepreneurs who serve as true pioneers of possibility, prosperity and who drive our economy," stated Mr. Peterson.

2nd Annual The Art of the Startup: Techpreneurs

Natriez “Nate” Peterson

This year more than 50 participants including Carl Wunsche Sr. High School juniors and seniors, professionals, and business owners attended the event. The following topics were covered:

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