Featured Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center

Supporting Seattle University students through every stage of their entrepreneurship journey from ideation to business launch to growth.

Gnome, the grand prize-winner team in the 2026 Harriet Stephenson Business Plan Competition

Flagship Programs for Entrepreneurs

Albers Graduate Entrepreneurship Program ranked in the nation’s top 25 by The Princeton Review and Entrepreneur Magazine.

A student asking a question during an eventAlbers-SJIM Challenge

Students from across the globe come together virtually to collaborate on solving some of the world's most pressing problems.

Family Business Exchange

A Pacific Northwest community of family business owners that receives tailored education, networking, and peer learning to address unique challenges and support long-term success across generations.

Founder Friday

Quarterly fireside chats with seasoned entrepreneurs talking about their business journeys, challenges, and what it takes to succeed.


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Harriet Stephenson Business Plan Competition

Students and alumni receive hands-on experience, expert feedback, networking opportunities, and exposure to potential investors while launching business ventures across sectors.

Jones Idea Challenge

Companies present real-world challenges to undergraduate teams, who then develop and pitch innovative solutions. Cash prizes are awarded to the teams with the strongest proposals.

Jones Progress Awards

Alumni business accelerator supporting alumni and graduating students in launching and growing new ventures through mentorship, funding, and regional connections.

MotMot Team

RAMP-UP

An experiential learning initiative that connects students and coaches with underserved local businesses to provide hands-on support and resources that foster growth, and preserve the character of Seattle’s communities.

Harriet Stephenson Business Plan Competition

736

Teams

2,200

Students

$490K

Total Prizes Awarded

Accelerating Entrepreneurial Leaders for the Common Good

RAMP-UP

Launched in 2017 in partnership with the City of Seattle’s Liberty Project, RAMP-UP has supported
60+ businesses