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The Murphy Center is a collaborative environment facilitating new business ventures and strengthening the prospects of early-stage companies in the North Texas region. We’re developing a number of programs and partnerships across DFW and the region with entrepreneurs, venture funds and service providers to accelerate the success of the ecosystem.

We support all university students, enabling them to communicate, collaborate and build thriving startups easily through a single platform. The Murphy Center adds value to the student experience and can help connect their ideas, creativity and talents to industry opportunities.

Bold Ideas Competition

Bring your solution and pitch your Bold Idea in our biannual Bold Ideas Competition. The Murphy Center invites all UNT students to submit a short YouTube video pitching their Bold Idea. Submit as an individual or part of a team, we’re looking for passionate, memorable solutions that display relevance, feasibility, message clarity, and vision. Each finalist will pitch to the judges at 12:00 April 27th, 2023 at the G. Brint Ryan College of Business.

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Bold Ideas Competition

Be part of the solution and pitch your Bold Idea to deal with electricity and packaging waste. The Murphy Center invites all UNT students to submit a short YouTube video pitching their Bold Idea. Submit as an individual or part of a team, we’re looking for passionate, memorable solutions that display relevance, feasibility, message clarity, and vision. Each of the finalists will be paired with a mentor to hone their message and prepare for the Main Event on October 13th, 2022 at the G. Bring Ryan College of Business.

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OneValley is a global entrepreneurship platform for individuals, startups, and corporations seeking innovation and accelerated growth.

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Access is free to students and alums.

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The purpose of the AIA is to help new angels discover the basics of becoming a successful investor.

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The Entrepreneurship faculty at UNT consists of highly qualified, full-time educators whose premier reputations are based on innovative teaching, outstanding research, and quality service to the profession and community.

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