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Led by Executive Director, Dr. Dhirendra Shukla, the UNB Network for Entrepreneurship and Innovation serves as a strategic connector and amplifier for UNB’s entrepreneurship ecosystem. The Network ensures students, faculty, and community innovators can seamlessly tap into the programs, mentors, funding and partnerships they need to succeed.
UNB hosts one of Canada’s strongest entrepreneurship ecosystems, offering academic programs, accelerators and supports that help students, researchers and entrepreneurs launch and grow ventures. Through undergraduate and graduate pathways, hands‑on diplomas and specialized programs, UNB prepares innovators at every stage.
Its entrepreneurial hubs—including the International Business & Entrepreneurship Centre, the J Herbert Smith Centre, the Pond‑Deshpande Centre and the Wallace McCain Institute—provide mentorship, funding, incubation and real‑world experience, complemented by competitive opportunities such as the Fraser Student Venture Fund, prototype development support and pitch competitions.
Learn more about the units, people and programs that make UNB a leader in Entrepreneurship
Connect with the Network: entrepreneurship@unb.ca
Join Venn Innovation and Wallace McCain Institute for an afternoon with internationally recognized innovation strategist Alex Manu, exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping business, leadership, and customer expectations.
As organizations face increasing pressure to adapt, this session will challenge leaders to move beyond simply adopting AI and instead rethink how they create and deliver value in a rapidly evolving world.
The event features a keynote from Alex Manu, followed by an interactive conversation focused on practical AI adoption, organizational readiness, and leadership. A live business case will invite audience participation to explore real-world applications and opportunities.
Designed for business leaders, founders, and professionals across Atlantic Canada, this event offers practical insights, fresh perspectives, and meaningful connections within the regional innovation ecosystem.