Capital One DSU
Innovation Venture
Monday, April 14, 2025
Empowering the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs
Innovation Venture works with students from ideation to business creation, awarding $225,000 in seed funding and capital investments for their prototypes.
Delaware State University (DSU) and Capital One are joining forces to provide students with the wrap-around support that they need to turn ideas into commercialized products. This National Convening in the heart of Delaware was built to provide students with a launchpad of success through investments from venture capitalists, technical assistance from Fortune 500 companies, and 1:1 coaching from successful entrepreneurs with experience in tech transfer.
Ultimately, these students will use their innovations to secure generational wealth and drive economic impact at HBCUs and in local communities.
Experience Innovation in Action!
Monday, April 14, 2025
On the Campus of Delaware State University
Wellness & Recreation Center (WRC)
1200 N DuPont Hwy. Dover, DE 19901
Cutting-Edge Tech
The latest breakthroughs in AI-powered, precision agriculture, and sustainable technologies.
Industry Leaders
Connect with keynote speakers, thought leaders, and pioneers shaping the future of technology and agriculture.
Funding Access
Pitch directly to angel investors and venture capitalists actively seeking early-stage AgTech innovations with market potential.
For Students, Leaders and Industry Professionals
Whether you’re a student passionate about new technology, an
industry leader looking to connect with emerging talent or a community partner seeking opportunities to collaborate – this one-day event is your gateway.
Backed by the
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Innovation Venture was designed not only to advance the
agriculture industry but also to fuel innovation across HBCUs, providing pathways for students
to build generational wealth and power the American economy.
Innovation Venture is part of a larger federal initiative to support the DSU College of Agriculture, Science, and Technology (CAST) in its effort to make agriculture smarter and more productive. Through this program, students are able to use emerging technologies like robotics, drones and sensors to:
- Address critical needs in protecting and managing domestic natural resources for current and future production of food and agricultural products.
- Develop/apply emerging technologies to increase agricultural productivity.
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- Enhance small farm economic viability; improve rural communities.
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