AC learners win top prizes at annual Cross-College Entrepreneurship Challenge
Posted on Tuesday, May 14th, 2024
Algonquin College learners have once again demonstrated their entrepreneurial spirit by securing four prizes at the annual Cross- College Entrepreneurship Challenge. This marks the third consecutive year AC learners were awarded in the competition, sponsored by Riipen and RBC Future Launch.
The event brought together student teams from 11 colleges across Ontario to address challenges faced by Canadian businesses. Algonquin College stood out with the participation of three teams. Through their skills, creativity and classroom knowledge, AC learners collaborated with real-world clients to come up with innovative solutions for the challenges presented.
The AC winners of the 3rd Annual Cross College Entrepreneurship Challenge include:
Client’s Choice Award
The team led by Kori Byron, Kim Stewart, Sophia Venables and Natasha Zwicker received recognition for their innovative collaboration with the online gym, Will2Well.
All-Around Judges’ Pick Award, Special Risk-Taking Award, and Runner-Up for Client’s Choice Award
The team led by Joshua Ansaldo, Cassandra Bennet, Alic Lapina and Harold Vasquez, was awarded in three categories for their collaborative work with the client Fast Fab Home, a venture that aims to introduce prefabricated homes to the Canadian market.
Congratulations to all the participants for their outstanding contributions, dedication, and hard work.
A special mention goes to Stephen Gagné, Entrepreneurship Officer and Mike Wood, professor in the School of Business and Media & Design, official coaches of the AC teams. Thanks for your dedication to nurturing the entrepreneurial spirit and innovation among AC learners.