PLAN TO LAUNCH CLASS 2024

Closed for Thanksgiving...

Please note that both Entrenuity and Mox.E will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving from Wed, Nov 22 through Sun, Nov 26. There will be no coworking, conference room rentals, or mail pick-up during those days.

We have a WINNER!

INTRODUCING TEIRRA SCOTT: Winner of the Know More Nonprofits $25K Innovation Challenge

Teirra Scott, Founder and Executive Director of GODDESS Girls Mentoring, is the winner of the Know More Nonprofits $25K Innovation Challenge, powered by Entrenuity. Teirra's involvement in the Challenge was supported in part by Pursue Scholars, who acknowledged her as a distinguished alumna.

JBU Students Visit Entrenuity

Mark and Jennifer Soderquist, longtime friends and supporters of Entrenuity, moved to the Westside of Chicago in 1991 and have lived in the Lawndale neighborhood for over 20 years. Mark serves as one of the pastors of Westlawn Gospel Chapel, alongside Pastor Derrick Rollerson, who started Westlawn Youth Network (WYN) to reach the youth in the neighborhood. Working with WYN has allowed Mark and Jennifer opportunities to impact (and be impacted by!) more than just the youth in the neighborhood. With a commitment to being transparent about what they've learned regarding race, poverty, and social justice since living incarnationally in the city, Mark and Jennifer host regular learning experiences at WYN for visiting groups from schools, churches, and businesses.

Since 1998, students from John Brown University in Siloam Springs, Arkansas have embarked on an annual student ministry trip to Chicago. During their time in the city, the students actively participate in "redemptive listening and truth-telling" sessions with Mark, Jennifer, Pastor Derrick, and other members of the Lawndale community. Students are exposed to the intricacies of social issues, gaining a fresh perspective through the lens of the city. The WYN team firmly believes that Chicago serves as an extraordinary classroom, where individuals are empowered to see the world through a different set of eyes. In Mark's words, "The purpose of this trip is not to leave with answers, but to leave asking better questions." 

Columbia College – student film shoot at Overflow Coffee

Entrenuity, Overflow Coffee, and Mox.E Coworking are excited about our growing relationship with Columbia College. Columbia students are not only frequent customers at Overflow but also serve as employees, student interns, and volunteers. They've done multiple special projects for us, including marketing, merch campaigns, photo exhibits, and more! Columbia will also be hosting an Entrenuity boot camp in February 2024 to engage students in the process of planning and launching their own businesses. It's been a pleasure to work with the talented and creative students from Columbia and to welcome them to our space as they pursue their dreams.

OCT FACT Trainings in Chicago, IL and Naples, FL – Recap

CHICAGO, IL:  Entrenuity hosted a Facilitator Training for a diverse group of educators and leaders, including both public and private school teachers and administrators, ministers, and organizations working with the incarcerated and returning citizens.

The 3.5 day training included learning how to use the SUN Suite collection of apps, the exciting business simulation game experience, and a presentation from special guest, Angelique Warner, inventor of the GoGoVie baby carrier and Entrenuity Accelerator participant. Business plan presentations spanned multiple industries, including pet services, childcare, and mental health care. 

Save the date for the next Chicago Facilitator training, tentatively March 12-15, 2024.

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