Program

Friday, May 5, 2023

3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Registration and Opening Reception

4:30 pm – 6:00 pm

KIA Mobility Pitch Competition

The world of transportation and mobility is undergoing exponential change. Transportation is evolving as consumer needs and expectations change while technologies create new possibilities. We are pleased to partner with KIA Motors to sponsor our first KIA Mobility Pitch Competition as part of the BMA Innovate23 Summit. Open to all UCI students, the competition will provide teams with support to identify, develop and deliver their ideas.

Saturday, May 6, 2023

8:00 am – 8:45 am

Networking Breakfast

Get the day started with new connections!

8:45 am – 8:55 am

Welcome

8:55 am – 9:30 am

The Digital Wave

Technology shapes all aspects of business across roles and industries. Industry leaders will share insights that will encourage you to reassess opportunities for technology in your business strategy.

9:35 am – 10:05 am

Keynote: Tech + Creativity with Tony Jones

Tony will share how he leveraged technology and creativity to build thriving organizations.

10:05 am – 10:40 am

Networking Break

10:40 am – 11:15 am

Create an Environment for Innovation

Sustaining competitive advantage requires a balance between staying the course and introducing novelty. Hear how business leaders built successful environments to nurture creativity and position for growth.

11:20 am – 12:00 pm

Identifying New Possibilities

New ventures begin with an idea, and to remain relevant, startups must evolve! Learn from entrepreneurs’ experiences and challenges on how to grow and attract both customers and funding.

12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

Awards Luncheon

Innovate23 will conclude with an awards luncheon to celebrate successes within the BMA community. During the lunch we will announce the Dean Williamson Excellence Award for Start-up of the Year, the Bradford Entrepreneur of the Year, BMA Alumni Partner of the Year, Bradford Fellow Awardees and recognize the KIA Pitch Competition winners. You’ll leave the event feeling recharged and inspired.