Overview

The Changemaker program is a cross-faculty program focused on creating start-up initiatives through the lens of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Over four months, students undergo three phases.

• Phase 1: Communication and Self Awareness

• Phase 2: Ideation

• Phase 3: Building a Business.

• Phase 4: Refinement and Pitch Preparation.

Responsibilities

Program Highlights

Key responsibilities in this role included:

• Developing session materials (Presentations, Resource Sheets, Activities).

• Developing assignments (Worksheets, Term Assignments).

• Developing Assessment Criteria (Rubrics and Guidelines).

• Delivering Sessions.

• Engaging Guest Speakers and Moderating Discussions (Founders, Executives. Board Members).

• Providing Mentorship.

Program Expansion:

Over two years, I expanded the program's reach by developing new branches to make entrepreneurship more accessible to youth:

Student Initiatives

Generation Changemaker:

An eight-week high school iteration of the program focused on helping students identify their passions and build innovative solutions.

Number of Cohorts: 3 Cohorts

Changemaker Unlocked:

A two-hour workshop iteration of specific program sessions that provide an insightful introduction to the world of entrepreneurship.

Number of Cohorts: 4 Cohorts

Event Highlights

Hub350-CU@Kanata, OpenHouse

Representing the Innovation Hub at Carleton University's satellite location and engaging new stakeholders to explore partnership opportunities.

Innovation Hub, Donor Presentation

Showcasing Innovation Hub programs to potential donors.

Innovation Hub, Fall 2022 Pitch Event

Final pitch competition for Fall 2022 cohort participants.