The Extreme Entrepreneurship Tour (EET) that helps students think about how to turn their business ambitions into reality will stop at Lawrence Tech on Tuesday, Oct. 9.The program will run from 3-7 p.m. in S100, the Science Building auditorium. There will be free food, prizes and the opportunity to connect with other like-minded students. The free event is open to both college and high school students.

They can register through the online RSVP system at www.extremetour.org. EET, which is billed as the first-ever national collegiate entrepreneurship tour, is presented by VenturePort.org and sponsored by Inc. Magazine. It was founded by two 25-year-old entrepreneurs, Michael Simmons and Sheena Lindahl. “The vision of the tour is for all of America’s college students to graduate with an entrepreneurial mindset,” Simmons said. “This high-energy event will help you unleash your drive, creativity, and imagination.” The program at Lawrence Tech will feature three young achievers who have made an impact on the business world by the age of 30, as well as several local entrepreneurs. This event is designed to provide inspiration and practical advice. Both emerging entrepreneurs and students of all disciplines are invited to attend to learn how they can apply the entrepreneurial mindset to their lives regardless of career choice.

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