Duke Innovation & Entrepreneurship and Duke Alumni Engagement and Development offer multiple ways for alumni, students, Duke parents, and other community members to get advice, feedback, and access to resources.
Duke I&E Network LinkedIn Group
Connect with thousands of Duke community members from all over the world in this closed group for Duke students, alumni, parents, faculty, and staff who are entrepreneurs, innovators, intrapreneurs, founders, funders, investors, startup ecosystem builders, researchers, social innovators, creators, or who appreciate innovation and entrepreneurship.
Experts in Entrepreneurship
Looking to explore or expand an innovative or entrepreneurial pursuit? Need guidance or connections to move forward? Duke I&E Experts in Entrepreneurship are dedicated volunteers who offer valuable advice, connections, and ad hoc support to alumni, students, and other community members during weekly 1:1 office hours. Learn more & schedule time to meet with one of our experts.
Ask a Blue Devil
Use a simple form to ask a question, seek advice, or request introductions, and Ask a Blue Devil’s AI technology will match you up with experts from the 185,000-strong Duke alumni community.
Duke Entrepreneurial Leaders Network
The Duke Entrepreneurial Leaders Network (ELN) is a select group of Duke alumni and students who are committed to founding or leading an innovation-driven startup. ELN members join a cohort of 10-15 Duke students and alumni and meet regularly over the course of a year for virtual and in-person programming. ELN members engage with Duke IP that is ready to be spun out and connect with Triangle-area entrepreneurial leaders seeking senior talent to enable their growth.
Duke I&E Slack Channel
Share ideas, ask for help, and connect with others in the Duke I&E Slack.