Webinar | Entrepreneurship Success in Engineering: Skill or Luck?
Register by October 21, 2024
Join us as we explore the intersection of engineering and entrepreneurship, emphasizing the role of innovation in bridging these two domains.
Through this session, we will:
- examine case studies that highlight successful engineering entrepreneurs, delving into the factors contributing to their success, including elements of luck and skill.
- provide a comprehensive overview of the entrepreneurial landscape within the engineering sector, identifying key challenges and opportunities.
- analyze the role of skill in entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of technical expertise, leadership, and adaptability for engineers venturing into business.
- investigate the impact of luck on entrepreneurial outcomes, discussing instances where unexpected events played a significant role in success or failure.
This session will be held through ON24.
For any questions about this event, please contact [email protected].
About the speaker
Donovan Nielsen, P.Eng.
, is the co-founder of Scovan and currently acts as the president and chairman. He's a professional engineer with a degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Alberta. He has
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vast experience in the energy industry, delivering projects from energy, power generation, waste-water treatment, and the renewable energy sector. In his 20 years of experience in engineering, procurement, fabrication, and project management, he has executed several successful projects ranging excess of $500 million.