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McMaster University
June 6, 2023

Mid-Sized University. Out-Sized Impact.

McMaster ranks 33rd in the world for global impact in this year’s THE Impact Rankings, and DeGroote research is contributing to this impact.

Lindsay Hampson, EMBA '22, smiling, on a maroon background with three circle depicting a green globe, symbols for reduce, reuse, recycle, and hands surrounding a globe.
April 28, 2023

Why Talk Sustainability in Business?

For Earth Month, we asked Lindsay Hampson, EMBA '22, to share her insights on sustainability and how it relates to business.

April 25, 2023

McMaster Researchers Awarded Over $24 Million for Climate and Pandemic Research

Benson Honig was awarded the Government of Canada’s New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) to expand a virtual entrepreneurial incubator.

April 18, 2023

Your Used Clothing Donation May be Doing More Harm Than Good

A DeGroote professor is investigating environmental impacts and factors driving the entrepreneurship associated with circular fashion.

ThisRock Article
March 29, 2023

From the Executive Suite to Saving the Planet

Lindsay Hampson (Executive MBA ‘22) combined her love of the environment and tech knowledge to find her passion and pivot her career.

March 9, 2023

Building a Digital Community of Global Entrepreneurs

Benson Honig is creating opportunities for marginalized individuals to become financially autonomous while forging global connections.

December 14, 2022

All Work and Some Play: How Boardball’s Overnight Success Turned Into a Viable Business

BCom grad Amanda Nguyen invented a game that became an overnight viral success, serving up a business opportunity she couldn't pass up.

November 15, 2022

DeGroote Grads & Business Owners Hit the Road to Give to Communities in Need

Toques From The Heart co-founders Casey Rogan, Matt Carter and Matthew Milne donated 4,000 toques during ‘The Stay Warm Together Tour’.

November 14, 2022

So, You Want to be an Entrepreneur?

Goran Calic, Associate Professor of Strategic Management explains why now is the best time in history to be an entrepreneur.

Knowledge Lab with Francois Neville
July 13, 2022

Challenges for Female Entrepreneurs Securing Financing | Knowledge Labs: In the Know

Assistant Professor François Neville discusses challenges female entrepreneurs face when it comes to accessing financial capital.

March 2, 2022

From ideation to success: Students gain knowledge on Startups during McMaster World Congress 2022

At MWC students gain insights and knowledge through engaging presentations that dive into the different stages of the Startup process.

Trish Ruebottom Knowledge Labs social innovation in entrepreneurship
August 27, 2021

How entrepreneurship is changing the sex industry

Trish Ruebottom explores how stigmatized entrepreneurs can carve out a safe space for themselves and others through social innovation.