Riata Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Our mission
Supporting the student entrepreneur
The Riata Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship exists as the entrepreneurial
catalyst for OSU students, faculty and staff, alumni, and the State of Oklahoma. We
offer state-of-the-art experiential programs and valuable resources to help elevate
and inspire future generations of thinkers and doers.
Learning by doing
Opportunities for experiential learning
OSU students interested in the venture creation process can gain hands-on experiences
through the Riata Center’s experiential learning opportunities led by a variety of
industry experts, successful entrepreneurs, faculty, and staff.
Have you heard the buzz?
Riata's on the Buzz on Business podcast
The Riata Center shares stories from entrepreneurs all over the world along with students
and faculty on campus. Catch Riata hosting the Buzz on Business every other week during
the school year!
Learn, engage, launch
The Riata Startup Experience
The Riata Startup Experience (RSX) is a two-phase program for OSU students, faculty,
and staff entrepreneurs interested in pursuing a business concept or growing a pre-existing
venture. Each phase is designed to develop a business via learning opportunities,
one-on-one coaching, and university and nationwide competitions. Phases one and two
are each twelve weeks during the Fall and Spring semesters. Following the completion
of Phase One and Two, participants are eligible to apply for the Summer Greiner Accelerator
Program.
Learn how to succeed
with your business
The Greiner Summer Business Accelerator is an 8-week program designed for selected
participants to work on their businesses under the close supervision of Riata Center
staff, School of Entrepreneurship faculty, and external mentors. The goal of the program
is to drive the new venture startup process for students while increasing their chance
of success. Three to five students/teams will be selected each summer to focus their
time on building their companies.
For those who served
The Veterans Entrepreneurship Program
The national program offers cutting edge, experiential training in entrepreneurship
and small business management to members of the U.S. armed forces who are disabled
as a result of their service. Veterans develop competencies associated with creating and sustaining a business while
learning to coordinate with services for veterans and others with disabilities. The
Veterans Entrepreneurial Program is free to participants thanks to generous supporters.
A world of resources for student entrepreneurs
The Riata Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship is a clearinghouse for a world of resources for any OSU student with a concept for a venture who just needs some direction. Resources include hands-on opportunities and events to connect and network with successful entrepreneurs and business leaders.
