#32 Innovating Entrepreneurship Education: A Conversation with Dr. Eric Liguori

In this episode of the InNOLEvation® Mindset Podcast, host Mark McNees welcomed Dr. Eric Liguori, Associate Dean of the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship at FSU, to discuss entrepreneurship education, research, and practical experiences. Eric shared his academic journey, his role in enhancing entrepreneurship education through his previous position as the president of USASBE, and his research focus on entrepreneurship pedagogy, ecosystems, and public policy. He also talked about the unique structure and opportunities at the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship, his entrepreneurial experiences, and best practices in teaching entrepreneurship. Eric's perspective on the importance of community support, policy-friendly environments for entrepreneurship, and the advantages of interdisciplinary collaboration in entrepreneurship education were highlighted. The conversation also covered personal motivations and advice for students interested in entrepreneurship.

 

00:00 Welcome to the InNOLEvation® Mindset Podcast

00:30 Meet Eric Liguori: The Journey to Jim Moran College

01:39 Exploring the World of Entrepreneurship Education

03:05 Diving Deep into Entrepreneurship Research

04:42 The Impact of Entrepreneurial Ecosystems

11:54 Eric's Entrepreneurial Ventures and Insights

18:01 Can Entrepreneurship Be Taught? Insights from FSU

20:20 The Future of Entrepreneurship Education at FSU

21:51 Getting Personal: Life Beyond Academia

23:23 Advice for Students and Future Entrepreneurs

25:09 Parting Wisdom: A Message to Younger Self

26:37 Closing Thoughts and Next Episode Tease