Since the first ETP cohort in 2012, over 900 graduate students have participated in the ETP. Many of these students have gone on to pursue an entrepreneurial career, including the featured alumni below.

Featured Alumni

 

Ayopo Onafowokan

ETP Discover'23 and ETP Develop' 24

A Master’s Degree in Medicine (Neuroscience) student and Co-Founder of Kiderra

“Dayhomes play a vital role in the daycare industry,” said Mr. Onafowokan. “To support them, Kiderra provides day home operators tailored solutions to navigate regulatory requirements should they wish to elevate their operations.”

>>> Read more of Ayopo's interview

 

Kelvin Idogun

ETP Discover '23

A Ph.D. candidate in Oil and Gas Engineering, innovates beyond his field with BeauSync. Co-developed with Dr. Cleverson Esene

“"BeauSync was meticulously designed to solve the dual-sided challenges plaguing the beauty industry: The app addresses these issues head-on by recognizing the disconnect between freelance beauty professionals' need for exposure and clients' desire for reliable, quality services."

>>> Read more of Kelvin's interview

 

Heather Elliott

ETP '19

Writer and researcher at Original Shipster

“When I feel like I’m the minority, I remind myself that I’m here not just for myself; I’m representing other voices that deserve to be here.”

>>> Read more of Heather's interview

 

 

Brian Hurley

ETP '19

 Co-founder of Iron Rock Brewing Company

 “I look at leaders in the business community here in NL, I hear them speak and I think, ‘That’s where I want to be in 10-15 years.’”

 >>> Read more of Brian's interview

 

 

 Jill Hurd

 ETP '17

 Owner and Operator of Tails and Trails NL

 “Take advantage of networking events! This is   where you truly meet people in the entrepreneur   world, and introducing yourself to them is the best   thing you can do.”

 >>> Read more of Jill's interview

Arif Shaikh ETP '17 Co-Founder, Creatros Inc. "Getting passionate about business idea is a great starting point, but it’s a journey that needs lot of commitment."  >>> Read more of Arif's interview.

ETP '18 Life Between Labels | Wildlife & Conservation Entrepreneur "MUN ETP offered the perfect place for me to learn while seeking my Master's." >>> Read more of Kala's interview.

ETP '17 President & CEO, Mentic Wellness Technologies "If you are even thinking of starting a business, the ETP program is the program for you." >>> Read more of Mark's interview.