By Einar Fredrik Barth-Heyerdahl
Boost Henne, dedicated to fostering female entrepreneurship at NTNU, kicked off the semester with an event that brought together students from all campuses. Established in 2018, Boost Henne aims to address the gender imbalance in entrepreneurship by encouraging more female students to develop and launch their own ideas.
The kickoff event, held at Gruva at NTNU, was without a doubt a success with 105 participants, exceeding expectations and leading to a waiting list. The event was meant to draw attention to the innovation environment at NTNU and particularly to the role of women within it.
The program included inspiring speeches, networking opportunities, and pitches from several startups. Notably, DreamKnit, a startup that has developed a tool for designing custom knitwear, was among the featured companies. The event was not only a platform for female entrepreneurs but also welcomed students of all genders, with male students attending to show their support.
Boost Henne continues to offer a range of events throughout the semester, catering to both beginners and those with more experience in entrepreneurship. Their initiatives, supported by partnerships like the one with Spark* NTNU who provide guidance and build a supportive network for aspiring female entrepreneurs.
The kickoff was more than just an event, it was a statement of intent, demonstrating Boost Henne’s ongoing commitment to empowering women to take the leap into entrepreneurship