The Hostetter Centre for Enterprise & Entrepreneurship at the UPEI School of Business is an outreach centre to the community and beyond to enhance student education in enterprise and entrepreneurship. It has been named in recognition of American businessman Ralph Hostetter's long-standing commitment to the university and the province.
The Hostetter Centre for Enterprise & Entrepreneurship (HCEE) aims to advance education and research in enterprise and entrepreneurial activity, especially in industries of relevance to PEI. This is in keeping with Hostetter’s strong belief in mentorship. It will also focus on the development of students’ entrepreneurial skills through its many programs.
"As a long-time Island resident, Ralph Hostetter has been a great friend to many and a generous community supporter," said UPEI President Wade MacLauchlan. "By linking his name and support to enterprise and entrepreneurship at UPEI, he will make an enduring contribution to the development of his beloved PEI."
Hostetter has committed over $1 million to UPEI in support of students and their learning environment. Last year he established the first scholarship for UPEI’s MBA program in honour of his PEI friend and neighbour George Howatt.
"On behalf of the UPEI School of Business’ faculty and staff, I am pleased to say how thrilled we are for the leadership that Ralph Hostetter is providing,” said the Dean of Business, Roberta MacDonald. “His generous support and the role model he provides will be excellent bases on which to expand our enterprise and entrepreneurship programs and research. These will add great benefits for our students and for the Island in general."
The Hostetter CEE will include existing and new activities and programs such as business co-operative education, international exchanges and trade training, mentoring, incubation, executive education, and executive-in-residence programs.
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