Building tomorrowʼs entrepreneurs: highlights from IE & FHK 2026

Building Tomorrow’s Entrepreneurs: Highlights from IE & FHK 2026, a landmark entrepreneurial development event designed to cultivate business acumen and innovation among university students. The initiative integrates experiential learning models with active industry involvement to bridge academic knowledge and real-world venture creation. Evaluation of the event highlights three key contributions: (1) Enhancement of Entrepreneurial Competencies, empowering participants with practical skills in business planning, financial literacy, and market strategy; (2) Fostering Innovation and Pitching Capabilities, through structured competitions and mentorship that prepare students for competitive business ecosystems; and (3) Institutional Collaboration and Ecosystem Building, connecting aspiring student entrepreneurs with industry mentors and funding networks. Overall, this highlight serves as a compelling model for higher education institutions seeking to drive student-led innovation and prepare future business leaders.