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The Batten Institute for Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Technology offers programs year-round in the areas of entrepreneurship, innovation and technology. Review upcoming events via our Program Schedule.
Annual Program Schedule
The Batten Institute for Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Technology offers programs year-round in the areas of entrepreneurship, innovation and technology.
Featured Events
Upcoming signature events, hosted by UVA Darden and the Batten Institute.

Jefferson Innovation Summit 2025
Catalyzing Innovation in the Commonwealth
18 April 2025
The Commonwealth of Virginia is posed to be a global leader in technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Delegates will discuss ways to catalyze innovations to drive economic growth, create the jobs of the future, and advance the state’s ambitions to be a technological leader. Through a facilitated dialogue and workshop, the delegates generate a set of recommendations for commercializing and scaling new technologies and growing entrepreneurship within the Commonwealth.

Southeast ETA Conference (SEETA)
5-6 September 2025
Location: UVA Darden | Charlottesville, Virginia
Hosted by the University of Virginia Darden School of Business, Duke Fuqua School of Business, Georgetown McDonough School of Business and UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School.
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