--- title: Stories and Updates | Horn Entrepreneurship | alumni (2) description: alumni | Stories, news and updates from Horn Entrepreneurship, the creative engine of University of Delaware (2) --- [![University of Delaware](https://horn.udel.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/HPE_Jan2017/logo.png?width=168&height=70&name=logo.png "University of Delaware")](http://udel.edu) #### Horn Entrepreneurship # [Stories & Updates](https://horn.udel.edu) ### [Blue Hen 17&43 Most Promising Venture Award winners named](https://horn.udel.edu/blue-hen-1743-most-promising-venture-award-winners-named) The 15 latest recipients of [Blue Hen 17&43 awards](https://www.udel.edu/research-innovation/horn/alumni-community/1743-awards/) were announced at the recent Blue Hen Innovation Fest. These awards are [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://www.udel.edu/research-innovation/horn/) and the [Lerner College of Business & Economics’](https://lerner.udel.edu/)annual recognition of the most promising early-stage startups founded by University of Delaware alumni. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/blue-hen-1743-most-promising-venture-award-winners-named) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • December 18, 2025 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [awards](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/awards), [alumni](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/alumni) ### [Horn Honor Circle of Innovators inducts 6 transformational leaders](https://horn.udel.edu/horn-honor-circle-of-innovators-inducts-6-transformational-leaders) Six more people have been inducted into Horn Entrepreneurship’s [Honor Circle of Innovators](https://www.udel.edu/research-innovation/horn/alumni-community/blue-hen-recognition-initiative/), which recognizes transformational leaders who shape the future through innovation and entrepreneurship in Delaware and beyond. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/horn-honor-circle-of-innovators-inducts-6-transformational-leaders) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • December 16, 2025 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [careers](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/careers), [alumni](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/alumni), [innovation](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/innovation) ### [Celebrate UD’s Entrepreneurial Spirit at Blue Hen Innovation Fest](https://horn.udel.edu/celebrate-uds-entrepreneurial-spirit-at-blue-hen-innovation-fest) Get ready to celebrate creativity, big ideas, and entrepreneurial energy at the University of Delaware’s [**Blue Hen Innovation Fest**](https://horn.udel.edu/2025-blue-hen-innovation-fest) on **December 4**. This dynamic event brings together UD students, alumni, and community members to connect, collaborate, and showcase their ventures. Whether you’re launching a startup, supporting fellow innovators, or simply curious about the future of entrepreneurship, this is the place to be! [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/celebrate-uds-entrepreneurial-spirit-at-blue-hen-innovation-fest) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • November 07, 2025 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [community](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/community), [alumni](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/alumni), [students](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/students), [startups](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/startups), [pitching](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/pitching), [innovation](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/innovation) ### [Fall Pitch Party: Big Wins & Grand Slams for UD’s Student Innovators](https://horn.udel.edu/fall-pitch-party-big-wins-grand-slams-for-uds-student-innovators) The Entrepreneurship Club’s Fall Pitch Party knocked it out of the park on Wednesday, October 22, bringing rookie pitchers and seasoned innovators together for an evening of high-energy ideas, cheering fans, and cash prizes. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/fall-pitch-party-big-wins-grand-slams-for-uds-student-innovators) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • October 27, 2025 Topics: [alumni](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/alumni), [competition](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/competition), [students](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/students), [startups](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/startups), [pitch party](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/pitch-party) ### [Startup Spirit in Overdrive: Tom Stauffer’s Story of Creativity+Growth](https://horn.udel.edu/startup-spirit-in-overdrive-tom-stauffers-story-of-creativitygrowth) Entrepreneur and alumnus Tom Stauffer, class of 2024, has turned a passion for cars and content into a multi-business brand. As the founder of [Tom’s Refurb](https://www.youtube.com/@TOMSREFURB), he creates unique automotive videos that have fueled the growth of three ventures: [tomsrefurb.shop](https://tomsrefurb.shop/) (an online shop for branded gear), [Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/tomsrefurbraw)(a subscription platform where fans support creators in exchange for exclusive content), and [Speedy’s Equipment](https://speedysequipment.com/) (an automotive performance parts business). From small engine repairs as a teen to designing his own auto parts today, Tom’s entrepreneurial journey shows the power of creativity, persistence, and building with purpose. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/startup-spirit-in-overdrive-tom-stauffers-story-of-creativitygrowth) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • October 06, 2025 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [alumni](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/alumni), [startup advice](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/startup-advice), [startups](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/startups), [Summer Founders](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/summer-founders), [demo day](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/demo-day) ### [Alumna Lynn Roberts: From Startup Roots to Intrapreneurial Impact](https://horn.udel.edu/alumna-lynn-roberts-from-startup-roots-to-intrapreneurial-impact) From pitching bold ideas as a high schooler in the EntreX dual enrollment program to launching ventures through Horn’s startup programs and now driving impact as an intrapreneur within a legacy nonprofit, [Lynn Roberts](https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnroberts2023/)**,** Class of 2024**,** has experienced the full arc of Horn Entrepreneurship. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/alumna-lynn-roberts-from-startup-roots-to-intrapreneurial-impact) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • August 11, 2025 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [community](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/community), [alumni](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/alumni), [VentureOn](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/ventureon), [innovation](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/innovation), [Summer Founders](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/summer-founders) ### [Brian Mahon on Cyber Risk, Reinvention & Launching Igloo Insurance](https://horn.udel.edu/brian-mahon-on-cyber-risk-reinvention-launching-igloo-insurance) Meet Brian Mahon (BS in Entrepreneurship & Technology Innovation, Class of 2017), better known as *Cyber Guy Bri*, and founder of [Igloo Insurance](http://www.iglooins.com/), a modern independent agency specializing in cyber, business, and personal insurance. With a career built on entrepreneurial grit, digital marketing savvy, and a bold leap into thought leadership, Brian shares what inspired him to launch Igloo and why reinvention can be a powerful tool for building a business that’s cool, credible, and completely his own. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/brian-mahon-on-cyber-risk-reinvention-launching-igloo-insurance) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • June 23, 2025 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [success stories](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/success-stories), [alumni](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/alumni), [startups](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/startups), [internships](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/internships) ### [Alumna Allison Sanders on Entrepreneurship, Creativity & Taking a Leap](https://horn.udel.edu/alumna-allison-sanders-on-launching-a-creative-business-and-taking-risks) From working behind the scenes at Horn Entrepreneurship to launching her own creative business, UD Class of 2020 alumna [Allison Sanders](https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonsandersgoup/) has charted a bold and unconventional path. In this Q&A, she reflects on what it’s like to be a solopreneur, the lessons she’s carried from campus into her career, and what advice she’d give to students looking to launch something of their own. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/alumna-allison-sanders-on-launching-a-creative-business-and-taking-risks) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • June 16, 2025 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [careers](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/careers), [alumni](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/alumni), [startup advice](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/startup-advice), [startups](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/startups) ### [Networking Ninja: Meet the Matchmaker of Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/networking-ninja-meet-the-matchmaker-of-horn-entrepreneurship) At Horn Entrepreneurship, relationships fuel innovation. Whether it’s pairing students with seasoned entrepreneurs, bringing alumni back to share their wisdom, or creating opportunities for collaboration, building bridges is what we do best. And at the center of it all is Laurie Prysock, a true connector who thrives on forging meaningful relationships. We sat down with Laurie to learn more about how she brings people together to strengthen the Horn community. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/networking-ninja-meet-the-matchmaker-of-horn-entrepreneurship) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • June 11, 2025 Topics: [community](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/community), [alumni](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/alumni), [opportunities](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/opportunities) ### [Building Businesses with Purpose: Davis Pfund’s Journey](https://horn.udel.edu/building-businesses-with-purpose-davis-pfunds-journey) Meet [**Davis Pfund**](https://www.linkedin.com/in/davispfund)—a Renewable Energy Professional, Social Entrepreneur, Community Builder, Event Producer, Visionary Artist, Multi-Instrumental Musician, and Avid Tree Hugger. With a passion for sustainability, social impact, and regenerative living, Davis has launched multiple ventures that combine entrepreneurship with a mission to create a better world. 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