--- title: Stories and Updates | Horn Entrepreneurship (24) description: Stories, news and updates from Horn Entrepreneurship, the creative engine of University of Delaware (24) --- [![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) ### [Horn After 10: Joel Amin & Bryce Fender](https://horn.udel.edu/horn-after-10-joel-amin-bryce-fender) This article is part of a series celebrating the 10th anniversary of Horn Entrepreneurship by highlighting alumni, their stories and accomplishments. Bryce Fender and Joel Amin for a long time have wanted to improve the world, and they were well into making their impact when they learned that changing the world involved doing the dishes, and getting dirty at times. The pair, friends since middle school, acquired life-changing skills through Horn Entrepreneurship. With friend Demetrius M. Thorn, in 2017 they created [Wilminvest](https://www.wilminvest.com/), which buys and renovates houses, ultimately renting them to families in unstable housing situations while being connected to the social services they need for the duration of their stay.   [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/horn-after-10-joel-amin-bryce-fender) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • February 27, 2023 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [alumni](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/alumni), [startups](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/startups), [Summer Founders](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/summer-founders), [10 Year Anniversary](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/10-year-anniversary) ### [Hx Innovations Inc: Advancements for Athletes](https://horn.udel.edu/hx-innovations-inc-advancements-for-athletes) To make progress and be successful, a plan is always the best course of action. Planning can provide structure, efficiency, clarity, and a plethora of other things that can be beneficial in all facets in life. More specifically, athletes, trainers, and coaches can make some real headway with a clear course of action to improve physicality, win games, and break records. This is where movement analytics comes in to provide valuable detailed information that can be used to ensure athletes achieve peak health, safety and performance. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/hx-innovations-inc-advancements-for-athletes) by [Yashlee Francois](https://horn.udel.edu/author/yashlee-francois) • February 20, 2023 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [careers](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/careers), [alumni](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/alumni), [startups](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/startups), [women entrepreneurs](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/women-entrepreneurs), [leadership](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/leadership) ### [Horn Welcomes Duygu Phillips](https://horn.udel.edu/horn-welcomes-duygu-phillips) Horn Entrepreneurship is happy to announce that we recently welcomed a new faculty member to the community, Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship Duygu Phillips. Phillips joins us from Oklahoma State University, where she worked as a postdoctoral researcher after earning her Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship to complement a master’s degree in marketing from the University of Birmingham(UK) and undergraduate degrees from Galatasaray University in communications as well as advertising and public relations.  [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/horn-welcomes-duygu-phillips) by [Ryan Sigmund](https://horn.udel.edu/author/ryan-sigmund) • February 13, 2023 Topics: [community](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/community), [women entrepreneurs](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/women-entrepreneurs), [educators](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/educators) ### [Cheer On FunkkOFF! As They Pitch On ABC's Shark Tank!](https://horn.udel.edu/cheer-on-funkkoff-as-they-pitch-on-abcs-shark-tank) University of Delaware Class of ‘94 alumna [Joelle Flynn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelleflynn/) will appear on Shark Tank Feb. 17 to pitch a product designed by her company [FunkkOFF!](https://funkkoff.com/) with Co-Founder and Co-CEO Sonia Hounsell. FunkkOFF!, a winner of UD’s [Blue Hen 17 & 43 Award](https://horn.udel.edu/39-blue-hen-led-businesses-honored-with-2022-blue-hen-1743-awards) in 2021 and 2022, has disrupted the $34B oral care industry with their innovative dental beauty accessory FunkkOFF! TeethRefreshers, the only multi-use, all-in-one, oral care solution that fits in the palm of your hand.  [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/cheer-on-funkkoff-as-they-pitch-on-abcs-shark-tank) by [Ryan Sigmund](https://horn.udel.edu/author/ryan-sigmund) • February 08, 2023 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [community](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/community), [alumni](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/alumni), [events](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/events), [pitching](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/pitching), [women entrepreneurs](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/women-entrepreneurs), [innovation](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/innovation) ### [Horn After 10: Maya Nazareth](https://horn.udel.edu/horn-after-10-maya-nazareth) This article is part of a series celebrating the 10th anniversary of Horn Entrepreneurship by highlighting alumni, their stories and accomplishments. The origin story of Alchemize Fightwear involves a rebellion against hot pink and purple, a statement against male thinking and a push to empower women. The company, founded by Maya Nazareth when she was a 19-year-old University of Delaware student, has been profitable since Day 1. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/horn-after-10-maya-nazareth) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • January 31, 2023 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [careers](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/careers), [success stories](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/success-stories), [alumni](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/alumni), [startups](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/startups), [innovation](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/innovation), [10 Year Anniversary](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/10-year-anniversary) ### [Summer Founders Accepting Early Admission Applications](https://horn.udel.edu/summer-founders-accepting-early-admission-applications) This summer be your own boss, receive a grant and work on your startup with other like-minded student entrepreneurs in Horn Entrepreneurship's Summer Founders Pre-Accelerator. Over three months, students can get help from experienced entrepreneurs and investors, obtain a place to work 24/7, and learn more about evidence-based entrepreneurship (and if you want it, earn 3 credits doing so). All of this without being encumbered by all that takes place during the school year. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/summer-founders-accepting-early-admission-applications) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • January 24, 2023 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [community](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/community), [students](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/students), [startups](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/startups), [Summer Founders](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/summer-founders), [pre-accelerator](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/pre-accelerator) ### [November Horn Hen of the Month: Emilie Jane Delaye](https://horn.udel.edu/november-horn-hen-of-the-month-emilie-jane-delaye-1) The Horn Hen of the month article series is a brand new series dedicated to highlighting Horn students that are inspiring others and impacting their community. One nominated Horn student will be chosen each month and a written feature will document their hard work and progress as they go through their time at Horn.  [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/november-horn-hen-of-the-month-emilie-jane-delaye-1) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • January 19, 2023 Topics: [awards](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/awards), [community](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/community), [students](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/students) ### [WE Hatch Honor Circle Nomination Deadline Approaching](https://horn.udel.edu/we-hatch-honor-circle-nomination-deadline-approaching) The deadline to submit a nomination for the WE Hatch Honor Circle is approaching. Help us recognize impactful women who have made waves in their communities and beyond and will help us continue to build an inclusive and progressive business environment. Submit a nomination by January 24 and highlight an innovative woman role model in your life! [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/we-hatch-honor-circle-nomination-deadline-approaching) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • January 17, 2023 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [awards](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/awards), [community](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/community), [opportunities](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/opportunities), [women entrepreneurs](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/women-entrepreneurs), [leadership](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/leadership) ### [ReTeen: Living and Learning for Retirees](https://horn.udel.edu/reteen-living-and-learning-for-retirees) The time of year all students look forward to, summer break. A time to relax, sleep in and hang out with friends. With three months off, kids can find themselves not doing much other than sitting around and staring at screens at all times in this day and age. That's where activities such as summer reading, camps, and sports programs come into play. These activities give young people something productive and healthy to do, whether it is something to keep the mind stimulated or something to keep them social and active. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/reteen-living-and-learning-for-retirees) by [Yashlee Francois](https://horn.udel.edu/author/yashlee-francois) • January 11, 2023 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [startups](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/startups), [VentureOn](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/ventureon) ### [Horn After 10: Farhad Baqi](https://horn.udel.edu/horn-after-10-farhad-baqi) This article is part of a series celebrating the 10th anniversary of Horn Entrepreneurship by highlighting alumni, their stories and accomplishments. The first big innovation that [Blue Hen Dental](https://bluehendental.com/)co-founder Farhad Baqi orchestrated for the Smyrna, Delaware, dental practice was a device called the Curing Cube, which sped up the time to harden the resins and dental composites used in making impressions from as much 15 minutes to as little as 10 seconds. 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