--- title: Stories and Updates | Horn Entrepreneurship | entrepreneurship (15) description: entrepreneurship | Stories, news and updates from Horn Entrepreneurship, the creative engine of University of Delaware (15) --- [![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) ### [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) ### [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) ### [Progress, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship: Hen Hatch’s Final Round](https://horn.udel.edu/progress-innovation-and-entrepreneurship-hen-hatchs-final-round) Hen Hatch, Horn Entrepreneurship’s premier startup funding competition, has finally come to a close after the third and final round was held on Thursday, Dec. 1 at The Tower Audion at UD’s STAR Campus. The final round marks the culmination of a months-long competition, with many of our teams having worked for years on their startups. The six teams that moved on from the semifinal round showcased their most persuasive pitches for the event, each vying for 1st place spot in their respective tracks and the prizes that come with it.  [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/progress-innovation-and-entrepreneurship-hen-hatchs-final-round) by [Ryan Sigmund](https://horn.udel.edu/author/ryan-sigmund) • December 09, 2022 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [competition](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/competition), [startups](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/startups), [innovation](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/innovation), [Hen Hatch](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/hen-hatch) ### [VentureOn Hits Record High for Student Teams](https://horn.udel.edu/ventureon-hits-record-high-for-student-teams) VentureOn is a semester-long application-based program that offers students a chance to validate a problem and build a viable solution in resolving a chosen area of personal interest. Ventures range from social, to business, to product ideas. This semester we had a significant uptick in applicants, with a total of 54 students applying as 48 teams, up from 29 teams in Spring 2022. These 54 students represent six colleges and 23 college departments or areas of study, bringing together a diverse group of graduate and undergraduate students to form a rich network of sharing. The teams will gather at the Venture Development Center, which acts as the hub for Horn Entrepreneurship activities including VentureOn. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/ventureon-hits-record-high-for-student-teams) by [Ryan Sigmund](https://horn.udel.edu/author/ryan-sigmund) • November 10, 2022 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [community](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/community), [students](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/students), [VentureOn](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/ventureon) ### [From Horn to Beyond! Lilly Checkoff and Her Life as a Horn Graduate](https://horn.udel.edu/from-horn-to-beyond-lilly-checkoff-and-her-life-as-a-horn-graduate) University of Delaware 2022 graduate and former Horn Ambassador Lilly Checkoff began her start in entrepreneurship at a very young age. With her non-profit *Tools For School,* she provided thousands of backpacks and school supplies for underprivileged children. This non-profit guided and inspired her to surround herself with all things business once accepted as a University of Delaware freshman. Through her time at UD, she became heavily involved with Horn's different programs and excelled as a responsible student of entrepreneurial leadership. Now, as a 2022 graduate, Lilly aims to make the world her own and use her background in entrepreneurship to guide her.  [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/from-horn-to-beyond-lilly-checkoff-and-her-life-as-a-horn-graduate) by [Kaylin Atkinson](https://horn.udel.edu/author/kaylin-atkinson) • November 01, 2022 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [careers](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/careers), [alumni](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/alumni) ### [39 Blue Hen-led Businesses Honored with 2022 Blue Hen 17&43 Awards](https://horn.udel.edu/39-blue-hen-led-businesses-honored-with-2022-blue-hen-1743-awards) Horn Entrepreneurship and the Lerner College of Business and Economics are pleased to announce the 2022 Blue Hen 17&43 award winners, an impressive group of Blue Hen-led enterprises. Utilizing a holistic approach to select the recipients, factoring in revenue, growth, innovation and social impact, the businesses span industries from SaS platforms, Consumer Packaged Goods, Financial Services, Bio-Medical Technology as well as others.  [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/39-blue-hen-led-businesses-honored-with-2022-blue-hen-1743-awards) by [Laurie Prysock](https://horn.udel.edu/author/laurie-prysock) • September 13, 2022 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [alumni](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/alumni), [innovation](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/innovation), [leadership](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/leadership) ### [Maximize Your Experience This Fall](https://horn.udel.edu/maximize-your-experience-this-fall) Horn Entrepreneurship offers many opportunities for you to make the most of your tuition! Its home, the Venture Development Center (VDC), is open to anyone at UD. Whether you have an idea or not, you can participate, network, be inspired and learn. 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