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Name:
Dyer Center for Innovation + Entrepreneurship
Phone:
6103303091
Email:
dyercenter@lafayette.edu
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When:
Thursday, October 9, 2025 - 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Where:
TBD
Price:
Free
You are invited for an evening of insights and inspiration at our exclusive dinner series featuring founding entrepreneurs. Join us as they share their unique story of how they got started.
Register Today
October 9
Ashley Russo, CEO/Founder
Ashley Russo is a seven-time Emmy® award-winning media executive and president of ASR Media, producer of Fig Lehigh Valley, a platform celebrating local businesses and nonprofits. She is also CEO of Magnaplate, a leading manufacturer of engineered coating solutions. A recognized leader in business and philanthropy, Ashley serves on numerous nonprofit and industry boards and is frequently honored for her impact across media, manufacturing, and community development.
November 12
Michael Planer, Paul Hodges, and Chris Clark
Soltech started with a mission to make indoor farming sustainable. But when the houseplant craze took off, they pivoted—creating the Aspect, a sleek LED grow light that blends design and function. It’s a story of bold ideas, smart pivots, and building something people didn’t know they needed. Come hear how the founders of Soltech turned a shift in the market into a breakout brand.
Sponsored by:
The Dyer Center for Innovation + Entrepreneurship