"I always like talking to entrepreneurs, seeing how they started up their businesses," Lindahl said.
As a first-time event, the fair was quite successful. Eighteen startups originally signed up and only three could not attend. Lindahl estimated about 100 individuals showed up through the day. The startups included: Green T's, an organic T-shirt company; The Smart Eagles, a textbook-trading Web site; Socialite Studies, a Web development company; Anaptyx, a community wireless installation company; Uzook, a Web site designed for students to share information about their study-abroad experiences; MAP Boston, a calendar "that highlights hip, funky, non-touristy locations in Boston"; Gracie J's Boutique, a mobile boutique that carries women's clothing and accessories; Urban AdvenTours, a bike-tour company that explores Boston; and Net-Nef Bathrobes, which sells bathrobes from Greece.
Admittedly, Lindahl was worried prior to the event, fearing attendance would be low.
"Entrepreneurship isn't that big at BC," he said. "It's kind of weak, I hate to say it."
As to whether the school's curriculum is responsible for this, Lindahl wasn't sure. There are few courses in the CSOM catalogue that cater to the needs of aspiring entrepreneurs.
"There's a real lack of classes at BC [dedicated to entrepreneurship], which I've been disappointed in. Entrepreneurial skills are really important. They foster a sense of creativity and innovation."
Most classes in CSOM are the exact opposite. One is forced to adhere to strict guidelines. In this respect, entrepreneurship is a more artistic approach to the business world. Nonetheless, Lindahl senses that entrepreneurship is growing, especially due to the efforts of students such as Scott Bradley and those behind the BCVC.
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