Innovation & Leadership
Strengthen your leadership, communication, and business skills through hands-on projects and entrepreneurial programming.
Center of Excellence
Turn Big Ideas into Lasting Impact
The Donald F. and Charlene K. Lamberti Center for Rural Entrepreneurship empowers students to develop innovative ideas, launch businesses, and strengthen rural communities through entrepreneurship, leadership, and experiential learning.
Entrepreneurship in Action
Where Ideas Become Reality
The Lamberti Center prepares students to solve challenges, create opportunities, and drive economic growth in rural communities through applied learning and entrepreneurial experiences.
Entrepreneurship in Action
Students in the Lamberti Center for Rural Entrepreneurship turn ideas into action through hands-on business development, competitions, mentorship, and real-world experiences.
National Recognition at e-Fest
In 2026, BVU was one of just 25 teams nationwide selected to compete at e-Fest. Student venture Fuller Radiance LLC earned the $10,000 Ready for Market Award, showcasing the strength of BVU entrepreneurship on a national stage.
Build Your Future
Community Impact
Work with businesses, organizations, and community partners to develop solutions that support economic growth and strengthen rural communities.
Entrepreneurial Mindset
Whether you're launching a business or leading within an organization, you'll graduate with the confidence to innovate, solve problems, and create meaningful change.
A New Home for Entrepreneurship
The Lamberti Center for Rural Entrepreneurship is expanding its impact with a new home in Grand Hall. Made possible by a $2 million gift, the enhanced space brings entrepreneurship directly to campus with coworking areas, conference rooms, and dedicated incubator and accelerator spaces where students can develop ideas, collaborate, and launch ventures.
Building Rural America
The Lamberti Center exists to help rural communities thrive by preparing the next generation of ethical business leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs who will shape the future of rural economies.
Start Building What's Next
Turn your ideas into action and prepare to lead innovation in business, entrepreneurship, and rural economic development.