LaunchNet Kent State
Stopping the Spiral with Zone Performance
Student athletes are hard workers. Between classes, practice and games, the pressure to succeed in multiple areas of their lives is constant.
Stephanie Frusteri, Founder and CEO of Zone Performance, wanted to address this problem before it affected athletes on the field.
“Everyone addresses the crisis,” said Frusteri, “but … what happens in those seconds before? There wasn’t anything for those moments, and at the end of the day, before a student is on the verge of breaking down or spiraling out of control, it’s those 10 to 90 seconds before that matters the most.”
The Intersection of Ideation, Innovation, and Incubation
A future in entrepreneurship may sound daunting to some, but at Kent State, students are prepared to start successful businesses with the help of LaunchNET.
The Marty Erbaugh i3 Lab, LaunchNET’s summer accelerator program, has been offered to students since 2022. Participants are paid to work on their business and are provided a collaborative experience with fellow student entrepreneurs.
Building Confidence, Credibility, and Careers: How Jason Zygadlo Turned Resilience into a Business
A cancer diagnosis in 2019 became the turning point. It was then Jason realized he wasn’t just meant to succeed within a system — he was meant to create something transformative. Today, Jason is the founder of Build Your Own Brand, a business focused on helping individuals and businesses build confidence, credibility, and unforgettable personal stories.
LaunchNET Supports: WagVitals
WagVitals helps dogs live longer, healthier lives through data and AI.
IN A FLASH: Enterprising Entrepreneurs
LaunchNET Kent State's Small Business Showcase events offer opportunities for student entrepreneurs to network, present their business concepts and sell their products.
IN A FLASH: Small Businesses Showcased!
All semester, student entrepreneurs look forward to the Spring Small Business Showcase, from LaunchNET Kent State.
Pitching
Business PitchA template to concisely and clearly pitch your business for longer presentations and elevator pitches.Personal PitchA template to share who you are as a person and the value you add. Could be used for interviews or networking. 
Success Was Written on the Skyline for Alumna Anne Johnson
Most college students start to worry about job interviews as their graduation day nears. But before Kent State University alumna Anne (Skoch) Johnson had even entered her senior year, her post-graduation employment plans were already mapped out.
IN A FLASH: Perfecting Their Pitches
LaunchNET Kent State hosts special events for student entrepreneurs to network, practice business pitches and share ideas with their peers.
IN A FLASH: Pitch and Ponder
The DI Hub hosted a unique showcase for Kent State's student entrepreneurs.