Entrepreneur Beth Bostwick Discusses Her Passion for Purdue Innovates and Her Hopes for Boilermakers in Startup Culture

In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Beth Bostwick, serial entrepreneur and author.  As a prominent entrepreneur and mentor within Purdue Innovates, Beth (MS human resources ’89) provides passionate insights into the world of startups and details how young entrepreneurs can set themselves up for success. In this episode you will:  Get to know Beth’s personal story of persistence as she fought through her multiple sclerosis diagnosis while earning her master’s at Purdue.   Learn the importance of staying true to yourself and your “outside the box” ideas.  Discover how Beth realized she was better suited to start her own company, ReadyTouch, in Silicon Valley rather than continue working for a corporation.  Find out how a powerful thinking process has helped her overcome her biggest challenges, and how you can use it, too.  Learn more about the success of Purdue Innovates, and why Beth is focused on encouraging more young women to become entrepreneurs.  Whether you’re an entrepreneur wondering how you can further develop your startup or looking for a way to use your innovative spirit, don’t miss this episode full of advice and insights from this successful Boilermaker trailblazer. 

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This Is Purdue, the official podcast for Purdue University, highlights stories about Boilermakers from across all disciplines, who through research, innovation and determination, have persistently pursued their next giant leap. Hosted by Purdue University alum, Brian Lamb School of Communication graduate, and Indiana native Kate Young, This is Purdue aims to examine all of the incredible accomplishments of Boilermakers and their contributions to the world. Join us every other Thursday as we interview students, faculty, and alumni taking small steps toward their giant leaps, and inspiring others to do the same.