How I built this: Real Entrepreneurs, Real Stories Entrepreneur Panel

How I Built This entrepreneur panel at Coppin State University, November 17, 2026, from 10 AM to noon. Featuring Brandon J. Hurst, Susan Clayton, and Kelly Perkins, moderated by Jaden Gross. Register at coppingew.com.

 How I Built This: Real Stories from Entrepreneurs

Every business has a story behind it. Join Coppin State University’s Center for Strategic Entrepreneurship for an engaging conversation about turning ideas into businesses, navigating setbacks, and building for growth. Our panelists will share the decisions, experiences, and lessons that shaped their entrepreneurial journeys, offering practical insights for students, aspiring founders, and community members.

Meet the Panelists

Brandon J. Hurst
Chick-fil-A Franchise Owner/Operator and Founder of Birth of a Dream Ventures.

Susan Clayton
Founder and Inventor of WhitePaws RunMitts.

Kelly Perkins
Founder of KMP Nails, Maryland Licensed Cosmetologist, and Nail Professional and Educator.

Moderator: Jaden Gross
Junior Marketing major and Center for Strategic Entrepreneurship 2026–2027 Intern.

Tuesday, November 17, 2026 | 10 AM to 12 PM
Coppin State University

Presented as part of Built Different: The HBCU Founder Experience, our Global Entrepreneurship Week celebration.

Register at coppingew.com.