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WT Enterprise Center
United States

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Adam Jiwa

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I serve as the Marketing Manager and Business Coach at the WT Enterprise Center, a department of the Paul and Virginia Engler College of Business at West Texas A&M University. With more than 25 years of experience in marketing, advertising, journalism and business development, I support entrepreneurs through coaching and strategic marketing initiatives that help small businesses start, grow and succeed in the Texas Panhandle. I am passionate about equipping founders with the tools they need to reach their goals, providing guidance in branding, communications and leadership development. I believe in building strong entrepreneurial ecosystems and have mentored students, entrepreneurs and emerging leaders, helping them turn their vision into clear action plans that strengthen our communities.

Marketing Director, Award Winning Website Designer, Ambivert, Intermediate Disc Golf Player, Grad Student

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Mentoring Experience
I have more than 25 years of mentoring experience across marketing, journalism and business development. As Marketing Manager and Coach at the WT Enterprise Center, I mentor entrepreneurs, small business owners and student interns, guiding them in marketing strategy, leadership and goal setting. I also served as vice chair for the WTAMU Fine Arts and Humanities Advisory Board, mentoring new board members on effective committee work. Previously, I coached and managed teams in newsroom and restaurant environments, helping team members grow in communication, organization and problem-solving. I focus on listening first, providing clear guidance and empowering others to reach their goals.
Preferred Company Stage
Idea Stage
Areas of Professional Experience
Customer Service / Customer Success
Data / Analytics
Executive Development / Leadership
Marketing / Digital Marketing
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Public Relations / Communications
Purchasing / Procurement
Strategy
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Peferred Speaking Topics
Entrepreneurship Education
Social Entrepreneurship
Open to Inquiries without Stipend or Honoraria
Yes
Open to Inquiries without Speaker Travel Coverage
Yes

Submitted Events

United States | November 21, 2025
Harvesting Success
United States | November 20, 2025
Coffee with the Chamber
United States | November 19, 2025
Today's Company Culture
United States | November 18, 2025
Supper Club: Personal Branding – Memorable for the Right Reasons
United States | November 18, 2025
Your Brand Online: From Strategy to Website Development
United States | November 17, 2025
AI for the Everyday Entrepreneur
The "Harvesting Success" event marks the end of Global Entrepreneurship Week, highlighting the achievements of local entrepreneurs through an awards ceremony from our GEW pitch competition from earlier in the week. This celebration is essential for local entrepreneurs as it recognizes their hard work and creates a sense of community pride in their accomplishments. Local producers will reach new customers during the vendor fair. Additionally, the lively atmosphere encourages networking and collaboration amon
United States | November 22, 2024
Harvesting Success
Ai doesn't just help with idea generation, it can also help entrepreneurs make smarter decisions by analyzing data. This event will show how AI can assist with recognizing business opportunities, predicting trends, and finding solutions to problems. Coming up with fresh, innovative ideas can be tough, especially in a competitive market. This event will show entrepreneurs how to use AI tools to help their creative thinking and come up with new business ideas. By learning how AI can help the early stages of b
United States | November 21, 2024
Unlocking AI for Your Side Hustle: From Idea to Income (Presented by Logan Higuera of Open Ocean)
The GOTEXAN program helps businesses reach new markets and attract customers who are passionate about supporting Texas made products. Entrepreneurs will learn how to use the GOTEXAN brand to boost their visibility and increase sales. The panel discussion will help entrepreneurs understand how to tap into these resources, whether they're looking to expand their market reach, build brand recognition, or simply grow their business.
United States | November 21, 2024
Expand with GO TEXAN
Many business owners might feel unsure about how to use AI tools to their advantage. This event will break down the basics and show them how to use AI more effectively. By learning to craft better prompts, they'll be able to get more accurate and helpful answers from AI, which can improve their business operations and decision-making. AI is already changing how many industries operate, and knowing how to work with AI tools will be key to staying competitive. Local businesses will be able to stay ahead and s
United States | November 20, 2024
Crafting Effective Prompts for ChatGPT and Beyond

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