Being an Entreprenologist means starting and running a business, which can include developing a new product or service, creating a new company, or taking over an existing one with the goal of making a profit. Entreprenologist are known for their ability to identify opportunities and take calculated risks to turn those opportunities into successful ventures. They are often considered self-motivated, creative and innovative problem-solvers who are not afraid of taking bold actions. Entreprenology also includes being able to think and act strategically, manage resources and people effectively, and make decisions quickly in a constantly changing environment. It also involves being able to adapt to new challenges, be resilient and handle the stress that comes with being a business owner. An Entreprenologist is a person who creates and runs a new business venture, assuming all the risk and reward of the endeavor. They are innovators, taking on new challenges, they are creative and they are willing to take risks. An Entreprenologist is someone who is not afraid of failure, they learn from their failures and they keep moving forward. #Entreprenology #Entreprenologists #inspirational

Aya has been involved in the stock market, start-up and tech scenes early in life, and has worked in Silicon Valley, Madrid and Hamburg. She is now the managing partner of her startup CoDesign Factory, and helps large companies to become more digital. In her talk Aya Jaff shares the question she asks herself every day to generate business ideas and impact: "What pissed you off today? And what can you create to not be pissed off again tomorrow?"

In this talk, Bill Roche shares stories of students that have created their own real business ventures with PowerPlay Young Entrepreneurs. He illustrates the power of enabling students to take charge of their learning with freedom to make mistakes, and challenging them to actively develop entrepreneurial skills. Bill also showcases the achievements of specific students and shares how a transformative experience for one student has been a source of inspiration for him over the years. Bill Roche specializes in designing curriculum-based resource packages related to entrepreneurship, financial literacy and social responsibility. Bill worked directly in Langley classrooms for over ten years and now supports teachers throughout the country in creating real-world learning experiences for their students. Over 40,000 students have participated in his PowerPlay Young Entrepreneurs program. The program’s impact has been captured in a documentary scheduled for release early in 2018. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community.