Through entrepreneurial projects, students become proficient in dealing with computer software including word processing, graphics, spreadsheets, databases, and web design, and understand how these computer skills relate to creating and running a successful business. Students also learn communication skills and other interpersonal skills required by today's job market. The culmination of the year long course is a Business Expo in the Spring, where students will be able to present their business ideas to local bankers and venture fund managers. The Center offers free computer and Internet access to the public from 9 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday. In addition to 7 IBM compatible PCs, there is a G3 Macintosh, laser printer, color printer, graphics software, fax machine, and copier.
Computer training is available at low cost, with workshops scheduled monthly.
With our lab, technical assistance, and training classes, small business owners can learn how to use technology to become more profitable. ACEnet staff can show business owners how to work with spreadsheets, track inventory, access e-mail, create product forms and labels, establish an online network with clients and distributors, market and sell products via the Internet, and much more. Top of Page Technology Ventures Business Assistance ACEnet, in conjunction with Ohio University's Voinovich Center for Leadership and Public Affairs and Ohio University's Innovation Center , is developing a strategy to expand the technology in the region. This process will include linkage and referral to technology experts in the area who may help provide Internet and ecommerce services, technical assistance to start-up and expand technology businesses, as well as provide access to capital via the ACEnet Ventures Fund . Look for more information regarding this partnership in the fall, and bookmark this site for future visits.