Stories

New Venture Lab (NVL) is a hands-on consulting program that pairs Gonzaga University students with local entrepreneurs to tackle real-world business challenges. Through NVL, students gain practical experience while entrepreneurs receive fresh perspectives, tailored solutions, and actionable plans to help grow their businesses. 

Each project is guided by experienced student leaders and business advisors.  It focuses on creating tangible results that clients can implement to improve operations, marketing, branding, or customer engagement.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur seeking insights for business growth or a Gonzaga student eager for professional experience, NVL provides an immersive and collaborative environment. 

Articles here showcase success stories from both sides of the partnership, demonstrating the program’s unique impact. The New Venture Lab works best for entrepreneurs who are clear on their goals and ready to engage fully, as projects require mutual commitment for optimal outcomes. 

Explore these stories to see if NVL’s community-driven approach aligns with your vision for growth and learning.

Alicia Newman

Alicia Newman

New Venture Lab’s Impact on Alicia Newman’s Rebranding of The Union

Evan Moore

Evan Moore

Real Frequency Finds Success Through NVL’s Student Collaboration

Hannah Talbot

Hannah Talbot

Innovative NVL Solutions Fuel Anam Cara’s Growth and Community Engagement