Fuel the Hustle

Harcum College invites students, aspiring entrepreneurs, and community members to Fuel the Hustle: Exploring Entrepreneurship, an engaging panel discussion designed to spotlight the mindset, strategies, challenges, and successes behind building a business.

The event will take place on Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 1:30 to 4:00 p.m. at the Charles H. Trout Library on Harcum College’s campus, located at 750 Montgomery Avenue, Bryn Mawr, PA.

Fuel the Hustle brings together local business leaders and entrepreneurs who have turned passion into purpose. Through candid conversation and real-world insight, panelists will share how they
navigated pivotal moments, overcame setbacks, and built sustainable ventures—offering students and attendees a roadmap for preparing now for an entrepreneurial future.

Featured panelists include:

Angela Edmunds Blue, Owner, Sarai Style & Showroom 77

Cate Heaman, CEO, Prelude Solutions

Drew McKay ‘17, Owner, Miss Drew’s Doggy Daycare

Matt Nam, COO, Venture Café Philadelphia & Win Win Coffee

The discussion will explore:

• Developing an entrepreneurial mindset and the habits that fuel success
• Identifying the “aha” moment that sparks the leap into entrepreneurship
• How colleges can better prepare future business owners
• The role of branding and personal identity in business growth
• Leveraging support networks, mentorship, and community resources
• Learning from failure, pivoting strategically, and building resilience

“This event is about demystifying entrepreneurship,” said Rhonda Gaines, Director of Career & Transfer Services and event coordinator. “We want students to understand that successful business
owners are made—not born—and that preparation, adaptability, and support play a critical role.”

The event is free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to register in advance to receive event updates and reminders.