Imagine DSM Entreprenurial Academy

The ImagineDSM™ Entrepreneurship Program, in collaboration with FuseDSM and Bookpress Publishing,

is designed to address the challenges faced by entrepreneurs and small business managers. From idea development to financial management, each session is carefully crafted to provide actionable insights that can be applied immediately to your business.

Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting your business journey, ImagineDSM™ can reignite your passion, inspire innovation, and equip you with practical tools for long-term success.

Stay tuned for the next cohort opening announcement!
Imagine DSM 2024 Cohort
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Meet ImagineDSM Facilitator Dr. Anthony Paustian, PHD

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Following his Air Force career in fighter aircraft and the building of national brands for companies like Rockwell Avionics and Miller Brewing, Dr. Anthony Paustian created a technology-focused college campus that was named one of the nation’s most innovative organizations. The campus has received national media attention for its groundbreaking initiatives, ranging from advances in educational delivery systems to its inspiring Celebrate Innovation Live! (ciLive!) event.

Dr. Paustian has authored four books including A Quarter Million Steps, which won seven international and national literary awards for best book in the areas of leadership, motivation, and success. He’s an author success coach with Bookpress Publishing, a regular contributor for Ad Astra (the magazine of the National Space Society), and serves as the society’s Vice President of Marketing. Dr. Paustian holds graduate degrees in business administration and design management, as well as a doctorate degree in educational psychology.

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ImagineDSM Alumni

Tricia Rivas | Trixies Salon & Spa (Website)
Ed Kirkman
Ed Kirkman | ChaCha’s Hiland Bakery
(Website)
Kris Howard
Kris Howard | KSH Design Studio LLC (Website)
Cassie Sampson
Cassie Sampson | East Village Spa
(Website)
Jason Fredregill
Jason Fredregill | Apexx Creative
(Website)
Jon Shawda
Jon Shawda | Systems Management & Balancing, Inc.
(Website)
Phil Fisher
Phil Fisher Nexus 6
(Website)
Mandi Borst
Mandi Borst Five Miles North Marketing
(Website)
Kara Kelso
Kara Kelso The Slow Down Coffee Co
(Website)
Deep Paudel
Deep Paudel Mayalu Coffee
(Website)
Tina Smothers
Tina Smothers Integrated Asset Management LLC
(Website)
Joey Higgins
Joey Higgins Decoding HR LLC
(Website)
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