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The C. Dean Metropoulos Institute for Technology and Entrepreneurship

Leading the Future of Tech-Driven Entrepreneurship

The C. Dean Metropoulos Institute for Technology and Entrepreneurship represents Babson's bold commitment to integrating technological advancements with entrepreneurial education.

The C. Dean Metropoulos Institute for Technology and Entrepreneurship represents Babson's bold commitment to integrating technological advancements with entrepreneurial education. Through AI and data-driven innovation, Babson prepares students to transform industries. The Institute improves tech literacy across the student body, faculty, staff, and supports tech-enabled lifelong learning for alumni and executive education participants. It also serves as a think tank exploring technology entrepreneurship, new societal developments, and risk reduction strategies.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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C. Dean Metropoulos

The C. Dean Metropoulos Institute for Technology and Entrepreneurship has been made possible by a generous gift from C. Dean Metropoulos ’67, MBA’68, a renowned entrepreneur known for reviving iconic consumer brands. Metropoulos’ vision for the Institute centers on preparing future leaders to harness the power of technology and AI in entrepreneurial ventures while addressing global challenges like sustainability and inequality. His passion for innovation and responsible leadership will guide the Institute’s mission to explore the role of technology in shaping industries, improving lives, and solving critical issues facing society today.

“I am very proud to be part of Babson’s exciting new initiatives in this incredible frontier of technology and AI. The past century has ushered in unprecedented scientific discoveries and innovation impacting humanity and our planet. It is very clear that these technologies are accelerating at a speed never before experienced.”

– C. Dean Metropoulos ’67, MBA’68