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Finance × Tech × Entrepreneurship. Ship real products, learn by doing, and launch ventures with mentors, build sprints, dealroom labs, and partner projects.

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Dynasty Haven – Brand Foundations & AI-Ready Referral Strategy

Senior home care · Bloomington, IN

  • Objective: define a compelling brand identity, launch consistent core messaging, and prepare a targeted referral outreach strategy—while laying the groundwork for an AI-driven partner-matching system to identify and prioritize the most promising referral opportunities.
  • Focus: craft a brand core brief, messaging kit, and referral outreach playbook; redesign the website for accessibility and trust-building; integrate analytics to track engagement; plan for AI tools that will analyze local partner data, flag high-value connections, and suggest optimized follow-up sequences.
  • Outcome: a market-ready brand presence, community recognition, and a scalable outreach framework—positioning Dynasty Haven to grow its client base faster and smarter through both human-centered relationships and data-powered insights.
Brand Strategy AI-Enhanced Outreach Web Experience Community Engagement
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Premier Cabinet – Data Dashboard & Analytics

Custom cabinetry · Bloomington, IN

  • Objective: design and launch an internal analytics dashboard that consolidates scattered project, sales, and operations data into a single, real-time view.
  • Focus: integrate data from design software, invoices, and paper records; visualize key metrics (active projects, sales trends, conversion rates, profit margins, deadlines); establish a sustainable update workflow.
  • Outcome: centralized project dataset, live dashboard accessible via web backend, and a documented process for semi-automated updates—empowering the owner to track performance, spot trends, and make data-driven decisions without digging through files.
Business Intelligence Data Integration Operational Efficiency
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Fall 2025

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Enterprise

Work on scoped client problems and tech strategy.

Education

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is IDE and who is it for?

A hands-on finance × tech × entrepreneurship community at IU. Builders of all majors welcome.

How is IDE different from other tech clubs?

We ship. Short build sprints, mentor reviews, and real partners. Less theory, more product.

Does it cost money to join?

No dues to get started. Some events may require signups; we keep things student-friendly.

Can I collaborate on projects?

Yes—post ideas at kickoff, recruit teammates at social build nights, and join a sprint.

What resources are available?

Templates, starter repos, cloud credits, workshop decks, and a mentor directory.

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