Dave and Patsy Rommel Center for Entrepreneurship

The Dave and Patsy Rommel Center for Entrepreneurship is a hub of innovation and creativity located at 212 West Main Street in Salisbury, Maryland. Established in 2021, the center provides support and resources for aspiring entrepreneurs, including shared co-working space, "garages" for brainstorming sessions, and a "Makerspace" for hands-on projects.

The center is home to the Student Entrepreneurship Competitions, a multi-round competition that awards over $100,000 in cash, prizes, and services to student teams from all majors at Salisbury University. The top prize, the Bernstein Achievement Award for Excellence, now offers $20,000 to the winning team. Additionally, the center hosts the Shore Hatchery Business competition, open to Mid-Atlantic startups looking to secure a share of $200,000 annually.

With the assistance of ecosystem partners, the Rommel Center aims to mentor and launch successful businesses into the community. Students and entrepreneurs from the campus and surrounding region can collaborate and generate ideas in a supportive environment, fostering economic development and job creation. Whether it's developing a product or service, the opportunities at the Rommel Center are endless for those looking to turn their entrepreneurial ideas into reality.