Turner School of Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Bradley University’s Turner School of Entrepreneurship and Innovation is a national leader in Entrepreneurial education. Thanks to the support and generosity from Robert and Carolyn Turner, the Turner School of Entrepreneurship and Innovation is continually shaping the minds of Bradley University students and molding them into tomorrow’s leaders in enterprise. Whether you currently own a business, hope to someday start a venture, have a desire to turn your ideas into opportunities, or plan to acquire entrepreneurial skills applicable to a large firm environment, the Turner School of Entrepreneurship and Innovation has a place for you.

Robert and Carolyn Turner

Robert and Carolyn Turner, the donors who endowed the Turner School

Mission Statement


The mission of the school is to nurture students' entrepreneurial actions, innovation, creativity, and cross disciplinary learning. Our graduates will take their place in society as innovators, providing solutions to complex, global, and fast changing challenges. Students will be prepared to seek out and recognize untapped opportunities in their fields. Networking is a critical part of this process. We help link our students to key contacts in the entrepreneurial community locally, throughout the Midwest and nationally.