John F. Wood Centre
The John F. Wood Centre is a non-academic unit within the Lang School of Business and Economics at the University of Guelph. Our mission is to provide transformational learning experiences through entrepreneurial thinking. It is through this mission that we empower a new generation of business leaders committed to community engagement and a sustainable future. Entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, sustainable business practices, community partnership, social responsibility, and prosperity remain the foundational mainstays at the John F. Wood Centre as we continue to evolve.
Simply put – we help bring ideas to life!
- 175+ Companies
- Launched through our Hub Incubator
- 250+ Student Entrepreneurs
- Supported with funding, office space and mentorship
- Innovative MakerSpace
- Technology, equipment and resources to support student innovation
- Supporting U of G student's ideas
- Through our innovative and cutting edge progamming
John F. Wood
In 2018, the University of Guelph’s Centre for Business and Student Enterprise received a groundbreaking, $7-million gift from John F. Wood, allowing the University to play a leading role in developing a new generation of business leaders focused on entrepreneurship and innovation.
John F. Wood was president and chief executive officer of W.C. Wood Co. Ltd., which was among North America’s largest appliance manufacturers.
The growth of the Wood Centre has been dominated by the creation and advancement of innovative programming. With dedicated positions and tremendous buy-in from students, faculty, and the community, we are demonstrating a critical path to a better, more balanced life.
The guiding principles behind the Wood Centre continue to blend harmoniously with the University of Guelph mission. We are honoured by the good name of John F. Wood.
A successful entrepreneur is one who persists, perseveres, and pays meticulous attention to detail
~ John F. Wood