DPN Member and Cornish businessman Duncan Cook has returned from an intensive two-week study programme at a top American university after being identified as one of the UK’s most promising entrepreneurs.<br /> <br /> Duncan, from Hayle, is the founder and Managing Director of Homedianet, a company which specialises in the design and installation of multi-room audio, video, lighting and home automation systems for new build and property renovations.<br /> <br /> Just 20 entrepreneurs from the UK were selected to receive a scholarship for the course at the Babson College near Boston. The college is known as one of the world’s top business schools and has an international reputation for training business leaders of the future.<br /> <br /> The course was provided to 32-year-old Duncan under a scheme known as the New Entrepreneur Transatlantic Scholarship (NETS). It followed a tough nation-wide competition which culminated in a two-day selection event involving in-depth interviews, business presentations and practical demonstrations.<br /> <br /> Duncan commented: “The course was led by some of the most successful serial entrepreneurs in the United States who were hugely inspiring and passionate. Being given the chance to study at the Babson College is not just about helping me succeed. It’s also about creating employment, opportunities and training in the South West and adopting some American business techniques to help the business grow.”<br /> <br /> Young Enterprise Cornwall has now asked Duncan to join its Board so he can share his US experiences with other budding entrepreneurs in the county. <br /> <br />