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Encouraging the World to Follow.
The Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute (KS WELI) at The University of Texas at Austin will strengthen the next generation of courageous, creative leaders who will change the world — in business and beyond.
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Happy National Women’s Entrepreneurship Day! 🤘💛✨
Today, we’re spotlighting two inspiring founders who embody the spirit of innovation and leadership:
✨ Maggie Brown, CEO and founder of Recess Pickleball, who shared her journey as a featured panelist at our SHEspeaks event and recently welcomed the KS WELI Student Board to tour Recess Pickleball’s facilities.
✨ Sarah Kenny, author of Lead Like a Queen, whose insights have sparked meaningful conversations in the 2024 SHEreads Book Club and inspired students to lead with confidence and purpose.
Both Maggie and Sarah have also shared their stories on KS WELI`s Founding Fearless Podcast, offering valuable lessons and inspiration to aspiring entrepreneurs.
Join us in celebrating these remarkable women and all female entrepreneurs who are making a difference in Austin and beyond!
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow
Nov 19
Happy National Women’s Entrepreneurship Day! 🤘💛✨
Today, we’re spotlighting two inspiring founders who embody the spirit of innovation and leadership:
✨ Maggie Brown, CEO and founder of Recess Pickleball, who shared her journey as a featured panelist at our SHEspeaks event and recently welcomed the KS WELI Student Board to tour Recess Pickleball’s facilities.
✨ Sarah Kenny, author of Lead Like a Queen, whose insights have sparked meaningful conversations in the 2024 SHEreads Book Club and inspired students to lead with confidence and purpose.
Both Maggie and Sarah have also shared their stories on KS WELI`s Founding Fearless Podcast, offering valuable lessons and inspiration to aspiring entrepreneurs.
Join us in celebrating these remarkable women and all female entrepreneurs who are making a difference in Austin and beyond!
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow
A perfect blend of creativity, connection, and sustainability! The KS WELI Student Board and Alumni Board explored the art of eco-dyeing with Abbey Simpson, founder of Abbey Dyed. Using natural dyes from plants, they crafted unique, sustainable bandanas while learning how small actions can make a big impact. Huge thanks to Abbey for an unforgettable experience! 🤘💛✨
#KSWELIxUTAustin
#empoweringwomentolead
#encouragingtheworldtofollow
#thenextgeneration
Nov 16
A perfect blend of creativity, connection, and sustainability! The KS WELI Student Board and Alumni Board explored the art of eco-dyeing with Abbey Simpson, founder of Abbey Dyed. Using natural dyes from plants, they crafted unique, sustainable bandanas while learning how small actions can make a big impact. Huge thanks to Abbey for an unforgettable experience! 🤘💛✨
#KSWELIxUTAustin
#empoweringwomentolead
#encouragingtheworldtofollow
#thenextgeneration
Meet Sandeep Shah, KS WELI’s new Assistant Director 🤘
Sandeep will lead our incredible team at KS WELI to drive and scale our programming, deepening our impact for our University of Texas founders, funders, and operators.
Deeply rooted in the startup ecosystem, Sandeep brings a diverse background in Strategy, Product, Operations, and Early Stage Investments after spending time at Facebook (Pre-IPO), Citi, Patagonia, Detroit Ventures, Sway Ventures, and more.
Welcome & Hook `Em!
Nov 15
Meet Sandeep Shah, KS WELI’s new Assistant Director 🤘
Sandeep will lead our incredible team at KS WELI to drive and scale our programming, deepening our impact for our University of Texas founders, funders, and operators.
Deeply rooted in the startup ecosystem, Sandeep brings a diverse background in Strategy, Product, Operations, and Early Stage Investments after spending time at Facebook (Pre-IPO), Citi, Patagonia, Detroit Ventures, Sway Ventures, and more.
Welcome & Hook `Em!
If you can see HER, you can be HER! Let`s celebrate one of our November FoundHERs Marion Krueger founder of Early Bird Hard Lemonade! 🤘💛
Early Bird is committed to ensuring hangover-free indulgence, embodying a dedication to seamless enjoyment and responsible celebration.
#KSWELIxUTAustin #KSWELIxFoundHER #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow
Nov 15
If you can see HER, you can be HER! Let`s celebrate one of our November FoundHERs Marion Krueger founder of Early Bird Hard Lemonade! 🤘💛
Early Bird is committed to ensuring hangover-free indulgence, embodying a dedication to seamless enjoyment and responsible celebration.
#KSWELIxUTAustin #KSWELIxFoundHER #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow
Season 3, Episode 6 of the Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute Student Board Founding Fearless Podcast is live! In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Cassie Shankman (aka DJ Cassandra), a dynamic Austin-based DJ, composer, producer, sound curator, educator, and all-around creative entrepreneur. Cassie is well-versed in the art of sound, as she is the founder of Sounds by Cassandra, an audio agency offering a diverse range of services, including DJ performances, sound curation, and original music composition.
She is also the co-founder of Picardy, a web app designed to help users develop music theory skills. Cassie`s passion for music has taken her to amazing places, and in this episode, she shares her journey, her entrepreneurial insights, and her advice for young creatives looking to tune into this industry. ! 💛🤘✨
Listen to Cassie Shankman’s episode now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!🎙️
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow #KSWELIfoundingfearlesspodcast @kswelinstitute
Nov 14
Season 3, Episode 6 of the Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute Student Board Founding Fearless Podcast is live! In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Cassie Shankman (aka DJ Cassandra), a dynamic Austin-based DJ, composer, producer, sound curator, educator, and all-around creative entrepreneur. Cassie is well-versed in the art of sound, as she is the founder of Sounds by Cassandra, an audio agency offering a diverse range of services, including DJ performances, sound curation, and original music composition.
She is also the co-founder of Picardy, a web app designed to help users develop music theory skills. Cassie`s passion for music has taken her to amazing places, and in this episode, she shares her journey, her entrepreneurial insights, and her advice for young creatives looking to tune into this industry. ! 💛🤘✨
Listen to Cassie Shankman’s episode now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!🎙️
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow #KSWELIfoundingfearlesspodcast @kswelinstitute
If you can see HER, you can be HER! Let’s celebrate one some our November FoundHERs Isha Taneja, Ahmad Hadidi, Hannah Chu, Nikhil Hakeem, and Satvik Mahendra, founders of Hydraid! 🤘💛
Hydraid is dedicated to revolutionizing hydration tracking by providing innovative solutions that seamlessly integrate into your daily life. Through our user-friendly app, developed with the latest software tools, we empower individuals to take control of their hydration habits and achieve optimal wellness. At Hydraid, our mission is to inspire healthier lifestyles and foster a community where hydration is prioritized and celebrated.
#KSWELIxUTAustin #KSWELIxFoundHER #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow
Nov 13
If you can see HER, you can be HER! Let’s celebrate one some our November FoundHERs Isha Taneja, Ahmad Hadidi, Hannah Chu, Nikhil Hakeem, and Satvik Mahendra, founders of Hydraid! 🤘💛
Hydraid is dedicated to revolutionizing hydration tracking by providing innovative solutions that seamlessly integrate into your daily life. Through our user-friendly app, developed with the latest software tools, we empower individuals to take control of their hydration habits and achieve optimal wellness. At Hydraid, our mission is to inspire healthier lifestyles and foster a community where hydration is prioritized and celebrated.
#KSWELIxUTAustin #KSWELIxFoundHER #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow
If you can see HER, you can be HER! Let`s celebrate one of our November FoundHERs Sarah Dooley founder of AI-Empowered Mom! 🤘💛
The mission of AI-Empowered Mom is to provide women with simple, straightforward guidance on leveraging generative AI to optimize their time through consulting, coaching, and genAI resources.
#KSWELIxUTAustin #KSWELIxFoundHER #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow
Nov 8
If you can see HER, you can be HER! Let`s celebrate one of our November FoundHERs Sarah Dooley founder of AI-Empowered Mom! 🤘💛
The mission of AI-Empowered Mom is to provide women with simple, straightforward guidance on leveraging generative AI to optimize their time through consulting, coaching, and genAI resources.
#KSWELIxUTAustin #KSWELIxFoundHER #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow
If you can see HER, you can be HER! Let`s celebrate one of our November FoundHERs Ankitha Gantasala founder of Painted Hope! 🤘💛
The mission of Painted Hope is to empower rare disease foundations by amplifying their stories through a storytelling podcast and generating crucial funds through dedicated artwork sales, ensuring 100% of proceeds directly benefit each foundation while simultaneously fostering our love for art to make a meaningful impact.
#KSWELIxUTAustin #KSWELIxFoundHER #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow
Nov 7
If you can see HER, you can be HER! Let`s celebrate one of our November FoundHERs Ankitha Gantasala founder of Painted Hope! 🤘💛
The mission of Painted Hope is to empower rare disease foundations by amplifying their stories through a storytelling podcast and generating crucial funds through dedicated artwork sales, ensuring 100% of proceeds directly benefit each foundation while simultaneously fostering our love for art to make a meaningful impact.
#KSWELIxUTAustin #KSWELIxFoundHER #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow
