Empowering Women to Lead.
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.
No matter what you are studying, where you are in your entrepreneurial journey, or when you are graduating—we believe that everyone has a place at KS WELI. Learn more about where you can find your fit!
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You`re invited to our last FoundHER panel of the semester, Posting to Profit: Growing Your Brand on Social Media! Join us on Wednesday, November 13th to hear from the founders of Love, Laci, Dulce Custom Cakes, Astra Shop21, and Christy Zhuang Photography. You’ll learn all about using social media as a tool to build your brand. 🤘💛
Click the link in bio to register! ✨
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#encouragingtheworldtofollow
Nov 4
You`re invited to our last FoundHER panel of the semester, Posting to Profit: Growing Your Brand on Social Media! Join us on Wednesday, November 13th to hear from the founders of Love, Laci, Dulce Custom Cakes, Astra Shop21, and Christy Zhuang Photography. You’ll learn all about using social media as a tool to build your brand. 🤘💛
Click the link in bio to register! ✨
#KSWELIxUTAustin
#KSWELIxFoundHER
#empoweringwomentolead
#encouragingtheworldtofollow
ONLY 5 days until our LAST EmpowHER HOUR of the semester!✨
Join us at the Kendra Scott Center on November 6th from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm for an insightful workshop to become a confident investor. Michaela Lindsay, Founder of Savvy InvestHER, will help you walk away with actionable strategies, a clearer understanding of key financial concepts, and the knowledge to make informed investment decisions that align with your long-term goals. You`ll also hear from a student perspective on starting your investment journey today, making it easy to take your first steps toward financial success right now.
Head to the link in the bio to register, and we can`t wait to see you! 🤘💛✨
#hookem #KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow
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Nov 1
ONLY 5 days until our LAST EmpowHER HOUR of the semester!✨
Join us at the Kendra Scott Center on November 6th from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm for an insightful workshop to become a confident investor. Michaela Lindsay, Founder of Savvy InvestHER, will help you walk away with actionable strategies, a clearer understanding of key financial concepts, and the knowledge to make informed investment decisions that align with your long-term goals. You`ll also hear from a student perspective on starting your investment journey today, making it easy to take your first steps toward financial success right now.
Head to the link in the bio to register, and we can`t wait to see you! 🤘💛✨
#hookem #KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow
#thenextgeneration
Reminder! Applications for the Spring 2025 course with Jan Ryan and Kendra Scott close on November 4th!
This course offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on entrepreneurial experience, learn strategies to navigate gender biases, and pitch a business idea to industry leaders—all while connecting with inspiring mentors at the Kendra Scott HQ.
Don’t miss your chance to apply and take a major step in your entrepreneurial journey! Use the link in bio to apply now!
Nov 1
Reminder! Applications for the Spring 2025 course with Jan Ryan and Kendra Scott close on November 4th!
This course offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on entrepreneurial experience, learn strategies to navigate gender biases, and pitch a business idea to industry leaders—all while connecting with inspiring mentors at the Kendra Scott HQ.
Don’t miss your chance to apply and take a major step in your entrepreneurial journey! Use the link in bio to apply now!
Looking to make the most of November with KS WELI? Swipe to see what’s coming up! 🤘💛✨
Our Women in Entrepreneurship course, led by Jan Ryan, is accepting applications until November 4th! Apply to gain hands-on experience in building a business this Spring.
Join us on November 6th for our last EmpowHER Hour of the semester! Michaela Lindsay, founder of Savvy InvestHER, will guide us through values-driven investing and debunking common money myths.
Lastly, support KS WELI FoundHERs by visiting the Longhorn Market on November 3rd and attending our FoundHER panel on November 13th, all about growing your brand on social media.
Don’t miss out on these upcoming opportunities!
#KSWELIxUTAustin
#empoweringwomentolead
#encouragingtheworldtofollow
#thenextgeneration
Nov 1
Looking to make the most of November with KS WELI? Swipe to see what’s coming up! 🤘💛✨
Our Women in Entrepreneurship course, led by Jan Ryan, is accepting applications until November 4th! Apply to gain hands-on experience in building a business this Spring.
Join us on November 6th for our last EmpowHER Hour of the semester! Michaela Lindsay, founder of Savvy InvestHER, will guide us through values-driven investing and debunking common money myths.
Lastly, support KS WELI FoundHERs by visiting the Longhorn Market on November 3rd and attending our FoundHER panel on November 13th, all about growing your brand on social media.
Don’t miss out on these upcoming opportunities!
#KSWELIxUTAustin
#empoweringwomentolead
#encouragingtheworldtofollow
#thenextgeneration
Season 3, Episode 5 of the@kswelinstitute Student Board Founding Fearless Podcast is live! In this episode, we engaged with Sarah Kenny, a speaker, leadership coach, and the author of #1 Amazon bestselling book “Lead Like a Queen”. Sarah holds an MA in Gender Studies, is an ICF Professional Certified Coach, and has over 15 years of experience developing and training women leaders. Sarah’s journey has taken her all across the globe, cultivating a deep passion for advancing the rights of women and girls. Stay tuned as Sarah shares her advice for young women overcoming self-doubt and embracing audacious leadership! 💛🤘✨
Listen to Sarah Kenny’s episode now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!🎙️
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow #KSWELIfoundingfearlesspodcast
Oct 31
Season 3, Episode 5 of the@kswelinstitute Student Board Founding Fearless Podcast is live! In this episode, we engaged with Sarah Kenny, a speaker, leadership coach, and the author of #1 Amazon bestselling book “Lead Like a Queen”. Sarah holds an MA in Gender Studies, is an ICF Professional Certified Coach, and has over 15 years of experience developing and training women leaders. Sarah’s journey has taken her all across the globe, cultivating a deep passion for advancing the rights of women and girls. Stay tuned as Sarah shares her advice for young women overcoming self-doubt and embracing audacious leadership! 💛🤘✨
Listen to Sarah Kenny’s episode now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!🎙️
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow #KSWELIfoundingfearlesspodcast
Let`s celebrate our last October FoundHER Caleb Bledsoe founder of NightTight Bedding! 🤘💛
NightTight Bedding`s mission is to create innovative solutions for daily household activities, making life more convenient and easy.
#KSWELIxUTAustin #KSWELIxFoundHER #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow
Oct 30
Let`s celebrate our last October FoundHER Caleb Bledsoe founder of NightTight Bedding! 🤘💛
NightTight Bedding`s mission is to create innovative solutions for daily household activities, making life more convenient and easy.
#KSWELIxUTAustin #KSWELIxFoundHER #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow
Want to take control of your financial future and make your money work for you? With the right strategies and insights, anyone can confidently navigate the world of investing.
Join us at the Kendra Scott Center on November 6th, from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm, for a valuable session on wealth-building. Michaela Lindsay, Founder of Savvy InvestHER, will break down key financial concepts and debunk common investing myths, empowering you to make smart, informed decisions for lasting financial success.
Head to the link in our bio to register, and we would love to see you!🤘💛✨
#hookem #KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow
#thenextgeneration
Oct 30
Want to take control of your financial future and make your money work for you? With the right strategies and insights, anyone can confidently navigate the world of investing.
Join us at the Kendra Scott Center on November 6th, from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm, for a valuable session on wealth-building. Michaela Lindsay, Founder of Savvy InvestHER, will break down key financial concepts and debunk common investing myths, empowering you to make smart, informed decisions for lasting financial success.
Head to the link in our bio to register, and we would love to see you!🤘💛✨
#hookem #KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow
#thenextgeneration
We are thrilled to welcome Brittany Castillo, Chief Executive Officer of AshBritt, as a generous donor supporting our Spring 2025 course led by Jan Ryan and Kendra Scott. With a background in law, disaster response, and a notable advocacy for women in business, Brittany brings invaluable expertise and dedication to advancing women’s leadership.
As a University of Texas School of Law graduate, her support enables fellow longhorns to dive deeper into entrepreneurship, helping them develop strategies to navigate gender biases and create impactful business ventures.
Applications for the course open Oct 21 and close Nov 4. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and grow alongside inspiring leaders! Use the link in bio to apply now.
Oct 29
We are thrilled to welcome Brittany Castillo, Chief Executive Officer of AshBritt, as a generous donor supporting our Spring 2025 course led by Jan Ryan and Kendra Scott. With a background in law, disaster response, and a notable advocacy for women in business, Brittany brings invaluable expertise and dedication to advancing women’s leadership.
As a University of Texas School of Law graduate, her support enables fellow longhorns to dive deeper into entrepreneurship, helping them develop strategies to navigate gender biases and create impactful business ventures.
Applications for the course open Oct 21 and close Nov 4. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and grow alongside inspiring leaders! Use the link in bio to apply now.
