February Founders

Aagna Patel (Nomfinder), Allie Constantinou (Cheese and Crackers), Amber Etana Vasquez (AbleBotics), and Caroline Fallin (Oakley’s Adventure) are the four KS WELI Founder Program participants beings highlighted this month. 
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The Student Board constitutes the student voice of the KS WELI. These campus leaders set an example across the Forty Acres and beyond. They implement and ensure that the KS WELI's mission is aligned with student-led initiatives.
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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.

Find Your Fit

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!

Find Your Fit

Events

Join us for KS WELI programs & events featuring curated content designed to inspire and equip you in your entrepreneurial leadership journey, and build your community along the way.
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Courses

Learn more about the new Women in Entrepreneurship specialization and KS WELI sponsored courses that offer interdisciplinary opportunities to study entrepreneurship.
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Community

Become part of our flourishing and supportive community for leadership development, mentorship, and exclusive opportunities for the core KS WELI community.
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The KS WELI Founder Program empowers, spotlights, and equips courageous founders who will change the world.
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Our Core Pillars

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Empower

students through entrepreneurial leadership to embark on a journey to discover their personal values, strengths, and authentic leadership style.
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Build Community

to create connections that redefine leadership and entrepreneurship through creativity and innovation.
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Equip

students to challenge barriers women may face in order to grow the number of women-owned and women-led businesses.

Upcoming Events

KS WELI @ Hook ‘Em House IWD Breakfast
March 8, 2025
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KS WELI @ KS International Women’s Day Celebration
March 8, 2025
Kendra Scott is hosting an inspiring panel at the South Congress Flagship Store to celebrate International Women’s Day. The panel will feature Kendra Scott herself and will include the opportunity to hear from KS WELI students themselves throughout the event. The event will kick off at 12:30pm with the panel taking place at 12:45pm and wrapping up at 1:15pm.  
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ECC Crawl
March 5, 2025
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Negotiations & Networking
March 25, 2025
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Founder Pitch-Showcase & Senior Celebration
May 6, 2025
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Empower Hour: Innovation in Intrapreneurship
April 15, 2025
Eventbrite coming soon! 
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Empowering women to lead.
Encouraging the world to follow.
Increasing the # of women owned/led businesses. 🤘💛

Behind the scenes of the Founding Fearless Podcast🎙️✨

Tune into the podcast every other Thursday on Spotify and Apple Podcast!

#KSWELIxUTAustin #FoundingFearlessPodcast #LuckyLabCoffee

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Behind the scenes of the Founding Fearless Podcast🎙️✨ Tune into the podcast every other Thursday on Spotify and Apple Podcast! #KSWELIxUTAustin #FoundingFearlessPodcast #LuckyLabCoffee

Behind the scenes of the Founding Fearless Podcast🎙️✨

Tune into the podcast every other Thursday on Spotify and Apple Podcast!

#KSWELIxUTAustin #FoundingFearlessPodcast #LuckyLabCoffee ...

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Our Spring 2025 Mentor Matchup Night was a huge success, bringing together an incredible group of mentors and KS WELI founders to build meaningful connections.

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Our Spring 2025 Mentor Matchup Night was a huge success, bringing together an incredible group of mentors and KS WELI founders to build meaningful connections. #kswelixutaustin #hookem #utaustin

Our Spring 2025 Mentor Matchup Night was a huge success, bringing together an incredible group of mentors and KS WELI founders to build meaningful connections.

#kswelixutaustin
#hookem #utaustin ...

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Looking for the perfect study spot? Step inside the Kendra Scott Center and hear from some of KS WELI’s Student Board members as they share what SB means to them and highlight their favorite events! 🤘💛✨

#KSWELIxUTAustin
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Feb 12

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Looking for the perfect study spot? Step inside the Kendra Scott Center and hear from some of KS WELI’s Student Board members as they share what SB means to them and highlight their favorite events! 🤘💛✨ #KSWELIxUTAustin #KSWELIxSB

Looking for the perfect study spot? Step inside the Kendra Scott Center and hear from some of KS WELI’s Student Board members as they share what SB means to them and highlight their favorite events! 🤘💛✨

#KSWELIxUTAustin
#KSWELIxSB ...

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