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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Dive into the KS WELI Content Library this summer to catch up on the emBOLDen blog, previous episodes of Founding Fearless, and events you may have missed! 🤘💛✨
"20 Lessons Learned: Reflections at 20" by Eisha Patel offers valuable insights into navigating life with confidence, embracing failures, and appreciating the small moments that truly matter.
Click the link in our bio to read and visit the KS WELI Content Library for more student-written, relatable blogs.
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow
Jul 26
![Dive into the KS WELI Content Library this summer to catch up on the emBOLDen blog, previous episodes of Founding Fearless, and events you may have missed! 🤘💛✨
"20 Lessons Learned: Reflections at 20" by Eisha Patel offers valuable insights into navigating life with confidence, embracing failures, and appreciating the small moments that truly matter.
Click the link in our bio to read and visit the KS WELI Content Library for more student-written, relatable blogs.
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow](https://kswelinstitute.utexas.edu/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
Dive into the KS WELI Content Library this summer to catch up on the emBOLDen blog, previous episodes of Founding Fearless, and events you may have missed! 🤘💛✨
"20 Lessons Learned: Reflections at 20" by Eisha Patel offers valuable insights into navigating life with confidence, embracing failures, and appreciating the small moments that truly matter.
Click the link in our bio to read and visit the KS WELI Content Library for more student-written, relatable blogs.
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow
Dive into the KS WELI Content Library this summer to catch up on the emBOLDen blog, previous episodes of Founding Fearless, and events you may have missed! 🤘💛✨
"Q&A with Frances Boatwright, Founder of Frances Bryant Art" by Lauren Shaffer shares Frances` journey from creating art in her high school studio to running a successful business. She encourages you to enjoy the process and embrace the uncertainties of entrepreneurship.
Click the link in our bio to read and visit the KS WELI Content Library for more student-written, relatable blogs.
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow
Jul 19
![Dive into the KS WELI Content Library this summer to catch up on the emBOLDen blog, previous episodes of Founding Fearless, and events you may have missed! 🤘💛✨
"Q&A with Frances Boatwright, Founder of Frances Bryant Art" by Lauren Shaffer shares Frances' journey from creating art in her high school studio to running a successful business. She encourages you to enjoy the process and embrace the uncertainties of entrepreneurship.
Click the link in our bio to read and visit the KS WELI Content Library for more student-written, relatable blogs.
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow](https://kswelinstitute.utexas.edu/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
Dive into the KS WELI Content Library this summer to catch up on the emBOLDen blog, previous episodes of Founding Fearless, and events you may have missed! 🤘💛✨
"Q&A with Frances Boatwright, Founder of Frances Bryant Art" by Lauren Shaffer shares Frances` journey from creating art in her high school studio to running a successful business. She encourages you to enjoy the process and embrace the uncertainties of entrepreneurship.
Click the link in our bio to read and visit the KS WELI Content Library for more student-written, relatable blogs.
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow
“Find what you’re passionate about and go for it!”
New episode out now! In this episode, we explore Kristin Jacobson’s journey and discover how she transformed a passion project into a successful venture. Kristin Jacobson is the visionary founder behind Austin Flea, the city’s premier curated flea market experience. What began as a whimsical idea back in 07’, Austin Flea has blossomed into full-time operation celebrating the city’s vibrant community of vendors, artisans, and makers.🤘💛✨
Listen to Kristin Jacobson’s episode now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!🎙️
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwometolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow #thenextgeneration #KSWELIfoundingfearlesspodcast #originalaustinflea #austinoriginal
Jul 18
![“Find what you’re passionate about and go for it!”
New episode out now! In this episode, we explore Kristin Jacobson’s journey and discover how she transformed a passion project into a successful venture. Kristin Jacobson is the visionary founder behind Austin Flea, the city’s premier curated flea market experience. What began as a whimsical idea back in 07’, Austin Flea has blossomed into full-time operation celebrating the city’s vibrant community of vendors, artisans, and makers.🤘💛✨
Listen to Kristin Jacobson’s episode now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!🎙️
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwometolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow #thenextgeneration #KSWELIfoundingfearlesspodcast #originalaustinflea #austinoriginal](https://kswelinstitute.utexas.edu/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
“Find what you’re passionate about and go for it!”
New episode out now! In this episode, we explore Kristin Jacobson’s journey and discover how she transformed a passion project into a successful venture. Kristin Jacobson is the visionary founder behind Austin Flea, the city’s premier curated flea market experience. What began as a whimsical idea back in 07’, Austin Flea has blossomed into full-time operation celebrating the city’s vibrant community of vendors, artisans, and makers.🤘💛✨
Listen to Kristin Jacobson’s episode now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!🎙️
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwometolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow #thenextgeneration #KSWELIfoundingfearlesspodcast #originalaustinflea #austinoriginal
Dive into the KS WELI Content Library this summer to catch up on the emBOLDen blog, previous episodes of Founding Fearless, and events you may have missed! 🤘💛✨
"21 Things I Learned in my Twenties" by Puja Satish offers insightful advice on navigating this decade of discovery, from building strong relationships to prioritizing self-care and personal development.
Click the link in our bio to read and visit the KS WELI Content Library for more student-written, relatable blogs.
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow
Jul 12
![Dive into the KS WELI Content Library this summer to catch up on the emBOLDen blog, previous episodes of Founding Fearless, and events you may have missed! 🤘💛✨
"21 Things I Learned in my Twenties" by Puja Satish offers insightful advice on navigating this decade of discovery, from building strong relationships to prioritizing self-care and personal development.
Click the link in our bio to read and visit the KS WELI Content Library for more student-written, relatable blogs.
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow](https://kswelinstitute.utexas.edu/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
Dive into the KS WELI Content Library this summer to catch up on the emBOLDen blog, previous episodes of Founding Fearless, and events you may have missed! 🤘💛✨
"21 Things I Learned in my Twenties" by Puja Satish offers insightful advice on navigating this decade of discovery, from building strong relationships to prioritizing self-care and personal development.
Click the link in our bio to read and visit the KS WELI Content Library for more student-written, relatable blogs.
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow
Calling all recent UT Austin Grads! 🤘✨
Excited to make an impact on the Forty Acres? Join the KS WELI Alumni Board organization and connect with fellow UT alumni dedicated to empowering leaders and boosting the number of women-owned businesses!
By joining, you`ll support current KS WELI student leaders with resources, relationships, and self-discovery to help them explore all paths and reach their fullest potential. If you`re a UT alum passionate about using your unique talents and experiences to empower the next generation of founders and leaders, this is the place for you.
Tap the link in our bio to sign up today!
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow
Jul 8
![Calling all recent UT Austin Grads! 🤘✨
Excited to make an impact on the Forty Acres? Join the KS WELI Alumni Board organization and connect with fellow UT alumni dedicated to empowering leaders and boosting the number of women-owned businesses!
By joining, you'll support current KS WELI student leaders with resources, relationships, and self-discovery to help them explore all paths and reach their fullest potential. If you're a UT alum passionate about using your unique talents and experiences to empower the next generation of founders and leaders, this is the place for you.
Tap the link in our bio to sign up today!
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow](https://kswelinstitute.utexas.edu/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
Calling all recent UT Austin Grads! 🤘✨
Excited to make an impact on the Forty Acres? Join the KS WELI Alumni Board organization and connect with fellow UT alumni dedicated to empowering leaders and boosting the number of women-owned businesses!
By joining, you`ll support current KS WELI student leaders with resources, relationships, and self-discovery to help them explore all paths and reach their fullest potential. If you`re a UT alum passionate about using your unique talents and experiences to empower the next generation of founders and leaders, this is the place for you.
Tap the link in our bio to sign up today!
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow
Dive into the KS WELI Content Library this summer to catch up on the emBOLDen blog, previous episodes of Founding Fearless, and events you may have missed! 🤘💛✨
The FoundHER panel “Setting Goals you can Achieve” shares insights from the founders of pc: the davids, Collegiate, Hem Support Wear, and Get in The Path on how to set achievable goals, focus on your future, and overcome the need for external validation by identifying valuable relationships. Discover how each business is making a difference, from college prep to pelvic floor support wear.
Click the link in our bio to view and visit the KS WELI Content Library for more events you might have missed!
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow #thenextgeneration
Jul 5
![Dive into the KS WELI Content Library this summer to catch up on the emBOLDen blog, previous episodes of Founding Fearless, and events you may have missed! 🤘💛✨
The FoundHER panel “Setting Goals you can Achieve” shares insights from the founders of pc: the davids, Collegiate, Hem Support Wear, and Get in The Path on how to set achievable goals, focus on your future, and overcome the need for external validation by identifying valuable relationships. Discover how each business is making a difference, from college prep to pelvic floor support wear.
Click the link in our bio to view and visit the KS WELI Content Library for more events you might have missed!
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow #thenextgeneration](https://kswelinstitute.utexas.edu/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
Dive into the KS WELI Content Library this summer to catch up on the emBOLDen blog, previous episodes of Founding Fearless, and events you may have missed! 🤘💛✨
The FoundHER panel “Setting Goals you can Achieve” shares insights from the founders of pc: the davids, Collegiate, Hem Support Wear, and Get in The Path on how to set achievable goals, focus on your future, and overcome the need for external validation by identifying valuable relationships. Discover how each business is making a difference, from college prep to pelvic floor support wear.
Click the link in our bio to view and visit the KS WELI Content Library for more events you might have missed!
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow #thenextgeneration
“All of the hardships that we experienced were the greatest blessing.”
New episode out now! In this episode, we highlight Elizabeth (Liz) Findlay’s story and gain insight into her journey of establishing Albion. Raised in Guatemala, her family owned and operated a clothing factory where they manufactured technical apparel for top U.S.-based fashion brands. However, Liz and her husband, Dave (Co-CEO), had to make a hard decision to close the factory and start their new brand. At that moment of risk, Albion was born.
Now, Albion is an internationally recognized clothing brand with a focus on high-quality products, designed with the everyday woman in mind. Liz’s enlightening story is a journey of rebounding and building an empire! 🤘💛✨
Listen to Liz Findlay’s Episode now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!🎙️
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwometolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow #thenextgeneration #KSWELIfoundingfearlesspodcast
Jul 4
![“All of the hardships that we experienced were the greatest blessing.”
New episode out now! In this episode, we highlight Elizabeth (Liz) Findlay’s story and gain insight into her journey of establishing Albion. Raised in Guatemala, her family owned and operated a clothing factory where they manufactured technical apparel for top U.S.-based fashion brands. However, Liz and her husband, Dave (Co-CEO), had to make a hard decision to close the factory and start their new brand. At that moment of risk, Albion was born.
Now, Albion is an internationally recognized clothing brand with a focus on high-quality products, designed with the everyday woman in mind. Liz’s enlightening story is a journey of rebounding and building an empire! 🤘💛✨
Listen to Liz Findlay’s Episode now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!🎙️
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwometolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow #thenextgeneration #KSWELIfoundingfearlesspodcast](https://kswelinstitute.utexas.edu/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
“All of the hardships that we experienced were the greatest blessing.”
New episode out now! In this episode, we highlight Elizabeth (Liz) Findlay’s story and gain insight into her journey of establishing Albion. Raised in Guatemala, her family owned and operated a clothing factory where they manufactured technical apparel for top U.S.-based fashion brands. However, Liz and her husband, Dave (Co-CEO), had to make a hard decision to close the factory and start their new brand. At that moment of risk, Albion was born.
Now, Albion is an internationally recognized clothing brand with a focus on high-quality products, designed with the everyday woman in mind. Liz’s enlightening story is a journey of rebounding and building an empire! 🤘💛✨
Listen to Liz Findlay’s Episode now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!🎙️
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwometolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow #thenextgeneration #KSWELIfoundingfearlesspodcast
Dive into the KS WELI Content Library this summer to catch up on the emBOLDen blog, previous episodes of Founding Fearless, and events you may have missed! 🤘💛✨
"Ranking Study Spots at The University of Texas at Austin" by Mithra Cama is a five-minute read sharing the pros and cons of popular study spots at UT Austin`s campus.
Click the link in our bio to read and visit the KS WELI Content Library for more student-written, relatable blogs.
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow #thenextgeneration
Jun 28
![Dive into the KS WELI Content Library this summer to catch up on the emBOLDen blog, previous episodes of Founding Fearless, and events you may have missed! 🤘💛✨
"Ranking Study Spots at The University of Texas at Austin" by Mithra Cama is a five-minute read sharing the pros and cons of popular study spots at UT Austin's campus.
Click the link in our bio to read and visit the KS WELI Content Library for more student-written, relatable blogs.
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow #thenextgeneration](https://kswelinstitute.utexas.edu/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
Dive into the KS WELI Content Library this summer to catch up on the emBOLDen blog, previous episodes of Founding Fearless, and events you may have missed! 🤘💛✨
"Ranking Study Spots at The University of Texas at Austin" by Mithra Cama is a five-minute read sharing the pros and cons of popular study spots at UT Austin`s campus.
Click the link in our bio to read and visit the KS WELI Content Library for more student-written, relatable blogs.
#KSWELIxUTAustin #empoweringwomentolead #encouragingtheworldtofollow #thenextgeneration