Sponsored Organizations
The Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute supports student and alumni communities who embody the mission of the institute on campus and beyond.
Empowered by the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute
Both the KS WELI Student Board and KS WELI Alumni Boards are student led communities that support the mission of the institute through their social events, philanthropy efforts, and professional development initiatives.
Sponsored Organizations
The KS WELI Student Board (SB) at The University of Texas at Austin is a UT Austin sponsored student organization through the Office of the Dean of Students. SB supports the mission and values of the KS WELI. For questions on how to join, email studentboard@kswelinstitute.org
Meet the Student Board
The Alumni Board (AB) is a community of entrepreneurs, leaders, and professionals dedicated to empowering women founders and leaders with the resources, relationships, and self-discovery they need to explore all paths and reach their fullest potential.
Meet the Alumni Board
Student Board Initiatives
Founding Fearless Podcast
The Founding Fearless podcast, led by the Student Board, highlights inspiring voices through conversations with entrepreneurial students, innovative professors, and pioneering leaders. It shares honest and impactful stories behind their journeys to success.
Listen Now
EmBOLDen Blog
This KS WELI community blog written by students for founders, leaders, and creatives covers a range of topics about entrepreneurial thinking, leadership, and starting a business.
Browse the blog
Outreach
Through speakers and an interactive curriculum, this program expands KS WELI’s mission into high schools in the greater Austin area. These workshops aim for high school students to feel more confident in their leadership strengths and ability to develop their entrepreneurial mindset.
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Philanthropy
HelpHER encompasses KS WELI’s SB Philanthropy Initiatives, which include giving back to the community through donation drives, volunteering, and collaborating with local non-profit organizations.
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“Being President of the KS WELI Student Board is about leading a collective of passionate, driven individuals committed to empowering women to reach their full potential. We strive to create spaces where women’s voices are amplified, their leadership nurtured, and their entrepreneurial spirit emboldened. It’s a privilege to guide this community as we make a tangible impact on future leaders and foster a culture of empowerment and growth.”Priscilla Olivarez '25
Fall 2024 - Spring 2025 SB President
Fall 2024 - Spring 2025 SB President
