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 registered 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 diverse 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
Founding Fearless is a Student Board podcast to uplift the voices of women through conversations with fellow entrepreneurial students, innovative professors, and other leading pioneers to learn the raw and vulnerable stories behind these trailblazing women.
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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 from a woman’s perspective.
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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"Stepping into the role as President of the KS WELI Student Board has been a transformative journey. Through empowerment, mentorship, and impactful initiatives, KS WELI has not only shaped my leadership skills but also ignited my passion for championing women's entrepreneurship. This experience has been a testament to the incredible impact that dedicated individuals can have on fostering a community of growth and empowerment."Sydney Key '25
Fall 2023 - Spring 2024 SB President
Fall 2023 - Spring 2024 SB President
"Being on the KS WELI Alumni Board has been an incredible experience to meet other women (and men allies) who Inspire me and are passionate about giving back to students and specifically women founders and leaders."Current Alumni Board Member, Jessica Sutherland, Class of 2021