Cohort Information
Swisher Growth Cohort for Underrepresented Entrepreneurs
Swisher International and the University of North Florida’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation have joined forces to create the Swisher Growth Cohort for Underrepresented Entrepreneurs. This is a free 8-week program designed for early stage companies that are generating revenue looking to take their business to the next level!
With expert speakers, workshops and hands-on mentors, participants will improve their business knowledge and plans.
The top pitches at the conclusion of the program will be awarded prize money!
Application Opens: July 12, 2021
Applications Close: August 8, 2021
8 week classes begin: August 23, 2021
Have questions regarding the cohort opportunity? Join UNF and Swisher reps at either of the Info Sessions below to learn more!
Wednesday, July 21st at 6:00pmJoin Zoom Meeting
https://unf.zoom.us/j/92248019312
Wednesday, August 4th at 6:00pm Join Zoom Meeting
https://unf.zoom.us/j/96892296287
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Swisher Start-Up for Underrepresented Entrepreneurs | February 10, 2021- April 7, 2021 (Concluded)
Twenty companies learned the basics of creating a business through interactive virtual sessions with faculty from the Coggin College of Business, engagement with mentors, and introductions to community resources. The 8 week session concluded with a pitch competition for prize money: 1st- $2500, 2nd- $1500, 3rd- $1000.
Congrats to Our Swisher Start-Up Pitch Competition Winners!
For more information, contact the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at UNF.
cei@unf.edu | (904) 620-4012
Brianna Kilcullen
Founder, Anact
2019 Cohort
“Anact wouldn't be where we are at without the UNF Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center and Karen Bowling's leadership. The Center is on the forefront of defining what it means to be an entrepreneur in Jacksonville and creating a safe space for founders like myself to incubate ideas, connect with others and bring them to life.”
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Drew Messer
Co-founder, Urban SDK
2019 Cohort
“UNF has been so helpful to us. They gave us space, provided marketing support as well as interns to help us. We are so appreciative of what they have done for us.”
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Alexis Lior
Founder, Adeleigh's Treasure
2019 Cohort
"The Center has supported me in expanding my vision and strategy for Adeleigh's Treasure. The resources have been outstanding. CEI is a pillar in the Jacksonville Entrepreneurship community." |
