Programs
We can connect you to a global network of mentors, events, funding, talent, job opportunities, and more, so you can gain key entrepreneurship skills to build a successful company or build your resume for success in landing a job after college and advancing your career.
Founder's Academy
The purpose of the Founders Academy is to provide aspiring student entrepreneurs with a comprehensive and structured program to develop their entrepreneurial skills and mindset. The Founders Academy aims to foster innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship by offering specialized training, resources, and mentorship opportunities.
Entrepreneurial Activities
Area-specific advice offered (financing, human resources, business planning) via email, telephone, in person, and video. Mentors in entrepreneurship and related fields, meet with students on an ongoing basis to provide continued advice and support.
BusinessWork
The purpose of the BusinessWorks video library is to provide a comprehensive collection of videos and resources that educate, inspire, and support aspiring entrepreneurs. This video library serves as a valuable resource hub for individuals interested in entrepreneurship by offering a wide range of content related to starting, running, and growing a business.
Collegiate Association of Startup Entrepreneurs (CASE)
The mission of the Collegiate Association of Startup Entrepreneurs (CASE) is to inspire and empower college students to pursue their entrepreneurial aspirations. CASE aims to provide a platform for students to showcase their innovative ideas, connect with like-minded individuals, and learn from experienced entrepreneurs and industry experts. The organization strives to foster a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship within the college community, equipping the next generation of leaders with the necessary skills, resources, and networks to transform their ideas into successful ventures. By promoting entrepreneurship, CASE seeks to create a supportive and dynamic ecosystem that encourages students to explore their entrepreneurial potential and make a positive impact in the world.
The Collegiate Association of Startup Entrepreneurs (C.A.S.E) has an exciting lineup of activities planned to engage and empower college students in their entrepreneurial pursuits. C.A.S.E Club Acts as a Benefit to MSU Clubs on Campus and is here to support you and your club's entrepreneurial and career goals. C.A.S.E Supports currently enrolled college students who share a passion for entrepreneurship and are committed to the mission and objectives of the organization.
Blackstone LaunchPad Network
The Blackstone LaunchPad network makes entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial skills accessible and relevant for all college students to help them build thriving companies and careers.
Skill-building
Experiential entrepreneurship education equips students with a set of skills and mindsets that help them succeed as founders or be competitive in today’s job market.
Accessibility
You don’t need a business degree, a huge network, or a history of entrepreneurship to get involved. LaunchPad is for all students, no matter their background or future plans.
Commitment
You don’t need a business degree, a huge network, or a history of entrepreneurship to get involved. LaunchPad is for all students, no matter their background or future plans.
Support
Support of both student ventures and skills for career mobility: LaunchPad success stories include not only starting a business but also working for a startup or bringing an intrapreneurial outlook to an existing business.
For Students and Institutions
For college students, the Blackstone LaunchPad network propels your success through entrepreneurship. We can connect you to a global network of mentors, events, funding, talent, job opportunities, and more, so you can gain key entrepreneurship skills to build a successful company or build your resume for success in landing a job after college and advancing your career.
For higher-ed institutions, LaunchPad invests in your entrepreneurship programs, acting as the central hub for entrepreneurial activities. Students can turn to LaunchPad to receive tailored suggestions to connect both to existing opportunities on campus and to a global network of peers and professionals to help them succeed in building companies and careers.