Entrepreneurial Institute
SCC Entrepreneurial Institute
Inspired by our partnership with Confluence Tech Hub, a nonprofit coalition in St.
Charles County creating and fostering a thriving ecosystem of technology and entrepreneurship,
SCC’s Business Department is developing an Entrepreneurial Institute.
Our Mission
The mission of the institute is to serve as a resource for students, faculty, staff, and the community, with an interest in entrepreneurship, working with startups, leveraging leading-edge technology, along with business partners in the SCC region and service area. The Entrepreneurial Institute will provide an incubator center focused on new and emerging businesses and innovative technologies in alignment with instructional programming.
Our Vision
The vision is to provide a thriving community of starters, builders, advisors, and early-stage investors, committed to transforming the St. Charles region through innovation and collaboration, to recruit and retain students and businesses, which possess an entrepreneurial mindset.
Our Goals
The goals are: (1) To identify opportunities for students, faculty, staff, and business partners to explore and pursue opportunities. (2) To establish entrepreneurship advisory groups. (3) Become a resource and research hub to help advance entrepreneurship. (4) Pursue an entrepreneurial incubation center focused on advancing collaboration and innovative technology.
SCC’s Workgroup
- John Wiemann, SCC Vice President of Operations/Strategic Initiatives
- Rex McKanry, Dean, School of Business, Technology, and Workforce Readiness
- Ken Kershaw, Chief Financial Officer
- Shelley Machens, Chief of External Campuses
- Steven Oberg, SCC Department Chair and Associate Professor, Business Administration
- Jeri Pilarski Schultz, Associate Professor, Business Administration
- Thomas Rodgers, Adjunct Faculty, Business Administration
- Ed Weber, Associate Professor, Computer Science
Benefits to Students
Expert Knowledge: Gain firsthand knowledge from successful entrepreneurs what it takes
to succeed in business.
Practical Advice: Learn actionable strategies and practical tips that can be applied
to their own entrepreneurial ventures or career plans.
Engaging Content: Benefit from diverse learning experiences beyond traditional classroom.
Professional Connections: Build valuable connections with industry professionals.
Mentorship Opportunities: Potential to establish mentoring relationships with guest
speakers for guidance and support.
Confidence Building: Increase confidence in their ability to pursue entrepreneurial endeavors and navigate business challenges.
Job Market Insights: Gain insights into industry trends, job market demands, and entrepreneurial opportunities.
Support Entrepreneurialism & SCC Students
Interested in providing a student scholarship or sponsoring a future event? Contact Betsy Schneider, SCC Foundation Executive Director and Chief of Staff, at eschneider@stchas.edu. Or, give online today.