Startup Scholars

The Startup Scholars Program aims to empower the next generation of entrepreneurs. This program aims to both help HBCU student entrepreneurs grow their business ventures, while also offering support in furthering their pursuit of higher education. The program provides funding to HBCU student entrepreneurs around the country, complemented by an integrated portfolio of support including one-on-one business consulting/coaching, business management workshops, and networking events to broaden access to opportunity and capacity. All scholars are recognized and acknowledged at the Center’s annual conference in June.

2024-2025 HBCU Startup Scholars

Quincy Box
Quincy BoxMorehouse College
Teiona Boucher
Teiona BoucherUniversity of District of Columbia
Jamiri Flint
Jamiri FlintXavier University of Louisiana
Zoey Hall
Zoey HallHoward University
Ebenezer Nyenwe
Ebenezer NyenweXavier University of Louisiana
Justin Pruitt
Justin PruittFayetteville State University
Jeremiah Smith
Jeremiah SmithNorth Carolina A&T State University
Nicolette Sims
Nicolette SimsSouthern University and A&M College
Deirra Williams
Deirra WilliamsHarris Stowe State University