Alumni & Friends
Alumni and friends of Kennesaw State have a powerful role to play in shaping the next generation of entrepreneurs. Whether you're mentoring student founders, judging pitch competitions, or speaking in classrooms, your experience and insight can spark transformative growth. You can also invest in student ventures, donate to support entrepreneurship programs, or even access startup assistance and funding for your own business ideas. Stay connected through news and events from the Owl Innovation and Entrepreneurship Hub, and be part of a vibrant community where bold ideas take flight. Your involvement doesn’t just support students—it helps build a legacy of innovation that reaches far beyond campus.
Alumni & Friends Needs
Engaging with student businesses
Alumni and friends of Coles College at Kennesaw State have a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact by engaging directly with student-led businesses. Whether you're offering coaching, serving as a judge in pitch competitions, or providing mentorship, your experience and insight can help students turn bold ideas into thriving ventures. By sharing your time and expertise, you not only support future entrepreneurs—you help strengthen the legacy of innovation and excellence at Coles.Investing in student businesses
Alumni and friends of Coles College at Kennesaw State can directly fuel the success of student entrepreneurs by investing in student-led ventures. Your support not only provides critical capital—it validates bold ideas, accelerates growth, and empowers the next generation of business leaders.Engaging with students
Sharing your journey, insights, and lessons learned brings real-world perspective to the classroom and energizes students pursuing their own ventures. Your voice can spark ideas, build confidence, and help shape the entrepreneurial mindset that defines the Coles College experience.Donating to support student startups
Your contribution helps fund critical resources, mentorship programs, pitch competitions, and startup incubation—empowering students to turn bold ideas into thriving ventures. Every gift fuels innovation, fosters opportunity, and strengthens KSU’s commitment to developing the next generation of entrepreneurial leaders.
Follow News and Events
Alumni and friends of Coles College at Kennesaw State can stay engaged with the entrepreneurial community by following news and attending events that showcase student ventures, faculty research, and industry partnerships. From pitch competitions and speaker panels to innovation showcases and networking opportunities, staying informed keeps you connected to the energy and impact of entrepreneurship at KSU—and opens doors to get involved when inspiration strikes.Startup Assistance
Recent graduates (alumni who graduated less than five years ago) have the same access to the Shore Center's resources as our current students. Alumni who graduated five or more years ago can partner with Hatchbridge for assistance on their entrepreneurial journey. HatchBridge Incubator supports North Atlanta entrepreneurs with vital resources for successful business development. Our approach combines physical spaces and a digital network to create an inclusive ecosystem, empowering...Funding for their own business
Recent graduates (alumni who graduated less than five years ago)can apply to the Mookerji fund. The Mookerji fund supports emerging business ventures with up to $30,000 in funding per project, offers consulting and business development resources through the Shore Entrepreneurship Center, and connectsonnecct students and alumni with experienced industry mentors. Alumni who graduated five or more years ago can seek funding from sources in the greater Atlanta area.Continuing Education
Alumni and friends of Coles College at Kennesaw State can take their entrepreneurial journey to the next level through the Executive Education program. Designed for busy professionals, these courses offer practical, high-impact learning to help you start, grow, or scale your business. Led by expert faculty and industry leaders, programs cover essential topics like strategy, innovation, finance, and leadership—giving you the tools to turn ambition into action.