Innovation Board Member Contributions

Innovation Board Member Kendra Scott Launches Institute

The University of Texas at Austin and Kendra Scott have established the Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership (WEL) Institute, which begins offering a variety of courses, workshops, a summit event and pitch competition in 2020. The objective of the Institute is to empower women to lead in whatever area of business or profession they pursue. The September 24 launch event at UT Austin’s Bass Concert Hall attracted over 1,000 students.

Kendra Scott and guests stand on stage after the announcement of the Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership (WEL) Institute

Students site in audience listening to the announcement of the Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership (WEL) Institute

President’s Austin Innovation Board Partners for UT Speaker Series

In collaboration with the UT College to Career Office, members of PAIB and their networks connect with students through special events that offer ample time for lively conversation.

The topic of the April 2019 events was “Why You Should Consider Mid-Size Companies for Your Career Path.”

College to Career Speaker networks with students

Students talking together at College to Career event