swisher start-up & growth cohorts for underrepresented entrepreneurs

april 2021 - present |  swisher international and the university of north florida’s center for entrepreneurship & innovation (cei) joined forces to create the swisher start-up and growth cohorts for underrepresented entrepreneurs.

the swisher start-up cohort is a free, 8-week program designed to help underrepresented entrepreneurs start a business and master their pitch. the program will teach participants how to turn their idea into a business with field experts, hands-on mentors, and resources that will help them achieve their goals.

the swisher growth cohort is a free, 8-week program designed to help early-stage companies grow and take their business to the next level. participants will improve their business plans with the help of expert speakers, workshops, and engaged mentors.

we run these cohorts twice a year and they always conclude with a pitch competition. i’m in charge of all of the visuals, branding, and anything digital. i also take photos during some of the classes and at the pitch competition.