Veterans Initiative
Land of the Free Because of the Brave
Clemson University and the Brook T. Smith Launchpad have an unwavering commitment to help Veterans pursue their entrepreneurial dreams. Several Initiatives specially designed to assist with this mission include:
Veterans Week at the Launchpad.
This event on a Tuesday night from 5:00-7:30 every November combines a veteran, alumni guest speaker sharing their entrepreneurial journey, networking and fellowship over pizza, and a job fair featuring 15 employers looking to partner on gig projects, hire interns, and fill full time jobs. To learn more and register (as an attendee or employer) please access StartupTree calendar here and go to our November events.
The Clemson Veterans Entrepreneurship Pitch Competition
This is a national competition for Veteran certified startups on a Friday in November. It consists of developmental and inspirational seminars, socializing and networking, and a pitch competitions with one of the largest prize pools in the country. To learn more and register (as an attendee or employer) please access StartupTree calendar here and go to our November events.
Veterans Advisory Board
The Launchpad seeks and relies on guidance from a group of high character and highly accomplished Clemson affiliated veterans. We are proud to call them our friends and partners.
Meet our Veterans Advisory Board
Sandy Edge '72, Air Force (Ret)
Edward DeJulio, Air Force (Ret)
College of Business
