National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship

🌍 National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) Connecting Globally with Our Colleagues in the UK

We're excited to share that Dr. Rebecca Corbin, President & CEO of NACCE, will be the featured guest for the R.E.A.L. Entrepreneurs Fireside Chat, hosted by our colleague in the UK, Dr Winifred. A. Soribe, Founder & CEO of Winifred Soribe Consult.

Join the conversation as Dr. Corbin shares insights on:
✨ Leading through change
🤖 AI and workforce learning
🌍 Building entrepreneurial ecosystems
🎓 Higher education and innovation
🚀 Empowering the next generation

📅 Thursday, August 27, 2026
🕜 1:30–2:30 p.m. EDT
💻 Live on Zoom

NACCE looks forward to connecting with colleagues across the UK and beyond for this global conversation on entrepreneurship and innovation.
Registration link in the comments👇

NACCE Announcement! Last Call to Apply for the 2026 Ratcliffe Pitch for the Skilled Trades Competition! 🚨
The application deadline for the 2026 Ratcliffe Pitch for the Skilled Trades Competition is August 12, 2026.
NACCE member colleges have the opportunity to compete for a share of $150,000 in funding by pitching innovative projects that expand skilled trades education, apprenticeships, workforce pathways, and entrepreneurial opportunities in their communities. This year's competition also emphasizes inclusive innovation and data-driven proposals that create measurable economic impact.
Don't miss your chance to bring your bold idea to the national stage at the NACCE Annual Conference in Boston.
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📣 National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) | July in Review: Wellness Enrichment Month

As July comes to a close, we're reflecting on a meaningful month dedicated to Wellness Enrichment. From supporting our members and partners to connecting with local communities, the NACCE team embraced opportunities to promote well-being, collaboration, and entrepreneurial impact.

🎙 A Word from Our July Team Captain
Read the message from Katie Calabrese, Sr. Director of Verizon Programs at NACCE, as she shares her reflections and key takeaways from an inspiring month of wellness and engagement.

✈️ Where Was the NACCE Team?
This month, our team traveled from Maryland to Missouri and across North Carolina, including Beaufort and Durham, connecting with members, partners, and community leaders while advancing NACCE's mission.

📸 July Member Snapshot
Take a look at highlights from our NACCE member community and the moments that made this month memorable.

📅 Looking Ahead to August
There's plenty to look forward to! From exciting events to new opportunities for learning and connection, take a sneak peek at what's coming up next month.

📩 Stay Connected
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Innovation happens when visionary leaders come together to strengthen the future of workforce development!

NACCE was honored to visit fellow NACCE member St. Charles Community College and to be welcomed by Dr. Barbara Kavalier, President, at the St. Charles Community College Regional Workforce Innovation Center in St. Charles, Missouri.

Representing NACCE were Dr. Rebecca Corbin, CEO and President, and Dr. Trenton Hightower, Executive Director of Membership & Workforce Development. During their visit, they toured the Regional Workforce Innovation Center and met with Dr. Kavalier and the St. Charles Community College team to explore innovative workforce solutions and discuss the critical role community colleges play in preparing talent, supporting entrepreneurs, and driving regional economic growth.

As a valued NACCE member, St. Charles Community College continues to demonstrate how community colleges can lead through innovation, collaboration, and a strong commitment to student and workforce success.

Thank you to Dr. Kavalier, Shelley Machesn, and the St. Charles Community College team for your warm hospitality.

NACCE Master Class Alert: AI Is Changing Work. Human Skills Will Define the Future.
🤖 AI can automate tasks. But it can’t replace trust, empathy, communication, or the human connections that drive success.
In an AI-powered world, one of our greatest advantages is staying human.
Join NACCE for Human Skills in an AI World: Building Interpersonal Relationships Master Class, a four-part professional development series, presented by Carrie Root, Ph.D., HKN, designed to strengthen the skills that matter most: communication, collaboration, emotional intelligence, and relationship-building.
📅 September 14, 16, 21 & 23, 2026
⏰ 2:00–4:00 PM ET
💻 Virtual Master Class Series
Whether you’re leading a team, supporting learners, building partnerships, or navigating the evolving workplace, your ability to connect with others remains a powerful advantage.
Don’t just prepare for the future of work. Learn how to lead in it.
Register today at NACCE.com

🚨 Reminder: Registration is Open!
AI is transforming the way projects are planned, managed, and delivered. Now is the perfect time to build the skills employers are looking for.
Join A. Capello, PMP, Lean Six Sigma certified, and nationally recognized PMI presenter, for NACCE's Foundations of Project Management in the Age of AI Master Class.
📅 August 12, 19, 26 & September 2
🕑 Tuesdays | 2:00–3:30 PM ET
💻 Live Virtual | 4-Week Master Class
Whether you're new to project management, leading a team, or looking to use AI more effectively at work, this course will help you:
✅ Master modern project management fundamentals
✅ Learn practical AI applications for project success
✅ Build confidence in planning, scheduling, and managing risk
✅ Create a pathway toward certifications like PMP
No prior project management experience is required, just a willingness to learn.
⏰ Don't wait! Reserve your spot today and share this opportunity with a colleague who could benefit.
Registration link in the comments.

I’ve Been Laid Off… Now What? A Supportive “Right Now” Plan for Women (a Path into Skilled Trades) using SkillPointe

In the aftermath of company layoffs and cost-cutting measures, many are navigating a new reality and asking the same question: What's next?

SkillPointe is here to help with "Right Now" resources to move you toward new opportunities and a new future.

Here's where to start:

1️⃣ Take the Career Matching Quizzes Visual and AI Conversational tools to help shift your direction fast.
2️⃣ Explore Careers Translate your interests into concrete career pathways.
3️⃣ Find Training See how quickly you can retool, upskill, or reskill.
4️⃣ Access Financial Resources Scholarships and apprenticeships for displaced workers.
5️⃣ Start a Business Freelancing, contracting, or launching in skilled trades and services.

You can take proactive steps toward your next opportunity starting today.

👉 Visit SkillPointe today!

NACCE’s 2026 Pathways To Prosperity Summit Main Stage Highlight

🚀 Don't miss the Everyday Entrepreneur Program (EEP) Showcase: From Metrics to Momentum!
📍 Cleveland, OH | June 23–25, 2026
🔗 Follow the link in the comments to register!

The EEP is one of the fastest-growing and most impactful entrepreneur programs in the United States, and we want you to hear directly from the directors making it happen.

Expert directors from across the country will join a panel discussion to share how they are helping their programs grow and succeed, offering insights, strategies, and real-world experiences from leaders driving impact in both rural and urban communities. Since 2024, EEP has experienced remarkable momentum, and this showcase is a celebration of what's been built and a look at what's next.

This is a unique opportunity to learn from outstanding expertise you won't want to miss!

Moderated by EEP founder Stuart Weismiller (FL), the panel features Lydia Perez-Kavanagh, Project Coordinator, NACCE (IL), Sueann Graham, Ivy Tech CC -Bloomington (IN), Adam Diiulio, and Ronna McNair of Tri-C (OH).

Register now and join us in Cleveland!!

Free NACCE Webinar Alert
🍽️ Thinking about launching a food business? Don’t miss this opportunity to learn what it really takes to get started successfully.

📅 Thursday, May 21
⏰ 2:00 PM ET

Register using the link in the bio!

Sima Gandhi will present the “Start Smart: What It Really Takes to Launch a Food Business” webinar, sharing practical insights, lessons learned, and key steps for turning a food business idea into reality.

Sima Gandhi is the Co-Founder of Food Venture Accelerator and a seasoned entrepreneurship educator with extensive experience in eLearning, startups, branding, marketing strategy, and food venture development, as well as prior leadership at MaRS Discovery District supporting entrepreneurship education and innovation programs.

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, student, educator, or small business supporter, this session will provide valuable guidance for building a strong foundation in the food industry.