Fostering entrepreneurship on College Hill and beyond Below are some of our offerings. We take no equity in our companies.
Founded in 1998, Brown EP has facilitated a wide array of activities on campus for nearly three decades to bring together like-minded individuals, instill the Brown community with a self-starter mentality, introduce entrepreneurship as a career path, and provide capital to student ventures. STARTUP@BROWN
A weekend long-conference that brings together innovative startups and talented students. At
06/06/2025
Kyron Medical is streamlining healthcare billing with AI-powered denial management. By automating the claims process, they help providers resolve insurance denials in minutes instead of months, reducing administrative burden and accelerating reimbursements. We’re proud to support Kyron’s mission to make healthcare operations more efficient with a Startup Grant from Brown EP. Swipe to learn more about Kyron Medical!
04/29/2025
🌎 Introducing LAUNCH@Brown: An International Pitch Competition!
Brown EP and LAUNCH Rhein-Main Germany are teaming up for LAUNCH@Brown—a weekend-long international pitch competition bringing together students from Brown and German partner universities to tackle global challenges through cross-cultural collaboration.
From May 2–4, randomly paired transatlantic duos will dive into bottom-up research, user validation, and co-creation—culminating in a 5-minute live pitch judged by industry leaders from both countries. Winning teams will receive $200/€200 prize packages, mentorship, and exclusive networking opportunities.
Register now! Link in bio.
04/28/2025
Join us tomorrow, April 29th from 6-6:50 PM for an exclusive talk with John Kim, a chief client officer and managing director at General Catalyst!
📍Nelson Center for Entrepreneuership, 4th Floor
04/15/2025
Our very own EP Vice-president will be moderating a fantastic conversation with Becca Millstein ‘16, founder of . Becca will share how she built her brand, made it to Shark Tank, and scored an investment from Van Wickle Ventures!
📆Thu, April 17 from 12-1 pm
📍HYBRID: Join us in-person at the Liz Lange Lexture Hall for free lunch or online via Zoom
Heads up: Becca will be joining us via Zoom!
04/09/2025
Got a great idea but need the funds to make it a reality? Bear Tank is your opportunity to bring it to life! Whether you’re just starting to brainstorm or have a tested prototype, applications are now open for startups. Submit your application by April 17 at 11:59PM ET for the chance to pitch your venture to a panel of expert judges and compete for funding 🧸 💸
Date: April 23, 6-8PM ET
Location: 85 Waterman St, Room 103
Application Deadline: April 17, 11:59PM
For more info, check out the application form linked in bio or scan the QR code.
And if you’re not a founder, mark your calendar! April 23, 6-8PM – come watch the next wave of startups pitch their ideas and compete for $1K in funding. We can’t wait to see you there!
04/08/2025
The time has finally arrived for the most ELECTRIC event of the semester—clear your schedules!
The Brown Entrepreneurship Program, in collaboration with Van Wickle Ventures, Innovation Dojo, and Brown Consulting Club, have rented out a venue downtown to host an entrepreneurship formal this Thursday!
Get ready for a night of high-energy fun, great music, and vibes that’ll scale fast. Get dressed up, bring your co-founders (aka your friends), and let’s turn this formal into a unicorn-level event.
Where: Twelve 21 Restaurant and Lounge (248 Atwells Ave, Providence, RI 02903)
When: THIS Thursday, April 10th @ 10 PM
*18+ to enter, 21+ to drink
Get your free ticket on the above QR code!
04/07/2025
Join us today from 5-6 pm to welcome Zachary Drew (Brown Class of ‘07) on Zoom where he’ll speak on B2B startups and strategy consulting. Zoom information can be found on the link in our bio! Hope to see you there! 🎉
04/06/2025
Come join us today for our first general body meeting after spring break! We’ll be diving into Fueling Growth: Strategies for Scaling and Outside Funding. We can’t wait to see you there!
04/03/2025
Join us next Wednesday from 5-6 pm to hear from student entrepreneurs Cezario C. Filho, Janya Kaur, and Felix Lee! They will share insights into their journeys and experiences. The panel will be in Friedman 201, and there will be food for attendees! Hope to see you there!
04/02/2025
Join Brown EP and Brown Students in Real Estate for an exclusive event featuring real estate titan Kenneth Gaw ‘92 - co-founder and President of Gaw Capital, one of the largest real estate private equity firms in the world. Kenneth will share insights into his professional journey, Gaw Capital’s global investment strategy, and key trends shaping the real estate market today. This is an extraordinary opportunity to learn firsthand about institutional real estate investing, fund management, and value-add strategies from one of the industry’s top leaders. Mr. Gaw will speak with us on April 4th from 5:30pm - 6:30pm in Friedman Auditorium in the Metcalf Research Building. Hope to see you there!
03/23/2025
It’s that time of the year again! ⭐️ On Friday, April 4th we’ll be heading on an all expenses covered trip to Boston. We will visit a variety of companies, from small start-ups to established enterprises, and connect with Brown alumni in the Boston area in fields including biotech, entertainment, VC, and interactive design. Specifically, the companies we will engage with this year are Vesigen Therapeutics, Acme Innovation, and Trivium Interaction! More information is on the application form.
Synapse is open to EVERYONE, regardless of your membership in EP. Be sure to apply by MONDAY, MARCH 31ST 11:59PM if you’re interested in joining us! We hope to see you there 🍀
Application Deadline: March 31, 2025
LINK TO APPLY: https://tinyurl.com/brownepsynapse
03/07/2025
Join us this Sunday for the fourth general body meeting of the semester! Have a startup idea but unsure of the next step? Stop by Liz Lange Lecture Hall from 8-8:30pm to learn about building an MVP and go-to-market strategies!