Start@Shea

About

Start@Shea cultivates the entrepreneurial mindset at Boston College and supports students who are interested in building, launching, and growing their ideas. Open to all majors and backgrounds, Start@Shea provides opportunities to think like an entrepreneur, develop practical skills, and join a community of peers and mentors who share a passion for innovation.

Programming follows a natural progression throughout the academic year. The journey begins with the Entrepreneurship Summit, a one-day conference featuring engaging speakers and workshops designed to spark entrepreneurial thinking. In October, the Elevator Pitch Competition invites students to share their ideas, even if they are just getting started. The Lab follows, offering a five-week program that guides students through the essentials of starting a venture and developing a minimum viable product.

In the spring semester, the Accelerator provides $1,500 in equity-free funding, weekly workshops, mentorship, and access to the Shea Center network. This program concludes with Demo Day, where students present their work to the community. Finally, the Strakosh Venture Competition awards $10,000 in funding and acceptance into SSC Ventures, which offers additional resources to help student ventures grow.

Start@Shea also engages with alumni founders who return to campus for talks and events, creating a vibrant and lasting network that supports entrepreneurial leaders long after graduation. Feel free to email startatshea@gmail.com with any questions.