Nelson Center for Entrepreneurship

For Alumni

At the Nelson Center, our vibrant alumni community is a powerful force — supporting each other as founders, investors, advisors, and entrepreneurs at every stage of their journeys.

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For Alumni

At the Nelson Center, our vibrant alumni community is a powerful force — supporting each other as founders, investors, advisors, and entrepreneurs at every stage of their journeys.

Our alumni community is at the heart of entrepreneurship at Brown, and the Nelson Center for Entrepreneurship serves as your hub for meaningful engagement and connection.

Connect to a powerful global network of founders, investors, and innovators. We provide essential opportunities to fuel your own venture, connect with world-class peers, and amplify your impact on the next generation of Brown entrepreneurs. Whether you are advising current students, launching your next company, or investing in Brown-founded ventures, your engagement is the driving force of our community. 

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Give Back Through Engagement

Engaging with current students and ventures is a meaningful way to share your experience and support the next generation of Brown entrepreneurs. We work to connect alumni with students and ventures in ways that fit your interests, expertise, and availability — whether it's a one-time conversation, advising through office hours, or ongoing guidance. 

Interested in connecting with Brown student entrepreneurs?

Fill out the form below to let us know! Our connection opportunities often happen on a rolling, ad hoc basis, so even if we don’t reach out right away, we’ll keep your information on hand for future possibilities.

Apply to Be a Mentor
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Building networks and fostering collaboration among alumni.

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One-on-one advice and insights during our Mentor Roundtable event.

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Smiles and stories from our alumni network.

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An alumni judge sharing insights during the Brown Venture Prize competition.

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Bringing alumni and students together for an inspiring conversation on real-world entrepreneurial journeys.

Alumni Clubs & Associations

Stay actively connected to fellow alumni who share your passion for innovation and venture creation. These groups provide high-value networking and peer-to-peer learning opportunities, ensuring your connections from College Hill last a lifetime.

Brown Alumni Entrepreneurship Group (BAEG)

Tap into the Brown Alumni Entrepreneurship Group (BAEG), a volunteer-led network dedicated to inspiring, connecting, and empowering Brown alumni ventures worldwide.

Through every stage of the journey, BAEG helps alumni Inspire, Connect, and Support one another.

  • Start your own venture, join a startup, invest, or explore your path
  • Discover insights and opportunities built for your journey
  • Connect with alumni who’ve been where you are

Brown Angel Group (BAG)

Brown Angel Group is a diverse, global network of Brown University alumni who invest in startups founded by Brown alumni. Brown has an exceptional track record of attracting and producing highly successful startup founders, and we aim to support them as they build companies that will change the world.

Why Startups Seek BAG Support:

  • Capital: The group pool funds into Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) to provide essential financial backing for ambitious, world-changing ventures founded by Brown alumni.
  • Connections: BAG's diverse, global network of members offers extensive professional access to potential customers, top-tier candidates, and critical domain experts.
  • Community: Entrepreneurs supported gain access to a powerful network of talented Brown founders for learning, mentorship, and shared journey insights.

Celebrating Mentorship

Each year, the Nelson Center honors exceptional mentors through the Barrett Hazeltine Mentoring in Entrepreneurship Award.