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Build your idea
Meet aspiring founders, independent creators, and experienced business owners who can help you think through your next move.
THE NYC COLLEGE NETWORK · STUDENTS TO FOUNDERS
Your next idea
deserves a network.
A place for New York City college students, future entrepreneurs, and emerging professionals to meet the people, ideas, and opportunities that can help shape what comes next.
You do not need to own a business—or already know your career path—to belong.
NEW YORK CITY · THE NEXT GENERATIONIdeas become possibilities through connection.
FROM CAMPUS TO COMMUNITY
Meet the people behind
your next opportunity.
Entrepreneurship does not always begin with a company. It can begin with a question, a portfolio, a class project, a professional introduction, or one person willing to share what they know.
MAKE YOUR NEXT MOVE
One network.
Many ways forward.
Bring your ambition, curiosity, and talents. Find a starting point that fits where you are today.
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Find your people
Make connections across healthcare, finance, media, technology, hospitality, the arts, and public service.
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Explore career pathways
Discover professional conversations, mentorship possibilities, internships, and real-world exposure as opportunities become available.
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Share what you create
Introduce your project, portfolio, publication, venture, or creative practice to a wider community.
YOU BELONG HERE IF…
You're building
what comes next.
Whether you are studying nursing, writing your first book, developing a business concept, or preparing for your first professional role, your perspective belongs in the room.
Introduce yourself- 01College seniors and recent graduates
- 02Students with an entrepreneurial idea
- 03Future healthcare and technology professionals
- 04Aspiring authors, artists, and media makers
- 05Student organizations and campus leaders
- 06Early-career professionals ready to give back
NOT JUST NETWORKING · A PATHWAY WITH PURPOSE
Meet a mentor.
Make your next move.
Students do not need another vague promise to “network.” They need a clear next step, access to people who know the field, and something meaningful to work toward. EHTB is developing focused mentorship pathways around real career and creative goals.
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For future entrepreneurs
Founder Launchpad
Pressure-test an idea, build a simple business model, and pitch it to experienced founders and business owners.
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For nursing and health students
Health Careers Bridge
Explore career options, prepare questions for working professionals, and learn about possible career-shadowing and professional development opportunities.
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For artists, writers, and performers
Creative & Culture Studio
Develop a portfolio, practice presenting your work, and connect with people across media, publishing, performance, and culture.
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For builders and problem-solvers
Tech & Digital Futures
Turn a class project or early concept into a case study, prototype, or portfolio piece with guidance from technology professionals.
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For community-minded changemakers
Leadership & Public Impact
Build communication and leadership skills while exploring civic, nonprofit, education, and community-based work.
THE EHTB PATHWAY MODEL
Connection should lead
somewhere.
- 01Choose your pathway
Tell us what you are studying, building, or working toward.
- 02Join a focused cohort
Take part in structured group sessions and guided professional conversations as cohorts open.
- 03Build proof of progress
Work toward a portfolio piece, pitch, career plan, project, or professional introduction.
- 04Showcase your next step
Share your progress and explore relevant opportunities made available by participating partners.
Mentorship cohorts and specific opportunities will be announced as mentor and institutional partners are confirmed. Joining the community expresses interest; it does not guarantee a mentor, internship, job, or placement.
HELP SHAPE THE FIRST COHORT
Your ambition is the starting point.
Join the free community and be ready to tell us which pathway you want to see launched first.
FOR COLLEGES, EMPLOYERS & COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Help open a door
for the next generation.
Colleges, employers, professional associations, cultural institutions, and local businesses can help create meaningful connections through career conversations, mentorship, project showcases, volunteer experiences, and future internship pathways.
START WHERE YOU ARE
Bring your ambition.
Build in community.
Join the free EHTB community and begin connecting with people who care about opportunity, culture, and the future of New York City.
Join the community