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Student Entrepreneurship CenterIndirect supportNo equityVerified

Center for Entrepreneurship

Also known as: CFE, Monmouth Center for Entrepreneurship

Monmouth University · West Long Branch, NJ

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  • Indirect support only
  • No equity required
  • Currently active
  • Verified by research

Key numbers

Funding range

$0 – $0

Non Dilutive Grant

Equity

None

Application

Rolling

Campus Wide

Last activity

2026

High confidence

Center for Entrepreneurship

Program Type

student-entrepreneurship-center

Institutional Scope

Monmouth University, Leon Hess Business School, West Long Branch, NJ. Serves students across all 33 majors.

Description

Central entrepreneurship hub at Monmouth University, reimagined and relaunched ~2022 under director Alison Gilbert. Offers two pathways: Personal Inc. Path (skill development for any career) and Business Impact Path (venture building from idea to MVP to market-fit). Houses the E-Lab Venture Development Program (flexible self-paced venture development) and organizes the annual HawkTank pitch competition. Serves 100+ entrepreneurs through its various programs. Director Gilbert was named to ROI-NJ's ROI Influencers: Women 2026 list.

Key Details

Detail Value
Director Alison Gilbert
Home Leon Hess Business School, Bey Hall 127
Founded / relaunched ~2022
Entrepreneurs served 100+
Paths Personal Inc. Path, Business Impact Path
Key program E-Lab Venture Development Program
Director recognition ROI-NJ Women Influencers 2026

Resources Provided

  • One-on-one coaching and mentorship
  • E-Lab Venture Development Program (self-paced)
  • HawkTank pitch competition entry
  • Networking and community events
  • Jersey Shore Tech and Design lightning talks

Funding Details

No direct funding from CFE. HawkTank provides cash prizes (~$10K pool). Underserved Communities Accelerator ($640K federal) provides programming.

Curriculum / Structure

Rolling engagement. Students fill out interest form → meet with director → engage in E-Lab at own pace. HawkTank has annual spring cycle.

Eligibility

Monmouth University students of any year and any major. Community entrepreneurs via specific programs.

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