The Hill Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
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The Hill Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
The Hill Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship is the central entrepreneurship hub at Furman University. A nationally awarded institute that develops innovative and entrepreneurially minded leaders through experiential learning programs, pitch competitions, new venture accelerators, and thought leadership forums. Key metrics: 233 ventures launched/accelerated since 2020, 47 active industry partners in 2025, 382 program graduates, 150%+ increase in incoming student interest since 2023.
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The Hill Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship is the central entrepreneurship hub at Furman University. A nationally awarded institute that develops innovative and entrepreneurially minded leaders through experiential learning programs, pitch competitions, new venture accelerators, and thought leadership forums.
Key metrics: 233 ventures launched/accelerated since 2020, 47 active industry partners in 2025, 382 program graduates, 150%+ increase in incoming student interest since 2023.
Claims Supported
The Hill Institute is the central entrepreneurship organization at Furman, administering programs including Paladin Pitch, GVL Starts, FutureX, Clemens Fellowship, Innovation Academy, and Furman's Next Big Idea.
Evidence Limits
Official university page. Metrics are self-reported by the institute.