Leadership Opportunities
EO offers a variety of leadership roles that empower members to step up, guide others, and contribute to the organization’s success while enhancing their personal leadership skills. Leadership opportunities are available at the chapter, regional, and global levels, giving members a chance to develop in different contexts and with varied responsibilities.
- EO Accelerator Program
- Global Student Entrepreneur Awards (GSEA)
- Mentorship and Coaching Opportunities
EO Accelerator Program
The EO Accelerator Program is designed for early-stage entrepreneurs who are striving to grow their businesses to exceed US $1 million in annual revenue. It provides participants with mentorship, structured educational content, and community support. The program covers four main areas of focus: strategy, people, execution, and cash.
- Eligibility: Members must be founders or co-founders of businesses with annual revenue ranging between $250,000 and $1 million.
- Program Features: Quarterly learning days, access to top entrepreneurial resources, and personalized mentorship from seasoned EO members.
The EO Accelerator Program is a unique opportunity for both participants and EO mentors, providing a platform for experienced entrepreneurs to guide the next generation of business leaders.
Global Student Entrepreneur Awards (GSEA)
The Global Student Entrepreneur Awards (GSEA) is a competition for college students who own and operate businesses while attending school. It is designed to recognize and support the efforts of young entrepreneurs and provide them with mentorship and resources to grow their businesses.
- Who Can Participate? Full-time university students who run their own companies.
- Competition Structure: Students compete in local, national, and global competitions, where they present their businesses to a panel of judges.
- Benefits: Mentorship, feedback from experienced entrepreneurs, and a chance to win significant cash prizes and other resources.
The GSEA program provides EO members with the opportunity to serve as mentors, judges, and coaches, inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs.
Mentorship and Coaching Opportunities
EO provides numerous ways for members to engage in mentorship, whether through structured programs like the EO Accelerator or by informally sharing expertise with peers.
- Mentorship Benefits for Mentees: Gain insights from more experienced entrepreneurs, get strategic advice, and develop your business acumen.
- Mentorship Benefits for Mentors: Deepen your own understanding of leadership and business, give back to the entrepreneurial community, and build meaningful connections.
Leadership roles within EO help members broaden their influence, refine their leadership styles, and create lasting change within the organization and beyond.