Founders In Action

“USC Marshall has given me an ever-growing network of like-minded individuals who have inspired me in my entrepreneurial journey. I continue to meet alumni all over the world, and it’s been amazing to be inspired by their diverse, global perspectives while I continue my entrepreneurial adventure.”

“At Marshall, there’s marketing, there’s business operations, there’s finance, accounting, all these things that are not only useful to help me build UpDonor, but to also understand the customers a little bit better.”

“I think the two major communities I’ve had in my career have been the [Trojan Network], and then also the beauty community. So much of what has been important in my career has been other people helping me along the way.”

“I returned to USC in January to join the prestigious FIM program, where I focused on developing my skills and expanding my network to further grow my business, Bahamii.”

“After graduating, I am deciding to do exactly what USC Marshall taught me — turn my entrepreneurial visions into a reality. In April, my co-founder (a fellow Trojan) and I will be launching Wholistic Renewal, a holistic health coaching business.”

“The MSEE program created the practical foundation of how to evaluate opportunities and learning from successful entrepreneurs on how they executed their vision that has given me the confidence to go after my own dreams.”

“USC Marshall has impacted my journey greatly. The Trojan Network is unparalleled, and I have endless support from my friends, peers, and professors.”

“I want to eventually be able to give away tens of thousands to each winner, so that winning the scholarship isn’t just prestigious but meaningful in helping pay for an individual’s education.”

“For anybody that is feeling like they’re not in the right place, keep going because you’ll know when you find that [special] place and that place for me was Marshall and entrepreneurship and innovation.”

“I left USC feeling like I had a serious advantage when it came to launching and running my business. I have kept in touch with many of my professors, most of whom have now become brilliant mentors to me during my entrepreneurial journey.”

“The MSEE program created the practical foundation of how to evaluate opportunities and learning from successful entrepreneurs on how they executed their vision that has given me the confidence to go after my own dreams.”