Meet the Leadership of The Center for Entrepreneurship
Dr. Ray Smilor serves as the Executive Director of The Center for Entrepreneurship and is a prominent figure in the field of entrepreneurship. Dr. Smilor is the President of the Foundation for Enterprise Development, which specializes in creating and implementing entrepreneurship programs globally. He was also a tenured professor at the Graduate School of Business at the University of Texas, Austin, where he served as Executive Director of the IC2 Institute. Dr. Smilor has contributed significantly to the establishment of the Kauffman Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership and is a celebrated author with thirteen books on entrepreneurship, his latest being 'Daring Visionaries: How Entrepreneurs Build Companies, Inspire Allegiance, and Create Wealth'.
Key Organizations Associated with Our Leadership
The Foundation for Enterprise Development, led by Dr. Ray Smilor, has a rich history of fostering entrepreneurship through innovative programs and research. Established to promote the growth and sustainability of entrepreneurial ventures, the foundation has developed various initiatives that support new and existing businesses globally. The IC2 Institute at the University of Texas, Austin, is another key organization where Dr. Smilor has made an impact. This institute is recognized as a global think-tank for entrepreneurship and economic development, focusing on applying scholarly research to real-world challenges. The Kauffman Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership is renowned for its extensive work in nurturing entrepreneurial talent. As a part of the Kauffman Foundation, it provides educational resources, mentorship, and funding to aspiring entrepreneurs.