What We're About

Our meetings are fueled by lively curiosity and an enthusiasm for continuous growth. We create a collaborative environment where differing perspectives are not just welcomed, but actually essential to the conversation. Here, we work together to build skills and knowledge that will help members advance their own entrepreneurial pursuits, or get involved in somebody else's. Along the way, you can expect to build friendships with future innovators and leaders across various industries.

Mission Statement

Monterey Bay is a place where different worlds naturally come together. Just south of Silicon Valley, our region sits at the crossroads of technology, defense, agriculture, sustainability, tourism, and the ocean economy. The Peninsula attracts talented people from all over, including founders, engineers, researchers, and problem-solvers who are drawn here by both opportunity and quality of life. Because so many industries overlap here, entrepreneurship is not some abstract concept that we can't see. It is a real, practical skill that helps students turn ideas into action. That is why Cal State Monterey Bay is a powerful place to develop entrepreneurial thinking, so students can spot opportunities, adapt to change, and build solutions in a region where innovation actually happens. Our mission is to foster an environment that encourages entrepreneurial spirit and facilitates the growth of innovative projects.