WSI Innovator Network
Connect with fellow innovators, access excusive opportunities, and continue your entrepreneurial journey with the NFTE/WSI Community
The Alumni Network
Join a global community of innovators who are changing the world through social innovation and entrepreneurship
Connect
Build relationships with
fellow alumni, mentors,
and industry leaders who
share your passions.
Alumni directory access
(18+)
Virtual Networking Events
Advisor matching
Grow
Access resources and
opportunities to continue
developing your skills,
ideas, and ventures
beyond WSI.
Exclusive workshops
Skill Development
Resources
Funding Opportunities
Give Back
Share your experience and
expertise with the next
cohort of innovators.
Volunteer with WSI (18+)
Judge Competition Entries
(25+)
Lead Workshops (18+)
Share Your Story
Alumni Opportunities
Free NFTE Alumni Course: MAKE IT REAL Business Development
Starts Monday, Oct. 19 @ 5:00 PM EST
Are you 17–24 and ready to launch your business or strengthen your entrepreneurial mindset? NFTE alumni are invited to the MAKE IT REAL Business Development Course, a free, immersive virtual program designed to help you create a practical, launch-ready business plan.
Why join?
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Step-by-step guidance from idea to launch
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Free mentorship from NFTE’s Volunteer Professional Network
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Free BizPlan.com subscription
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Guest speakers sharing real entrepreneurial experiences
Instructors: Egbert Wetherborne & Arnie Abram
Seats are limited! Reserve your spot or ask questions: arniea@nfte.com
SXSW EDU Student Impact Challenge
SXSW EDU is accepting applications for its Student Impact Challenge now through October 26! The competition celebrates student achievement and agency in solving the most pressing social, economic, and environmental challenges by providing a platform for high school students to showcase their innovative ideas. The challenge invites students to submit their idea for a current project or business that is making an impact in their community and provides students with a remarkable opportunity to pitch their idea in front of a panel of judges, as well as a live audience at SXSW EDU 2026, March 9-12 in Austin, Texas.
