Turn your ideas into action. Build your business at QCC. The Auxilium Center for Entrepreneurship supports QCC students and alumni at every stage of the entrepreneurial journey—from exploring an idea to launching and growing a venture. We offer one-on-one consultations, business model development, pitch coaching, workshops, mentorship connections, and pathways to funding opportunities.
About Us
The Auxilium Center for Entrepreneurship is QCC’s hub for student-led innovation, business creation, and entrepreneurial skill-building. We help students transform ideas into viable ventures through personalized guidance, practical tools, pitch development, and connections to mentorship and external resources.
Whether you have a brand-new idea or an existing business, the Auxilium Center can help you take the next step with clarity, confidence, and support.
What We Offer
- One-on-one consultations and startup advising
- Business Model Canvas support and business planning
- Pitch deck development and pitch coaching
- Workshops and entrepreneurship events
- Mentorship connections and community resources
- Funding and accelerator pathways (including EforAll)
Mission
To empower QCC students and alumni to explore, launch, and grow entrepreneurial ventures by providing equitable access to mentorship, education, tools, and funding pathways.
Purpose
The Auxilium Center exists to:
- Support student entrepreneurs from idea to launch
- Reduce barriers to entrepreneurship through individualized guidance and resources
- Build entrepreneurial skills that translate into career and business success
Create opportunities for students to pitch, learn, and grow through real-world experiences
Values
- Access & Equity: Entrepreneurship should be accessible to all learners.
- Student-Centered Support: We meet students where they are and tailor support to their goals.
- Learning by Doing: Practical tools, feedback, and experiences drive growth.
- Community Impact: We support ventures that strengthen communities and solve real problems.
- Integrity & Accountability: Ethical business practice and responsible growth matter.
Auxilium Center Services
The Auxilium Center offers hands-on support designed to help students move from idea to execution.
Personalized support for:
- Idea validation and next-step planning
- Business strategy and goal setting
- Customer discovery and market research basics
- Startup planning and early decision-making
We help students define and strengthen key elements of their venture using tools such as the Business Model Canvas, including:
- Value proposition
- Target customers
- Revenue streams
- Key partners and resources
We support students preparing for competitions, accelerators, and presentations by helping them:
- Build or refine pitch decks
- Strengthen storytelling and clarity
- Practice pitch delivery
- Prepare with feedback aligned to judging criteria
Workshops and sessions may include:
- Business model basics
- Branding and marketing fundamentals
- Financial basics for entrepreneurs
- Customer engagement strategies
- Pitching and presentation skills
The Auxilium Center organizes and supports pitch competitions and showcase opportunities that help students gain experience, feedback, and visibility.
We connect students with mentors and community partners to strengthen entrepreneurial growth and professional networks.
We help students identify and prepare for resources such as:
- Campus pitch funding opportunities
- External competitions
- Accelerators (including EforAll)
- Regional entrepreneurship organizations and support programs
Events & Programming
The Auxilium Center hosts and supports entrepreneurship events designed to help students build skills, gain feedback, and grow confidence.
Examples of event types include:
- Pitch competitions and qualifying rounds
- Pitch practice sessions and open mic pitching
- Business planning and business model workshops
- Branding and marketing sessions
- Guest speakers and entrepreneur panels
- Student showcases and venture spotlights
Check back often for upcoming events and opportunities to participate.
Start the Process
Getting support from the Auxilium Center is simple:
1. Complete the Intake Form
2. Upload Your Business Model Canvas (If Available)
3. Meet With Us
4. Build Your Plan
The form includes a section for students to upload their Business Model Canvas to help us prepare for your meeting.
After you submit the form, we will follow up to schedule a one-on-one consultation. You’ll leave with clear next steps—whether that’s refining your business model, developing a pitch, setting goals, or pursuing a funding pathway.
Have Questions?
To learn more, drop in ot reach out to Rocky T. Knight, MBA, Director, Auxilium Center for Entrepreneurship.