Auxilium Center for Entrepreneurship

Build Your Business at QCC

The Auxilium Center for Entrepreneurship is QCC’s hub for student-led innovation and business creation. We help students turn ideas into real ventures through mentorship, practical tools, and hands-on support. Whether you have a brand-new idea or an existing business, we’ll help you take the next step with clarity, confidence, and support.

Our mission is to empower QCC students and alumni to explore, launch, and grow entrepreneurial ventures by providing equitable access to mentorship, education, tools, and funding pathways.

How We Support You

At the Auxilium Center, you’ll gain practical experience, guidance, and connections to move your ideas forward.

Mentorship & Coaching
Work one-on-one with experienced entrepreneurs, alumni, and mentors to get personalized guidance and startup advising.

Workshops & Skill Building
Attend hands-on workshops and events focused on business planning, marketing, and entrepreneurship fundamentals.

Business Consulting
Get support with tools like the Business Model Canvas, business planning, and access to funding and accelerator pathways, including EforAll.

Pitch Development
Build and refine your pitch deck and present your ideas with confidence through coaching and pitch opportunities.

Student Entrepreneur Network
Connect with peers to collaborate, share ideas, and grow your network.

Who Should Get Involved

The Auxilium Center is open to:

QCC students with a business idea
Students curious about entrepreneurship
Alumni starting or growing a business
Community members interested in mentoring or partnering

Start Your Journey

Ready to take the next step?

Schedule a consultation
Join an upcoming workshop
Attend a pitch event

Why It Matters

Entrepreneurship creates opportunity—not just for individuals, but for our community.
The Auxilium Center helps students build skills, confidence, and real-world experience while contributing to a stronger local economy.

How to Get Started

Start Your Journey:

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.

Complete the Intake Form

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.

Student Spotlight

Kenia Carvajal Program: Business Administration Venture: Faithful Acts Kenia Carvajal is a Business Administration student at QCC and a dedicated entrepreneur who has already successfully launched an operating, community-focused business. Kenia’s work is a powerful example of how entrepreneurship creates opportunity—not just for the individual, but for the entire community. Driven by a mission to provide accessible and trustworthy services, Kenia leverages her deep ties to the communities she serves to empower individuals and small businesses alike. Her entrepreneurial philosophy is built on education, cultural competency, and creating a meaningful, long-term impact. Business Spotlight: Faithful Acts Faithful Acts is a bilingual professional services business that serves as a vital resource for immigrant and underserved populations. By combining several essential services into one trusted solution, Kenia helps her clients navigate complex systems with ease. Faithful Acts provides: Essential Professional Services: Tax preparation, immigration assistance, translation, and notary services. Bilingual Support: Removing language barriers to ensure clients have equitable access to critical information and documentation. Trust-Based Growth: Currently operating with consistent demand, the business continues to expand through strong client relationships and referral-based growth. Kenia’s success highlights the Auxilium Center’s commitment to supporting students at every stage of their journey—whether they are exploring a brand-new idea or growing an existing business.
Mallory Callahan Program: Business Venture: Float Lab Mallory Callahan is a QCC Business student who is leveraging her extensive background in hospitality, administrative support, and management to create a unique niche in the fitness industry. Through her diverse professional experiences, Mallory has mastered the critical skills of customer service, operations, and organization—foundational elements for any successful startup. Mallory’s entrepreneurial vision is driven by a passion for building businesses that provide positive, inclusive, and engaging experiences for everyone. Her work aligns perfectly with the Auxilium Center’s mission to help students turn innovative ideas into real ventures through mentorship and practical tools. Business Spotlight: Bungee & Aerial Fitness Studio Mallory’s venture is a boutique fitness studio concept designed to disrupt the traditional workout market. By focusing on bungee fitness and aerial classes, the studio offers a fun, low-impact alternative that is accessible to clients of all fitness levels. Key features of the studio include: Accessible Fitness: Workouts that are easy on the joints while delivering a full-body experience. Confidence-Driven Environment: A welcoming atmosphere that prioritizes client confidence and community engagement. Market Innovation: A unique fitness experience that stands out in the local market, supported by the business planning and branding resources available at the Auxilium Center. By combining her operational expertise with a commitment to inclusivity, Mallory is building a fitness destination where everyone feels empowered to move.
Kelo Tibbs Program: Business Administration Venture: Repass Done Right – The Way You Want It Kelo Tibbs is a Business Administration student at QCC with a deep commitment to developing community-centered business solutions. Inspired by personal experiences, Kelo is dedicated to creating ventures that provide structure, accessibility, and genuine care in underserved service areas. As an emerging entrepreneur, Kelo is utilizing the resources at the Auxilium Center to refine his skills and learn how to build sustainable business models. His journey reflects the Center’s mission to help students turn meaningful ideas into real-world ventures through mentorship and practical tools. Business Spotlight: Repass Done Right – The Way You Want It Kelo’s venture, Repass Done Right, is a service-based business designed to support families during one of life’s most challenging moments. The venture focuses on organizing post-funeral gatherings (repasses) with compassion and efficiency. Key features of Repass Done Right include: Coordinated Venue Network: Building a trusted network of local venues to provide families with convenient and culturally appropriate options. Stress Reduction: Streamlining the organization process to reduce the burden on families during a time of grief. Addressing Service Gaps: Filling a critical need for organized, compassionate, and accessible repass services within the community. By focusing on "Repass Done Right," Kelo is demonstrating how entrepreneurship can create significant community opportunity and support those in need.