Urban and Community Entrepreneurship Program-UCEP

09/04/2026

Our 25th Community Power to Prosper cohort is officially underway! 12 entrepreneurs came together for their first program session on July 15th, marking the start of IEE's 6-month Urban & Community Entrepreneurship certificate program. Get to know the members of this cohort on our blog:

The 25th Cohort of the IEE's Community Power to Prosper met for their first program session on Wednesday July 15, 2026. The 12 member cohort is currently

08/26/2026

Big thank you to Jason White with Chase for an amazing session on Marketing in a Digital World 👏

07/27/2026

Super excited to see CP2P alum, Tyler Coulverson as a speaker!

Join us in the Career, Business, and Nonprofit department at CLP- Main (Oakland) for a three-session mini conference to support Black business and nonprofit leaders in Pittsburgh! Come and learn from our panel and speakers, network with other professionals, and build community with other entrepreneurs.

07/06/2026

🚨 Last call! Applications for the 25th cohort of the Community Power to Prosper Program close Wednesday, July 8. Classes kick off July 15 — don't miss your spot! Apply now: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=ifT5nqDg606HzDpSYRL9DR1k6lfREZ5JtOl55T2gpUxUN1ZYQ1RPNURWSk9aTjRHQlExQ0VNQVAzVi4u&route=shorturl

05/18/2026

This free virtual cohort helps Pennsylvania entrepreneurs strengthen their credit and build a stronger foundation for future business financing.

Wednesdays: June 3, 10, 17, & 24
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Virtual Sessions

Learn more and apply by visiting https://www.jotform.com/form/261104553983155
Applications close on Wednesday, May 20.

05/11/2026

We are NOW accepting applications for the Community Power to Prosper Program starting July 15th! Application here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=ifT5nqDg606HzDpSYRL9DR1k6lfREZ5JtOl55T2gpUxUN1ZYQ1RPNURWSk9aTjRHQlExQ0VNQVAzVi4u&route=shorturl

01/14/2026

Last chance to apply! ⏰ Applications close January 21
Are you an established small business owner looking to strengthen your leadership skills and grow sustainably? The Community Power to Prosper Program is a no-cost, six-month business education program designed to help you increase revenue, profits, and jobs. 👉 Apply by January 21 and invest in your business, your people, and your future:

The Urban & Community Entrepreneurship Program is a resource for local businesses in underserved and moderate-income communities.

12/11/2025

🎓 Last night we honored our amazing Class of 2025 EFC graduates! So proud of everything they’ve accomplished. ✨ P.S. There’s still time to join EFC 2026! Check out this link for more info: https://www.entrepreneur.pitt.edu/centers/entrepreneurial-fellows-class/

12/08/2025

The IEE’s Urban & Community Entrepreneurship Program (UCEP) graduated its 23rd cohort of the Community Power to Prosper program last week with a ceremony at the University of Pittsburgh Community Engagement Center in Homewood. Read more about the graduating cohort here:

Front Row, from Left: Danielle Alston, Kennola Slater, Denyne Pollard, Shamiah Coulverson; Second Row: Annia Aleman (Director, Pitt SBDC), Carol A.

06/13/2025

Applications are now open for Community Power to Prosper 2025!

Classes start July 16 and meet every Wednesday at the Homewood Community Engagement Center.

CP2P is a 6-month business certificate program from Pitt’s The Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence designed for small business owners in Pittsburgh who are ready to level up — to manage, grow, and scale with confidence.

🔗 Learn more and apply today! Applications close on July 7!
https://entrepreneur.pitt.edu/centers/urban-community-entrepreneurship-program/

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