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1 Newly expanded to Montgomery College! UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND PRINCE GEORGE S COMMUNITY COLLEGE Annual Report to the Community Entrepreneurship Leadership Scholarship Outreach Excellence Success Innovation

2 The Hillman Entrepreneurs Program provides Prince George s Community College students with an extraordinary opportunity to follow their dreams, reach new heights, expand their academic accomplishments, and achieve their future business aspirations. With the assistance and guidance of our experienced faculty and dedicated mentors here on campus, current students remain focused on their educational goals, and others have graduated and transferred to the University of Maryland College Park. I am a firm believer that our students are our greatest asset, and I am thrilled to share in this partnership supported by the David and Suzanne Hillman Foundation. This collaboration will allow us to continue to nurture and support future entrepreneurs. Charlene M. Dukes, President Prince George s Community College Instilling the value of innovation and entrepreneurship across the University of Maryland is one of my highest priorities. The Hillman Entrepreneurs Program inspires students in Prince George s County to develop their talents and promote this entrepreneurial vision. The program continues to enrich the capabilities of our students, our faculty, and the Maryland business community. I commend David and Suzanne Hillman for their creativity and leadership in launching this terrific program. Wallace D. Loh, President University of Maryland, College Park 2

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4 The Hillman Entrepreneurs Program Supporting & Developing Aspiring Entrepreneurs The David H. and Suzanne D. Hillman Family Foundation created the Hillman Entrepreneurs program by partnering with the University of Maryland (UMD) and Prince George s Community College (PGCC). Since 2006, the program has supported students who might not otherwise be able to afford a college education by starting their college career at PGCC on full scholarships, including books, and then supporting them in a seamless transfer to UMD in pursuit of their bachelor s degrees. The Hillman Entrepreneurs Program is a vibrant community of students who share a common entrepreneurial mindset but have a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and aspirations. Through the Hillman Family Foundation s generous donations, students receive scholarships, one-on-one academic mentoring, assistance in securing internships, and a unique series of entrepreneurship courses designed specifically to develop them into successful entrepreneurs and community leaders. Equally important, the program establishes a rich social academic network of like-minded peers who will carry the legacy of the program into their communities as alumni. 4

5 Hillman Entrepreneurs Student Profile Hillman Entrepreneurs come from a variety of academic, personal and family backgrounds, but all share a passion for entrepreneurship, ethics and leadership, along with a desire to give back to the Maryland and Prince George s County communities. Students repeatedly cite interactions with their Hillman colleagues as one of the most important and beneficial attributes of the program. Hillman Entrepreneurs by the Numbers Average Age: 23.7 years old Age Range: 18 to 40 years old Race and Ethnicity: percent African American, percent Hispanic, 7.02 percent Asian American, 5.26 percent white, 3.51 percent Middle-Eastern. Gender: 50 percent female First Generation College Graduate: 33 percent 3.51% Middle-Eastern 5.26% Caucasian 10.53% Hispanic 73.68% African American innovation 7.02% Asian American

6 Student Profile: Qamber Sikander Current Status with the Hillman Entrepreneurs Program: Second semester Academic honors: Hillman Entrepreneur Scholar, PGCC Student Ambassador, Herb Block Scholar. Academic goals: My academic goals are to receive my Associate s Degree in Business Administration at PGCC and continue my studies at the University of Maryland, where I plan to dual major in Marketing and Management with a 4.0 GPA. Future dreams: I have two dreams I want to achieve. My first dream is to own my own hotels around the world. My second dream is to have my own car design company, where we design and build one-of-a-kind futuristic cars. Along with these two dreams, I want to open a non-profit organization with the purpose to help end child hunger, not just in America, but around the world. speakers share their experiences as entrepreneurs. What s more, they also share insights to planning and beginning your business. Through these networking meetings, I have enhanced my communication skills, which in business is important. My second favorite part of the program is the family atmosphere it creates. All of the Hillman scholars are extremely helpful and friendly. I do not believe that there is any other initiative like the Hillman Entrepreneurs Program, and I am grateful and proud to be part of it. Is there anything special you would like to tell the Hillmans? This program brings out the best in students and encourages them to do their best. I am very enthusiastic and proud to be a member of the Hillman family. This program really helped me with my high school transition to college. The program is a life-changing experience, and I am grateful to have this opportunity. I look forward to giving back what the Hillman Entrepreneurs Program has given to me. How has the program helped you in moving towards your dreams? This program has given me all the necessary steps and tools I need to achieve my dreams. It has helped financially by paying for all of my tuition, which has allowed me to focus on my grades and goals. Through the program, I have met various business-oriented and hard-working people that share the same passion I have. Everything I learn from this program I know will help me in the future. What has been your favorite part of the program? First, the networking meetings where we have guest

7 Student Prince Profile: George s April Chaires Community College Prince George s Community College serves as the starting point for aspiring Hillman Entrepreneurs. Any PGCC student (or prospective student) who is a Maryland resident is eligible to apply. Students must complete a rigorous application process. Once accepted, PGCC students are immersed in the Hillman experience, including Monday night networking events, specialized courses in leadership and entrepreneurship, community service opportunities, and financial assistance for internships. During , 22 new students were admitted to the Hillman Entrepreneurs Program, each with a unique and creative perspective, ready to contribute their talents to building a better Maryland community. A total of 152 students have been admitted since Fall PGCC Students Active in Their Communities Hillman Entrepreneurs are continuing to give back to the community through volunteering in a variety of community partnerships. In the fall of 2010, Hillman students participated in the GEAR UP program, which provides early intervention services to low-income students to prepare them for entering and succeeding in postsecondary education. At the request of PGCC s Dean of Developmental Math, Hillman Entrepreneurs students hosted a workshop for students from Fairmont High School and Central High School when they came to Prince George s Community College. That workshop included activities related to entrepreneurship, as well as presentations about the Hillman Entrepreneurs Program. In the spring of 2011, students participated in planning a community event for career advising in the college and local community, as well as ongoing recruitment for the Hillman Program and the community college. Later in the year, PGCC students from the Hillman Program participated in the county s Public Safety Assistance Program and helped prepare food baskets for local area residents.

8 Student Profile: Diane McCown Current status with the Hillman Entrepreneurs Program: Final year at Prince George s Community College. Academic honors: Hillman Entrepreneur Scholar, PGCC Student Ambassador, Herb Block Scholar. Current leadership activities: President, Campus Activities Board; member and founder of Fashion Fabrics Community Outreach; voting member of the Student Affairs Finance Board; Executive Committee member for Women of Wisdom; member of the Smoking Policy Committee; member of Traffic Appeals Committee; member of the Pathways to Leadership Program. Academic honors: Honors Program, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. Academic goals: Complete Prince George s Community College in May 2013 with three Associate s Degrees: General Studies, Hospitality Management, and Psychology. I plan to pursue a bachelor s degree in psychology at the University of Maryland. Current career: CEO & Founder of Every Need Is Met Inc. and Owner, Exclusive by Design Special Events. Future dreams: I will grow my non-profit organization and continue to help children and families in the community. I will open a center for children and families in the DC Metro Area. I want to give back to the community all that it has given to me. I love community service and will remain an advocate for service. One of my goals is to own an event facility in the Maryland area that resembles a country club setting. I love planning events, and will continue to grow my event planning and catering business. How has the program helped you in moving towards your dreams? The Hillman Entrepreneurs Program has helped me by giving me the opportunity to complete my college degree and be an example to my children about how important education is in life. The program has also opened up opportunities for me to network with like-minded entrepreneurs. The classes that are offered as part of the Hillman scholarship are priceless in my leadership and business development. What has been your favorite part of the program? My favorite part of the program is the networking events that we participate in a few times a month. They give you the opportunity to meet business leaders from the community, as well the chance to brainstorm with each other about business ideas and experiences. The paid tuition and books are definitely another terrific part of the program. Is there anything special you would like to tell the Hillmans? I would like to thank the Hillmans for the opportunity to be a part of this dynamic program. I was considering leaving school due to financial reasons before I received this scholarship. With this scholarship and the opportunities that come with it, I was able to return to school and continue my studies and for that I am forever indebted. The Hillman program is an awesome program and I hope to have one just like it named after me one day.

9 University of Maryland The University of Maryland polishes and builds upon the foundational skills learned by Hillman Entrepreneurs at PGCC. University of Maryland students have made their impact through award-winning business plans, academic honors and competitive internship placements. Program staff members at UMD help develop students to be attractive candidates for the job market or graduate school upon graduation through Hillman coursework on business and entrepreneurship, in addition to collaborative team activities. Fostering Intellectual and Entreprenurial Development through Collaboration Each week, UMD Hillman Entrepreneurs meet together for instruction on entrepreneurship and leadership, allowing them to strengthen relationships while sharing ideas. In addition, UMD has a student lounge dedicated to Hillman students, where they can interact with one another on a regular basis outside of the classroom. Students also participate in team-building activities. During , students and staff went on a ski trip, participated in athletic tournaments with other business programs, and went golfing together. Such an environment allows students to enhance their learning and grow collaboratively. leadership

10 Financials The Hillman Entrepreneurs program is largely funded through a generous gift from the Hillman Family Foundation. True to the Hillmans original vision, the majority of these funds are used for student scholarships, including full scholarships at Prince George s Community College and both partial need and merit-based scholarships at the University of Maryland. The Hillman Family Foundation also provides limited funding for students who obtain unpaid internships. Generous cash and in-kind support from UMD and PGCC totaled $222,315 in These funds provide additional support for the Program, including a dedicated student center Internship Funding 3% Student Enrichment 3% PGCC Scholarships 21% at UMD, administrative support staff at each campus, and technical support for a combined Blackboard page accessible by students from both campuses to foster cross- UMD Administrative Support 28% campus and alumni connections among Hillman Entrepreneurs. PGCC Administrative Support 18% UMD Scholarships 27% Start-Up Funding for Hillman Student Businesses In addition to scholarship support from the Hillman Entrepreneurs Program, students may apply for business startup grants from the University of Maryland Impact Pre-Seed Fund, established by successful entrepreneur Warren Citrin through a $250,000 gift.

11 Student Profile: Chandra C. Smith Current status with the Hillman Entrepreneurs Program: Smith is a senior at UMD, majoring in psychology with a minor in human development and a secondary minor in Technology Entrepreneurship, with 3.83 GPA. a Current leadership activities: CEO and Co-Founder of UMDTutor2GO; Founder and CEO of Moms Aid; CEO of Computing Master Mind. Academic honors: Associate of Arts, Psychology, Dean s List (2008-Present), Member of Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society, OASE/OMSE Academic Excellence Society, Golden Key National Honors Society, Psi Chi (Psychology Honors Society), Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Scholar, Mortar Board National College Senior Honor Society. Academic goals: To graduate from the University of Maryland with a bachelor s degree, then pursue my doctoral degree. Current career: Research Assistant Future dreams: Obtain my Ph.D. in psychology, create a non-profit- private practice focused on addressing the mental health disparities plaguing the minority community, and teach at a university and instill in students my enthusiasm for learning. How has the program helped you in moving towards your dreams? From an early age, I have been intrigued by the human mind and how it works. For example, at age nine, the question of What do you want to be when you grow up? drew the automatic, effortless answer of psychologist. This program has given me the key resources I need to make my dream a reality. What has been your favorite part of the program? This program is a unique opportunity and privilege that provides me with great mentors, hands-on experience and the knowledge of how to successfully implement a business. The knowledge I acquired from this program is priceless. Is there anything special you would like to tell the Hillmans? As a first-generation college student, I would like to thank you for giving me the opportunity to succeed.

12 Hillman Entrepreneurs Highlights Students Continue Meeting Academic Goals 12 UMD graduates during the school year, bringing the total number of graduates to 28 after three cohorts who have been in the program for four years average GPA at UMD, 2.70 average GPA at PGCC Selected individual highlights: -- Student awarded full-time scholarship to UMD through outside funding. -- Graduating student awarded Dean s Senior Scholar Award. -- Student published in peer-reviewed psychology journal. Many students continue to be admitted to UMD s prestigious Limited Enrollment Programs, including the Robert H. Smith School of Business, the A. James Clark School of Engineering, College of Education, Department of Communication and Department of Psychology.. Students Work to Accomplish Professional Dreams Student business plans were named semifinalists in both the Dell Social Innovation Competition and the Elevator Competition at Wake Forest University. One student was named by D.C. radio station WKYS to the top 30 under 30 best and brightest young African- Americans in the D.C. region. Students are participating in internships to gain professional experience. The Hillman Family Foundation provides funding to Hillman Entrepreneurs who obtain unpaid internships.

13 Student Profile: Changudra Smith Current status with the Hillman Entrepreneurs Program: Senior, Finance and Marketing; Minor in Technology Entrepreneurship, GPA: 3.93 Current leadership activities: Financial Services Fellows, CFO and Co-Founder of Moms Aid, Co-Founder of UMDTutor2GO. Academic honors: Associates of Science Degree in Business Administration, Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, Mortar Board Honor Society, OAES/OMSE Academic Excellence Society, Golden Key National Honors Society, Tau Sigma National Honor Society, Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society, Dean s List, 2008-Present. Academic goals: I look forward to continuing on a path towards personal and professional development at the University of Maryland. I plan to graduate with a double degree in Marketing and Finance and a Minor in Technology Entrepreneurship. Future dreams: After successfully graduating from the Robert H. Smith School of Business with honors, I will obtain a job within the financial services industry. Simultaneously, while working in my chosen field, I will be enrolled in a part-time MBA program. Earning an MBA would accelerate my career advancement efforts. After several years of gaining valuable experience working in the financial services industry, I would then launch my own financial consulting firm. Once my financial consulting firm achieves financial stability, I plan to add on a community service component that would allow the company to cater to individuals that cannot afford professional financial advice. How has the program helped you in moving towards your dreams? The Hillman Entrepreneurs Program has provided me with critical financial resources to help me complete my bachelor s degree. Before being accepted into the program, I could not focus solely on completing my undergraduate degree. Financial challenges prevented me from exclusively focusing on school. After enrolling in the program, I was able to achieve financial stability. Achieving financial stability gave me the opportunity to give my education my undivided attention. What has been your favorite part of the program? I enjoyed participating in team-building and networking opportunities. Overall, the program is an invaluable necessity for the up-and-coming entrepreneur. Is there anything special you would like to tell the Hillmans? I wholeheartedly thank you for your invaluable contribution. I will continue to strive to epitomize the values your organization stands for.

14 Student Satisfaction Students at both PGCC and UMD say they have an extremely positive experience in the program. Around 90 percent of students at both campuses were satisfied with the program. Students also gave the program very high marks for a strong sense of community and business courses on business plans and entrepreneurship case studies. Satisfaction by the Numbers Over 90 percent of students stated that they had a better understanding of business concepts, ethics and gained knowledge for their own entrepreneurial endeavors. Over 90 percent of students found program staff very responsive and helpful with long-term planning and financial aid. Roughly 80 percent of students are satisfied with the physical learning environments and technology. Program staff members at both campuses continue to receive high rankings for their mentoring and advising roles.

15 Hillman Entrepreneurs Graduates During , the program graduated 12 students from UMD. Students graduate with degrees in a wide variety of subjects, including family sciences, accounting, finance, applied mathematics and scientific computation, biology, business, and agricultural and resource economics. Post-Graduate Plans Hillman graduates expressed varied plans for their work after graduation: One graduate is currently in graduate school. Seven graduates are currently employed in a variety of fields, from software development to geology to consulting.

16 For more information on this innovative program, including on how you can support a deserving Hillman Entrepreneur through scholarship support, internship opportunities or mentoring, please contact: Welcome Montgomery College, effective spring semester, 2013! Ruth Lewis Hillman Entrepreneurs Program Director Prince George s Community College lewisrv@pgcc.edu tel: (301) academic.pgcc.edu/hillman Gül Branco Hillman Entrepreneurs Program Director Montgomery College HillmanProgram@montgomerycollege.edu tel: (240) cms.montgomerycollege.edu/hillmanprogram/ Carolyn Karlson Hillman Entrepreneurs Program Director University of Maryland ckarlson@umd.edu tel: (301)