The Brook T. Smith Launchpad serves as Clemson University’s Entrepreneurship Hub. This dynamic space offers educational programs, networking opportunities, and support for students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the broader community. Entrepreneurs come from all backgrounds and experience levels, and they welcome individuals and teams from every stage of their journey. With world-class physical, virtual, financial, and human resources, they provide the tools needed to thrive in the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Their mission is to deliver impactful content, spark meaningful connections, foster collaboration, and launch ventures that shape both Clemson and the world.

In spring 2024, I started my small business, Pop Joy, a character-based entertainment and lifestyle brand where I sell merchandise of my original characters. I spend my time at the Launchpad to develop my products, run my shopify store, social media market, contact manufacturers and apply to pitch competitions as well as markets. I also photograph and film college of the week events to make into instagram reels.