Ep 129 What Is The STRIVE Program?

On this episode of the Palmetto Guardian we talk with Maj. Karla Evans about the STRIVE program, what it offers to members of the guard, and how aspiring entrepreneurs can attend the six week course free of charge. The Palmetto Guardian is hosted by Pfc. Ana-Grace Catoe and Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver with the South Carolina National Guard Public Affairs office.

0:00 - Intro

1:15 - What is the STRIVE program?

3:47 - Is there a limited amount of seats per class because it is free?

4:30 - How frequent is the class offered? How can interested soldiers find information?

5:40 - How can people apply? Is there any reason why someone would not get accepted?

6:30 - When does the next class start?

7:30 - How frequent are the Saturday and Monday classes?

7:42 - Aside from this upcoming course, when is the next scheduled course?

7:49 - Are there multiple courses scheduled a year?

8:06 - What does the curriculum involve?

8:38 - Do you receive a certificate upon completion of the course?

9:16 - Do we know anyone personally that has completed the course and gone on to start their own business?

12:25 - Were there any students in your class that had previous business experience and still found the course to be helpful?

13:02 - What advice would you give to those nervous about signing up for the course?

Contact STRIVE:

Dr. Kasie Whitener - [email protected]

Dr. Jeff Savage - [email protected]

Application - https://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/moore/research_and_centers/centers/faber_entrepreneurship_center/strive_program.php