The Carlsen Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship

We serve as a regional hub and platform for providing approachable and accessible entrepreneurial education, community, and support to enable startup founders of all backgrounds to explore and launch their businesses.

Mission: To make innovation and entrepreneurship pervasive throughout the Greater Sacramento Region

Vision: To be the premier hub for regional innovation and entrepreneurship in the country

Purpose: To educate, support, and build the next generation of impact-driven entrepreneurs