Start a Chapter

Passionate about entrepreneurship and community building? Bring the spirit of Harvard Alumni Entrepreneurs (HAE) to your local area by starting a chapter. This is your chance to create a vibrant hub where like-minded alumni can connect, collaborate, and grow together. By founding a chapter, you'll play a key role in fostering innovation, sharing knowledge, and building a supportive network that can make a lasting impact in your community.

Why Start a Chapter?

• Build Connections: Unite local alumni who share your passion for entrepreneurship and create opportunities for collaboration.
• Foster Growth: Host events, workshops, and networking sessions that provide valuable insights and resources for entrepreneurs at every stage.
• Lead the Way: Position yourself as a leader in your community by spearheading initiatives that drive entrepreneurial success.
• Make an Impact: Empower local entrepreneurs and contribute to the global HAE network, making a difference both locally and beyond.

Get Started

Starting a chapter is easier than you think! HAE provides the support and resources you need to launch and grow a successful chapter. From event planning tools to promotional materials, we’re here to help you every step of the way.

Ready to make a difference in your community? Start your HAE chapter today and become a catalyst for entrepreneurial success in your area!

Chapter Goals

• Promoting, expanding, and maintaining a network of past, current and future Harvard entrepreneurs – alumni, students and affiliates;
• Enhancing the visibility of local Harvard entrepreneurs within the broader Harvard community and beyond;
• Increasing local alumni participation and investment in undergraduate, graduate and fellow alumni entrepreneur communities and events;
• Providing resources, programs and activities designed to advance entrepreneurship in the Harvard community in the region.

Application Process

1. All members of the proposed chapter must be full, paid members of HAE.
2. At least 15 alumni (from any Harvard school) are required to start a local chapter.
3. At least two members should be nominated for Chapter Co-Chair - positions. The other roles are Treasurer, VP of Committees, Events and Membership. Additional committees can be created based on member interest.
4. Members who are interested in a leadership position at the chapter can self-nominate.
5. Members of chapters must agree to abide by the Chapter Operations Manual, Conflict of Interest Policy, Code of Conduct, Non-Disclosure of personal alumni information and other agreements required by Harvard Alumni Association or HAE.

An alumnus who is unable to recruit enough members but is still interested in starting a chapter with the assistance of HAE may submit the application and, if approved by HAE will be recognized as a representative or point of contact for that city. HAE will facilitate the formation of a chapter by local interested alumni. Chapters may also exist as a virtual chapter (with online presence) until a sufficient number of alumni come together to form a physical chapter.

Before a chapter is formally announced, potential chapter Co-Chairs typically organize a few events in the area to gauge interest. HAE may be able to provide support for these events.

Please fill out the form for more information about launching a chapter in your city.