Where Belmont students
learn to build things
that matter.

#1 in Tennessee · #26 Worldwide

The Cone Center empowers students and alumni with the entrepreneurial mindset and the skills to build and deploy transformative ideas.

Entrepreneur
Pipeline

Dream it. Build it. Grow it. A step-by-step guide to turning an idea into a venture — open to every major.

Let’s go →

All students welcome. Mentors, events and the tools to grow a business — every other Friday through the fall.

Next meeting Sept 11 · 10:00 AM

I’m a founder →

900+Alumni
Businesses

Founded across 135 cities and 8 countries. That’s the Belmont entrepreneurial spirit at work.

Meet our alumni →

Learning Lab

Belmont’s entrepreneurship program extends beyond the classroom with two student-operated stores, House Of and Bruin Bodega. Running them, students learn the ins and outs of being a business owner — from finances and inventory to marketing and community relations.

The Bruin Bodega storefront on Belmont Blvd

The ribbon-cutting at the Bruin Bodega opening

Inside House Of, with jewellery displays and clothing racks

Inside Bruin Bodega, with its orange checkerboard floor

The House Of shop floor, looking towards the windows

A student checking out a customer at House Of

Cold-pressed juice from local makers at Bruin Bodega

Racks of clothing by the windows at House Of

Shelves of local and alumni-made products at Bruin Bodega

Display tables and clothing rails at House Of

Clothing and accessories laid out at House Of

Entrepreneurs
in Residence

Available to mentor and guide any Belmont student — whether you're just starting out or have been running your business for years, our EIRs provide practical advice and support.