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ABOUT US

We are a community of builders, innovators, and leaders at UCLA, united by a passion for entrepreneurship.
What We Do and Why

THE MISSION

Bruin Entrepreneurs is UCLA’s premier entrepreneurship organization. Since 2013, our mission has been to empower students of all majors and experience levels to turn ideas into ventures. We provide programs, mentorship, and access to the Los Angeles startup community through workshops, guest speakers, networking events, and an accelerator. Our goal is to create a collaborative environment where builders, designers, and business minds can launch impactful startups and strengthen UCLA’s role in the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

WHO WE ARE

We are a student-led community of founders, builders, and innovators. Some members are running startups, while others are exploring their first ideas. Through our accelerator, Startup Fair LA, and founder–investor dinners, we give students the support and network they need to test ideas, connect with the right people, and grow.

THE ADVANTAGE

We connect students directly with founders, investors, and accelerators in Los Angeles. We run Startup Fair LA, UCLA’s largest student-run startup career fair, and host founder–investor dinners that create real opportunities to build relationships. Our no-equity accelerator gives members mentorship and resources to launch ventures. We are building the startup community at UCLA.

OUR FAMILY

From founder dinners to trips to build sessions, socials, and pitch competitions, we do more than just build together, we are a family!

BE INCUBATOR

Ten week program that teaches the Foundational Principles of Entrepreneurship

Education

Our curriculum, resources, and workshops give founders the skills and knowledge to move their ideas forward. The program includes structured sprints and sponsored build sessions designed to help teams make real progress.

Mentorship

Each team is paired with experienced founders who provide one-on-one guidance and support throughout the development process.

Demo Day

The program ends with a Demo Day where founders pitch to a panel of investors, advisors, and entrepreneurs. This is a chance to gain visibility, build partnerships, and connect with top accelerators.

Community

Members get access to the Bruin Entrepreneurs network, including guides, professional connections, workshops, and a supportive community of peers who are also building startups.

VCs — Here’s a sample of our
frequent assignments

Startup Scouting

Identify high-potential startups that match your thesis and stage preferences.

Due Diligence

Comprehensive commercial, technical and financial checks before you invest.

Customer / Expert Call Validations

Third-party validation calls with customers and domain experts to test claims.

Team Pedigree Verification

Third-party validation calls with customers and domain experts to test claims.

Value Proposition Pressure Testing

Rapid experiments and interviews to stress-test product-market fit and messaging.

Industry & Competitive Landscape

Market sizing, competitor mapping and strategic opportunity highlights.

Technology & IP Differentiation

Technical assessment and IP analysis to understand defensibility and novelty.

Value Proposition Pressure Testing

Rapid experiments and interviews to stress-test product-market fit and messaging.

Industry & Competitive Landscape

Market sizing, competitor mapping and strategic opportunity highlights.

Technology & IP Differentiation

Technical assessment and IP analysis to understand defensibility and novelty.

READY TO JOIN OUR
COMMUNITY?

We’re always looking for exceptional builders who want to make a real impact.
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