Our Services

To assist in growing local start-ups, The Thomas Entrepreneurship Hub provides education, personalized consulting, and networking opportunities, all within its modern state-of-the-art facility

Co-Working Space

Our Co-Working Space is located in the main lobby. It is a no-cost area open to the community and students at UNC Pembroke. Clients have access to our internet, restrooms and quiet area to research their entrepreneurial endeavors and business ideas.

Ideation Lab

The Ideation Lab is a place for the entrepreneurial community to gather, have fun, and inspire creativity. It features a colorful, relaxed atmosphere with state-of-the-art audiovisual technology, communication boards, and comfortable furniture. And if you get stuck, you can always Ask Google!

Office Space

At the Thomas Entrepreneurship Hub, we understand that a conducive workspace is vital for the growth and success of entrepreneurs and small businesses. Our Office Space section is designed to provide you with the perfect environment to cultivate your ideas, and drive your venture forward.

Business Advising

Welcome to our Business Advising section, where your success story takes center stage. At the Thomas Entrepreneurship Hub, we’re not just about providing office spaces; we’re your partners in growth, offering invaluable guidance and support to help your business thrive. Our team of seasoned advisors brings a wealth of experience across various industries.

Jumpstart Program

Our Jumpstart program is a 5-week, 12 milestone program that helps entrepreneurs develop their raw ideas into a well-developed, fully vetted business plan. During the first six weeks of the program, we focus on ensuring your idea is sound, including running it through our proprietary business simulation. Once the idea is qualified, we focus on generating demand, establishing management structure and control, and funding growth. The final product is business plan from which you can launch your business, gain funds, and manage your growth. In short, we help you start, grow and succeed!

"Big Dozen" Milestones

Ideas-To-Paper
Concept Optimization
First Pass Feasibility
“Waimoe” Business Simulation
Prototype “Fail Fast, Fail Cheap”
Death Threats Identified
Demand Generation
Financials
Management Controls
First Pass Business Plan
Funding Options
Final Business Plan

Maker's Space

Our Maker’s Space gives entrepreneurs a unique opportunity to create prototypes so they can “Fail Fast Fail Cheap” and optimize their idea for consumers, investors and manufacturers.