The Lepage Entrepreneurial Assistance Program (LEAP) is an innovative outreach initiative designed to extend the Lepage Center's impact beyond the Tulane campus. LEAP connects entrepreneurs and small businesses with Tulane University's resources and expertise, with a particular focus on serving those outside Orleans Parish. The program provides accessible, tailored technical assistance to businesses at various stages of development, from pre-revenue startups to growth-stage companies.
LEAP is staffed by graduate-level Lepage fellows who work directly with entrepreneurs to address their specific needs. The program offers comprehensive support in areas such as marketing, financial planning, competitive analysis, strategy development, and valuation. LEAP's structure is designed to accommodate the busy schedules of entrepreneurs, with a mix of in-person and virtual meetings.
For Tulane students, LEAP offers valuable opportunities to gain hands-on experience in business consulting. Interested students can apply through the Lepage Student Fellows program. LEAP actively collaborates with regional economic development organizations to expand our reach and impact. We welcome partnerships with organizations that share our mission of fostering entrepreneurship and economic growth in our community.
For more information about LEAP or to get involved, please contact Erica Buher at ebuher@tulane.edu.
