Join Our Community Advisory Board: Be a Mission Advisor with Brownpreneurs

At Brownpreneurs, our mission is to empower students through entrepreneurship, innovation, and education. But we know that real impact only happens when we work hand-in-hand with the communities we serve. That’s why we’re excited to invite passionate, community-minded leaders to join our Community Advisory Board (CAB) as Mission Advisors.

Why a Community Advisory Board?

The CAB exists to be a bridge between Brownpreneurs and the community—ensuring that the voices, needs, and aspirations of students remain at the center of our work.

As a Mission Advisor, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our initiatives and helping us grow our reach and impact.

What Mission Advisors Do

Our CAB members serve as trusted advisors, bringing diverse perspectives and lived experiences to guide our programs. Specifically, Mission Advisors will:

1. Advocate for Students – Advise Brownpreneurs on issues directly affecting students in the communities we serve.

2. Strengthen Partnerships – Share knowledge and insights to help us build strategic relationships with schools, community organizations, local businesses, and key stakeholders.

3. Deepen Roots – Guide us in finding meaningful ways to embed Brownpreneurs within the entrepreneurial and educational sectors in Greater St. Louis and Atlanta.

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome educators, business leaders, community organizers, entrepreneurs, parents, and advocates who share our commitment to advancing opportunities for students. If you’re passionate about education, equity, and entrepreneurship—and want to help shape the future for the next generation of leaders—this is your chance to make a difference.

Why Join?

By becoming a Mission Advisor, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Influence how Brownpreneurs supports students and communities.

• Collaborate with like-minded leaders dedicated to social and economic equity.

• Build connections across education, business, and community sectors.

• Be part of a movement that equips young people to dream big and lead boldly.

Ready to Take Action?

We’d love for you to bring your voice, your expertise, and your vision to our Community Advisory Board. Together, we can create meaningful change for students and communities in St. Louis, Atlanta, and beyond.

👉🏽 Apply to become a Mission Advisor today!

Bring Your Grit & Passion: Become a Brownpreneurs Impact Agent!

We’re calling on changemakers, innovators, problem-solvers, and doers — it’s your time to shine! Brownpreneurs welcomes new Impact Agents (IAs) to join our volunteer team.

At Brownpreneurs, we refer to our volunteers as Impact Agents (IAs) because their presence has a profound effect on our organization and the lives of our students. IAs don’t just volunteer, they lead change. As an IA, your skills and expertise directly contribute to creating new pathways of opportunity for high school and college students now and in the future.

As a community-powered organization, we grow because of people like you — those with heart, grit, and a deep commitment to seeing youth aspire to greatness. If you’ve got passion, drive, and a desire to make a real impact, we want to hear from you.

MISSION

Our mission is to develop the next generation of entrepreneurs, one student at a time. We provide free entrepreneurial development training for high school and college students in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. 

Learn more at https://www.brownpreneurs.org/

WHO ARE IMPACT AGENTS (IAs)?

Impact Agents (IAs) are the bold, behind-the-scenes force driving our work forward. Whether you're tech-savvy, a natural networker, an event wizard, or someone who thrives on structure, there’s a role for you. This is a flexible, remote-friendly opportunity for anyone ready to pour their skills into something bigger than themselves. As an IA, you’re not helping, you're creating lasting change.

ROLES THAT NEED YOUR PASSION

• Office/Admin Assistant - helping with day-to-day operations like data entry, scheduling, and communication — your love for organization makes a difference.

  
  

• Social Media & Marketing -  craft compelling content, grow our following, and bring our mission to life on Instagram, LinkedIn, and other sites.

  
  

• Tech Volunteer - keep us running smoothly by managing our digital tools, supporting event tech, and offering basic IT help.

  
  

• Event Assistant - plays a key role in executing student programs, workshops, and community events with energy and precision.

  
  

• Development Volunteer - support fundraising campaigns, assist with grant research, and connect us with sponsors and donors.

WHY JOIN US?

• Be part of a vibrant, mission-driven team.

• Use your talents to create lasting change.

• Gain hands-on experience in the nonprofit sector and youth development.

• See the direct impact of your work on youth.

• Grow your network with other purpose-driven professionals.

READY TO STEP UP?

If you're fueled by purpose, driven by community, and believe in the power of entrepreneurship, click HERE today to become an Impact Agent (IA).

Apply Today to Join our Board of Directors

We’re excited to announce an OPEN CALL for people to serve on our Board of Directors in a voluntary capacity. As a community-centric organization, we want to ensure that we are intentionally recruiting people outside of our current network. We know that growing the size and diversity of our leadership team will lead to transformational growth for our organization and our students. If you care deeply about the brown youth in our region and want to see them succeed in life, we would love to hear from you.

MISSION

Our mission is to develop the next generation of brown entrepreneurs, one student at a time. We provide free entrepreneurial development training for high school and college students in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. All programs are available at no cost to the student or their family.

To learn more about Brownpreneurs, please visit us online at www.Brownpreneurs.org.

POSITION

The board of directors supports the work of Brownpreneurs and provides mission-based leadership and strategic governance. This is a working board. Board members are asked to contribute to the overall success of our organization and the community we serve.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO as she develops and implements Brownpreneurs’ strategic plan.

• Review the outcomes and metrics created by Brownpreneurs for evaluating its impact and regularly measuring its performance and effectiveness using those metrics.

• Review agenda and supporting materials prior to board and committee meetings.

• Approve Brownpreneurs’ annual budget, audit reports, and material business decisions, being informed of and meeting all legal and fiduciary responsibilities.

• Assist the CEO and board chair in identifying and recruiting other Board Members.

• Partnering with the CEO and other board members to ensure that board resolutions are carried out.

• Serve on committees or task forces and take on special assignments.

• Represent Brownpreneurs to stakeholders, acting as an ambassador for the organization.

EXPECTATIONS

• Attend and participate in meetings on a regular basis and special events as able.

• Serve on subcommittees as necessary.

• Be alert to community concerns that Brownpreneurs’ mission can address, objectives, and programs.

• Help communicate and promote Brownpreneurs’ mission and programs to the community.

• Become familiar with Brownpreneurs’ finances, budget, and financial/resource needs.

• Understand the policies, procedures, and programming of Brownpreneurs.

  
  

MEETING & TIME COMMITMENT

• The board of directors meets monthly. Meetings are not held in January or July.

• Committees of the board meet an average of four times per year, depending on their respective work agenda.

• Board members are asked to attend at least two special events per year

  
  

Service on Brownpreneurs’ Board of Directors is without remuneration, except for administrative support, travel, and accommodation costs in relation to board duties.

THE APPLICATION/SELECTION PROCESS

Members of the board of directors will do an initial review of applications. The top candidates will be contacted for a phone interview/discussion.

Ready to take the next steps?

Apply Now

Click HERE to apply today.

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