The Southern Management Leadership Program

The Southern Management Leadership Program (formerly the Hillman Entrepreneurs Program) is a three-year experiential learning program that supports, develops, and graduates ethical leaders who want to energize and give back to their local communities. Students complete their associate’s degree at Montgomery College and transfer as a cohort to complete their undergraduate education at the University of Maryland, College Park. When they graduate, they continue to stay connected through professional relationships and lifelong friendships.

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The Southern Management Leadership Program Offers

At Montgomery College:

A network of aspiring entrepreneurs
One-on-one advising and mentoring plus paid internships
55% scholarship funds covering tuition and fees
Additional funds for books and supplies
Exclusive 3-credit courses in entrepreneurship

Supporting Students. Developing Leaders.

At University of Maryland:

Lifelong network of entrepreneurial partners
A scholarship covering up to 50% of tuition
Career guidance and support
A minor in technology entrepreneurship from University of Maryland, College Park

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Latest News

SMLP Podcast: Destini Chesley Interviews Crystal Williams

April 1, 2021

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SMLP Podcast: Marlena Bauer Interviews Kevin Bruce

March 15, 2021

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SMLP Podcast: Hilary Tonle Interviews “Tungi”

February 28, 2021

http://mcblogs.montgomerycollege.edu/southern-management-leadership-program/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Hilary-interviews-Mr-Tungi.mp4 Click above to listen to the podcast. by Hilary Tonle Mr. Tungi--everyone calls him just “Tungi”--is the owner of…

SMLP Podcast: Vikrum Deol Interviews Prince Singh, TruCreatives

February 1, 2021

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SMLP Podcast: Juliza Majano Interviews Natali Fani-Gonzalez

January 15, 2021

http://mcblogs.montgomerycollege.edu/southern-management-leadership-program/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Natali-Fani-Gonzalez-with-Juliza.m4a Click above to hear the podcast! by Juliza Majano Natali Fani-Gonzalez was the Vice-Chair of the Montgomery County Planning…