EEC is the connective tissue and hub for Northeast Ohio's rich collegiate entrepreneurship assets, attracting students to the region and retaining them by providing seamless access to the best opportunities to develop the entrepreneurial mindset and launch ventures. EEC was formed in 2007 to serve as the linchpin of collegiate-based entrepreneurial programs in Northeast Ohio. Working with 12 member institutions, the EEC often provides the first entrepreneurial experience to a diverse group of students, fostering a creative spirit and mindset that enables students to become better prepared to enter the workforce, no matter their field of study. EEC is a 501(c)3 organization governed by a Board of Directors. The organization is supported by grants, sponsorships, and membership dues.