Seminole State College honored as an Entrepreneurial College of the Year

Seminole State College of Florida has been named a 2026 Entrepreneurial College of the Year by the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE). This honor highlights the College’s commitment to supporting student entrepreneurs and helping students develop an entrepreneurial mindset.

NACCE, which is North America’s leading advocate for entrepreneurship education and programming for community and technical colleges, presented the award during its 2026 Annual Conference in Boston on Nov. 3. David Moradian, professor and program manager of entrepreneurship, accepted the award for Seminole State.

“This recognition is a testament to the collective efforts of our College community and our ongoing commitment to providing students with the knowledge, resources and opportunities to turn innovative ideas into successful business ventures,” said Moradian. “Through our entrepreneurship programs and community partnerships, Seminole State continues to play an important role in preparing future business leaders and contributing to the economic growth of Central Florida.”

Seminole State is one of three recipients of this year’s award alongside Houston Community College and Roane State Community College.

 “Seminole State College has stepped up its entrepreneurship efforts by bringing programs like the Everyday Entrepreneur Program and others into its work,” said NACCE President and CEO Rebecca Corbin. “College leaders continually demonstrate a commitment to expanding opportunities and building a stronger entrepreneurship culture across campus.”

Each year, Seminole State supports a competition that allows students to develop business ideas, learn how to establish a business, and gain practical experience in presenting and developing their ventures. The College also focuses on serving those who served with entrepreneurship training designed to help veterans understand the process of starting and developing a business. Through its business advisory committee and foundation, Seminole State connects students with local business leaders, resources and support to develop entrepreneurial skills and move their business ideas toward success.

Seminole State’s entrepreneurial spirit extends beyond its campuses and into the community. Through its Small Business Development Center, the College helps local businesses strengthen their operations, increase revenue and contribute to the economic vitality of Central Florida. Collaboration with local businesses, chambers of commerce, civic organizations and business leaders underscores the College’s role as a resource for entrepreneurship and economic development.

Together, these initiatives highlight how Seminole State continues to be the community’s learning partner for career and business success. To learn more about the College’s entrepreneurship programs and competition, visit seminolestate.edu/entrepreneurship. For more about business resources available at Seminole State, visit the Center for Business Development.