Novella Center for Entrepreneurship believes talent, intelligence, and potential are equally present in all corners of our society and in people of every background. Unleashing those talents, wherever they may be found, can provide economic opportunities in places where a link exists between poor economic prospects and everything from mental health, food insecurity, life expectancy and the prevalence of violence in communities.
Novella Center runs the Conscious Venture Lab’s (CVL) internationally acclaimed business accelerator curriculum, which empowers diverse entrepreneurs statewide with cutting-edge training in Stakeholder Theory and Conscious Capitalism. CVL is a 14-week training and mentoring program for early-stage startups that covers personal leadership, stakeholder theories, business development, and preparation for investment presentations.
Novella Center’s first cohort of the Conscious Venture Lab Accelerator Program in Trenton launched with its Conscious Capitalism Boot Camp programming and an opening reception at its new location in the City of Trenton. Learn more here.
We invite impact-driven ventures using technology to break down barriers to access and who want to create a more equitable society to apply. Our program offers workshops, mentorship, networking, office space in Trenton, and many other perks and benefits. The program began in October 2025.
The Novella Center selects based on several factors, including growth potential, social impact, and scalability. Applications for cohort 2 will open in November 2025. Stay tuned and stay updated with us on social!
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