A little clarity.
A better start.
What the free community pilot is for, how to register interest and what is available today.
A little clarity goes a long way.
ERN / FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSWho is the pilot for?
Adult founders, alumni and mentors interested in practical feedback and business help. College connections are a starting point; people without one can also express interest.
Does it cost anything to participate?
No. The community pilot is free, with no membership fee, subscription or equity requirement.
Do I need an existing business?
No. You can start with an early idea, a project in progress or a focused business question. Keep your introduction high-level.
How do I register interest?
Use the Register interest page to email the operator. Online application intake is closed for real submissions while the workflow is tested. Saving a private profile alone does not notify the operator or register interest.
Can I browse or message members here?
Not yet. There is no live member directory, matching or in-site messaging. Saved profiles stay private to the signed-in account. The site does not promise a match, mentor or introduction.
Is ERN affiliated with my college?
No university affiliation or partnership is implied. College information is self-reported and is not verified through a college sign-in.
Why ERN?
The name reflects a longer-term ambition to explore venture and equity models. This first pilot is a free community with no equity requirement. No investment offerings, funding commitments, payments or ownership rights are available here; any future activity would require separate decisions and legal review.
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Funding and ownership.
No real contributions or investments are accepted. The planned contribution fee is 5%, with other charges and final financial terms under review. Equity investing is unavailable and would require a separate legal structure and appropriate registered intermediary. No business success or school endorsement is promised.
Read how funding could work, including ownership and proposed exits