10/14/2026
A big thank you to Jeannie Tarkenton, Founder & CEO, Funding U and Princeton alumna (Class of 92') for visiting our Special Topics in Entrepreneurship: Ventures of Impact course taught by Laura Simão!
In this special class, Jeannie shared her journey as an entrepreneur and reflected on how her Princeton education and experiences helped shape her path. Students had the opportunity to ask questions about when she felt ready to launch her own business and gain insight into her approach to managing risk, maintaining company culture, and staying true to a mission-driven purpose while building a financially sustainable organization.
Princeton has long cultivated leaders committed to serving the world. Jeannie's approach to entrepreneurship reflects that tradition, demonstrating how socially conscious business leadership can create both meaningful impact and lasting success in the 21st century.
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