THE BAKER-SIMPSON ENTREPRENEURIAL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
This immersive internship opportunity, made possible through the continued generosity of Simon Baker '93, allows motivated students to explore their aspirations in and around social entrepreneurship, innovation and social impact.
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Students begin their experience with a one-credit course that provides an introduction to the tenants of design thinking, entrepreneurship and innovation.
This fellowship and all of its components, including tuition, books, travel and associated fees, are covered in full. Additionally, students are able to earn up to a $10,000 stipend.
2025 Fellows
Sam Bagley’26, Sidney, NY; Business Administration Major, Economics and Music Business Minors
Hannah Gilliand ’27, Trenton, MI; Criminal Justice and Political Science Double Major
Madison Rosado ’27, Harlem, NY; Business Administration Major Digital Marketing Minor
Sophia Telvi ’27, New York, NY; Public Health and Philosophy Double Major and Political Science Minor
Lily Vanuga ’26, Springville, NY; Public Health Major and Data Analytics Minor
2024 Fellows
Dylan Dwyer '25 Samantha Gauthier '25 Chelsea Kotey '25 Shelby Swartz '26 Shaelyn Thornton '25
2023 Fellows
Wesley Bruce '25 Samantha Caceres '24 Nicole Fadzai Anita Chaora '24 Sarah Nasaka Kipruto '24 Abigial McCleary '24 Kaitlyn Marie Montgomery '23
Baker-Simpson Stories
Hartwick College Entrepreneurial Fellows Help Nonprofits and Agencies
Baker-Simpson Experience Ignites Student’s Passion
2026 Application Period
Coming Soon!
About Simon Baker '93
Entrepreneur Simon Baker ’93 started the Baker-Simpson Entrepreneurship Fellowships at Hartwick in 2014 with the support of his mentor and friend Barclay Simpson. Baker, Sharon Simpson, and the PSB Foundation continue to support the initiative, reimagining the successful model as the Baker-Simpson Entrepreneurial Leadership Program.
An economics and French double major at Hartwick, Simon Baker played D1 soccer for Hartwick. He is the founder and CEO of BakerAvenue Wealth Management. The company is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in New York, Dallas, and Seattle.
Griffiths Center for Collaboration & Innovation
For more information about GCCI programs and services, contact Professor Carlena Ficano, [email protected] or 607-431-4946.