In this episode of Entre News, NFTE President & CEO Dr. J.D. LaRock sits down with Dr. Ande Noktes—entrepreneur, researcher, and Founding Executive Director of the Lucas Center for Entrepreneurship.

Dr. Noktes shares her remarkable journey, from starting her first school with just $9 and a gift card to leading a thriving entrepreneurship center serving rural communities. Along the way, she has challenged the status quo in education and researched how women entrepreneurs navigate barriers in accessing capital.

Tune in for an inspiring discussion on the future of education, innovation, and equity.

From high school entrepreneurship class to the New York Stock Exchange—and now to Wharton.

In this episode of NFTE’s Entre News Podcast, NFTE alum Jayden Freeman shares how his journey with NFTE sparked his passion for business, taught him perseverance, and opened doors to incredible opportunities.

Listen now to hear Jayden’s story and how NFTE helps young people build the entrepreneurial mindset to succeed.

NFTE President & CEO Dr. J.D. LaRock talks with NFTE Board Co-chair and author Patty Alper about the transformative power of mentorship. Patty shares stories from more than 20 years of mentoring NFTE students, including how a 30-minute conversation helped one student launch his first business. This episode highlights why mentorship matters—for students, professionals, and the future workforce.