Welcome to StartupTree

The East Los Angeles College Susan Rubio Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center is a dynamic hub where education meets opportunity. Rooted in East LA’s entrepreneurial spirit, real-world connections, and inclusive innovation — creating pathways for every aspiring changemaker to succeed. From your first idea to your next big pitch, StartupTree is where ELAC’s innovators come together — students, mentors, and creators shaping what’s next. Our mission is simple yet powerful: Make entrepreneurship accessible, inclusive, and life-changing.