“So we’re helping the entrepreneur ecosystem,” Martin said. “In addition to helping starters raise funding, we also help angel groups find members … we also help VC funds find limited partners, primarily family offices.”

It has become increasingly accepted in Western culture for women to be the breadwinners, and while this could lift societal expectations, it’s also leaving women with the question: “Where do I find an equal mate?”

I know it’s not everyone’s ideal plan to stay in Waco over the summer. But, there really shouldn’t be a stigma around saving money on rent, utilizing local internships and having time to explore Waco’s culture outside of a busy semester.

“Watch your surroundings, be careful and take your medication,” she said. “When people are out of town, they need to make sure they’re paying attention to what’s around them.”