Spots are filling up for our Budding Black Incubator

Are you a young Black entrepreneur or aspiring entrepreneur? Do you have an idea for your business and want to get support to get it launched? Apply to be a part of the Budding Black Girl Incubator where you can win seed money towards your business! 

This unique, youth entrepreneurship program approaches learning in an interactive, experiential manner. It is designed for aspiring or current young women entrepreneurs who have or are starting retail businesses in the Richmond Region. The incubator offers one-on-one mentorship, weekly programming focused on business fundamentals, pitching opportunities, and a vast network and community of supporters, educators, and local entrepreneurs who act as advisers.

In addition to training and mentorship, participants will have an opportunity to test the market, working at local pop-up shops selling their products. Participants will also have an opportunity to win seed money for their business - upwards of $5,000! Registration closes soon and spots are limited. 

Program Calendar

• March - May: Work side by side with other cofounders to expand business knowledge and work on product development.
• June: Participants go through a week-long residency at GFAC's Creative Industry Camp where participants get a hands-on, behind-the-scenes look at successful retail businesses. 
• June - July: Test your business models, pivot ideas, and explore other areas for growth, both from a product and geographic perspective through pop-up shops and local market vending networks. 
• August: Compete in a pitch competition with local investors for a chance to earn seed money and more.

Spots are filling up! 

All girls interested in applying must attend an information session before applying. Our last two are Wednesday, Feb 23 and Monday, Feb 28. 

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