Get ready to be part of history! We are thrilled to introduce the first-ever BIPOC Startup Week – a game-changer for the entrepreneurial landscape powered by Equitable Development Action (EDA).
Event Dates: November 9th to 11th, 2023
Why BIPOC Startup Week?
BIPOC Startup Week is more than just an event; it’s a movement dedicated to addressing the unique challenges faced by BIPOC entrepreneurs. Our mission is to provide meticulously tailored resources, engaging workshops, and invaluable networking opportunities to empower BIPOC entrepreneurs and foster a more inclusive entrepreneurial landscape.
What to Expect:
- Funding Opportunities: Receive training on accessing funding and meet funders one-on-one to make your case.
- Workshops: Engage in hands-on sessions led by industry experts, covering procurement, business planning, marketing, and financial management – all tailored to address the specific needs of BIPOC entrepreneurs.
- Pitch Competitions: Showcase your ideas to judges and potential investors for a chance to secure support for your venture.
- Networking: Connect with like-minded individuals, mentors, VCs, and investors. Collaboration is key, and our networking events provide the perfect platform for meaningful connections.
- Showcase: Immerse yourself in the ingenuity of BIPOC Innovators, with a special focus on advancements in Technology, Agriculture, Manufacturing, and Construction.
- Procurement & Deal Room: At BIPOC Startup Week, we offer a unique opportunity for you to connect with procurement officers actively seeking goods and services. Introduce your company’s offerings and leverage in-person connections to make deals happen!
- The Stage for BIPOC & Immigrant Startups: Inclusivity fuels innovation, empowering underrepresented voices to shine on this platform. It’s where you’ll find pitch opportunities, networking hubs, and innovation showcases, all converging to foster connections, exchange ideas, and catalyze breakthrough moments.
Get Involved:
- Sponsor Us
- Participate in the Event
- Create Publicity
- Invest in Diversity
- Foster an Inclusive Startup Ecosystem
Interested in Sponsoring Us?
Explore sponsorship opportunities and learn more about BIPOC Startup Week by clicking the links below:
- Sponsorship Deck: BIPOC STARTUP WEEK SPONSORSHIP DECK.pdf
- Brochure: BIPOC STARTUP WEEK BROCHURE.pdf
Secure your involvement in this groundbreaking event by expressing your interest in participating and sponsoring us. Click the link below:
- Register as a Sponsor/Participant: https://forms.gle/ofpx7dfSFqrpC1Vr8
Together, let’s amplify BIPOC voices, foster growth, and shape the future of BIPOC entrepreneurship.
Cheers to BIPOC excellence!