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Open Doors: Equitable Access to Capital
Are you a founder? Are you curious about becoming one? Do you work with startups? Or want to work with startups? Are you curious about what makes founders try, and keep trying? Founders Forum is an educational series from NextGEN designed for entrepreneurs, their teams, and their supporters BY entrepreneurs, created to connect, inspire, and educate in core disciplines relevant to all startups and activate the ecosystem at large. Join us to talk through funding challenges and local resources with founders that are in the thick of building a business!
About this event
October 29 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FreeNEW DATE!
Join us for an engaging panel discussion featuring founders from diverse backgrounds and industries who have successfully navigated—or are currently navigating—the complex landscape of funding. These entrepreneurs will share their personal stories, challenges, and successes in securing the capital needed to grow their businesses.
This event will provide invaluable insights into the various pathways to funding as well as the obstacles that founders often encounter. While the focus is on empowering underrepresented entrepreneurs, the discussion will be relevant to all founders looking to better understand the capital-seeking process.
Key Takeaways:
- Firsthand experiences from founders who have raised or are seeking funding
- Understanding the diverse funding options available across industries
- Strategies for overcoming barriers faced by minority and underrepresented entrepreneurs
- Networking with like-minded founders and industry leaders passionate about creating an inclusive funding ecosystem
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, investor, or advocate for diversity in business, this panel will equip you with practical knowledge and inspiration to take your next steps toward securing capital and scaling your venture.
Meet Our Panelists!
Ebony Sullivan, CEO, Cassy Electric (moderator)
Dayna Lee, Owner, Comal 864
Gustavo Nieves, Founder & Investor
LaChandra Brown, Logan Chris Salon
Samantha Brown, Founder
Thank you to our partners, CommunityWorks, Greenville Chamber Minority Business Accelerator, and Village Launch for their collaboration and efforts on this event!