As investors, we believe in backing the best ideas and building companies that can meet the demands of the future. Research shows that underrepresented founders lack access to VC networks and face systemic barriers when raising capital—a reality that stifles innovation and leaves promising companies without the support they need to reach their full potential.
In partnership with Management Leadership for Tomorrow and their mission to equip high-achieving individuals from underrepresented communities, today we launched Peerless, a $1M pitch competition that supports visionary Black, Latine, Native American and female founders focused on early-stage startups.
Alongside support from a network of incredible VC partners that include BBG Ventures, VamosVentures, Human Ventures, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Harlem Capital, and New York City Economic Development Corporation, one grand prize winner will receive a $1M investment along with talent recruitment support as they scale, ongoing mentorship and coaching, access to industry networking events, and membership to Tech:NYC.
Applications are now open! https://lnkd.in/e4sVpJ_g