Black Girl Ventures is dedicated to creating access to capital for Black and Brown women entrepreneurs. Our initiatives include crowdfunded pitch competitions, 1:1 funding assessments, consultations and introductions to help entrepreneurs gain access to social and financial capital.
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8647 Richmond Highway #649
STE 649
Alexandria, Virginia 22309, US
Did you vote for your favorite Chicago pitch yet? Voting ends tonight, July 18th at 11:59 pm EST. Head to Raisify.co, watch a recording of the pitches, and vote with your dollars for your favorites (you can vote for more than one). Who are you voting for? #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship
Are you a Maryland-based food, farm, or beverage business? Then Cureate Course has an opportunity you should apply to. They are granting $5k to one business like yours after completing a fall cohort. For more information and to apply go to https://lnkd.in/eXV6y73N #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship
You're not responsible for how the world sees your journey. All you're responsible for knowing is What Ignites You? Did you see that our CEO, Omi Bell, was the torchbearer for the 2024 Gotham FC Torch Lighting Ceremony? Tell us what ignites or inspires you with your business. Your response might help someone else figure out what their story is. #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship
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As the summer sun graces us with its warmth, it's the perfect time to reflect on the cyclical nature of our businesses and the invaluable opportunity it offers for rest, recharge, and recalibration. Just as nature transitions through seasons, so do our businesses, and recognizing this rhythm can be the key to sustainable success. Let's explore how you can harness the power of the summer months to rejuvenate and lay the foundation for long-term growth and resilience. #entrepreneurs #seasonal #selfcare
To vote in our current Chicago pitch competition head to Raisify.co. You can watch pre-recorded videos of the founders' pitches and vote (with your dollars) for who you think has the best pitches. Yes you can vote for more than one 😉. Who are you voting for? Voting closes Thursday, July 18th at 11:59 pm EST. #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship
Introducing the 2024 BGV NextGen Student Visionaries. BGV NextGen takes 25 current HBCU students and provides an 8-week accelerator to help students develop their businesses or ideas with industry professionals to guide them. Out of these students, the top 7 will pitch in the BGV NextGen pitch competition to earn more capital for their business For more information about NextGen go to https://lnkd.in/gf6Y2aar #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship
Passion and a killer idea are crucial for starting a business, but a solid legal foundation is the bedrock upon which success is built. While navigating the business world can feel complex, especially for Black and Brown women entrepreneurs, having the proper legal documents in place from the beginning empowers you to thrive. These documents are more than just paperwork—they're safeguards for your intellectual property, a roadmap for smooth operations, and a clear contract with partners. Here are 9 must-have legal documents every founder needs. As always consult with a proper attorney (this is not legal advice). #entrepreneurs #legal
Our Chicago Founders did amazing at the BGV Chicago Pitch Competition. Now it's your turn to show up for them. At a BGV Pitch, the audience decides the winner with their votes. Head to Raisify.co to watch a prerecording of their pitches and vote for your favorite. Voting is open until July 18th at 11:59 pm EST. #BGV #PitchCompetition #Chicago #VoteNow #CrowdFunding #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship
How do you celebrate your family? Our families are usually included in our company's backstory, also known as our whys. Our families are also the only people who see, support, and assist with all the steps of being a business owner, the struggles, and the successes. In June we celebrate Black Family Month, and celebrate the love, stories, and support that goes on within in. Tell us a story about your family, whether it's the one you were born with or the one you grew into. #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship