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Fall 2020 Accelerator Applications Are Open

Application Submissions close October 17th

September 25th - 27th, 2020

A virtual hackathon at the intersection of Technology, Culture, & Justice

Removing Barriers – Unlocking Genius

Our Mission: To unlock the genius of talented, but under-resourced Women and Entrepreneurs of Color by providing the critical social, intellectual, and financial capital they need to create to thrive in a 21st century economy.

By Founders, For Founders

As Founder, we understand the challenges being faced at this stage in the game. We leverage our network and experience to help you build a healthy business.

Diversity As a Strength

We see diversity as a strength and not a weakness. We leverage the powerful moments within your lived experience to unlock the genius already inside you.

Community Driven

At Impact, we go further together than we can alone. We considered each other family and help each other succeed at all costs. One win is a win for all.

We Accelerate and Invest in All Shades of Genius

Our Programs

IV Accelerator

Multi-track education and training programs designed for diverse-ed early-stage tech/tech-enabled startups and growth-oriented small businesses.

IV League

1-year long program for Impact Fellow graduates offering ongoing mentorship, technical support services, education, and strategic connections.

24

Founders Trained

15

Companies Supported

$458K

Capital Raised

46

Jobs Created

37

Mentors Engaged

462

Training & Mentor Hours

What Our Founders Say

“Being accepted to the Impact Venture cohort helped prepare us to be able to take on the next stage. The mentorship of Impact Venture Accelerator has helped us grow as business leaders.”

Emanuel Green

Co-Founder & CPO, Exgratias

“Since this is my first startup, being accepted to Impact Ventures cohort has helped us with the much needed educational and mentorship support to try and realize the goals and vision, Honestly, the IV team and mentors have played a vital role in introducing and educating us on the key pillars for a startup’s success. We hope to build on this base and continue working with the IV team and mentors to meet our goals and succeed in our vision.”

Sandeep Apsangi

Founder & CEO, HVAC Intel

“When we first applied to be part of the Impact Ventures’ cohort, I had no idea how important it was going to be for me personally or our company. As a company, we were reeling when COVID-19 hit and shut down live sports. All our plans changed. Benjamin [Vann] and team helped us pivot, find SBA funding, kept us positive, and focused, “Personally, I never knew how much rejection there would be from all sides while running a startup. Impact Ventures gave me a safe space to take a break from ‘rejection’ and think about traction, momentum, and success.”

Kelly Pracht

Co-Founder & CEO, NVenue Inc.

“Being accepted to the Impact Venture cohort helped our team gain more exposure in the startup landscape. We were able to learn more about the possibility of investors taking interest in our business. At the conclusion of the program, Impact Ventures hosted a ‘Demo Day’ where the startups in the program were able to pitch their businesses. We are happy to announce that we were voted the Most Innovative Startup and the Favorite Startup.”

David McDonald

Co-Founder & CEO, Education PowerED

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