BGF 2022 Launchpad Program for Female Entrepreneurs | Call for Applications

Published: 21 Sep 2022

Launchpad is a 9-week learning programme designed to support Black women founders to succeed in entrepreneurship and connect them to the venture capital ecosystem.

The programme will offer expert-led sessions, a supportive community of experienced Black founders and investors, as well as funding opportunities.

BGF Launchpad Program for Female Entrepreneurs

Application Deadline	September 23, 2022
Type	Entrepreneurs
Sponsor	Black Girl Fest (BGF)
Gender	Women

Requirements for BGF Launchpad Program for Female Entrepreneurs

• Founded by a Black woman
• Self-funded or has received less than £250K
• Based across the UK, Europe and West Africa
• Already have an initial product
• Within the following industries; Health tech, Fintech, Hr + Talent, Sass, Retail + eCommerce, Data + design, Deep tech
• At least part-time in the business

Eligible to Nigerian Women Entrepreneurs around the World

Selection Process

• All modules will take place online except for the launch event and showcase graduation.
• Programme Launch Event – Thursday 6th October 6 -9 pm
• Intro to VC: 101 on Fundraising – Tuesday 11th October 6-8 pm
• Getting Started: Visualising the Mission – Thursday 13th October 6-8 pm
• Setting Milestones for Developing all Parts of a Business – Thursday 20th October 6-8 pm
• Developing your Product and Finding Product-Market Fit – Thursday 27th October 6-8 pm
• Designing and Executing your Sales Strategy – Thursday 10th November 6-8 pm
• Budgeting: Business Plan and Financial Models – Thursday 17th November 6-8 pm
• The Team: Hiring & Company Culture – Thursday 24th November 6-8 pm
• Showcase Graduation – Wednesday 7th December 6-10 pm

Application Deadline

September 23, 2022

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Black Girl Fest (BGF) on www.blackgirlfest.com to apply