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
About Black Girl Fest (BGF)
BGF is a global brand building projects with purpose to help create a better future for our community. Projects include; The Club, BGF Academy, BGF Creative Fund, The Black Girl Festival + much more.
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Launchpad Program
Requirements for Launchpad Program Qualification
- 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
Interview date, Process and Venue for Launchpad Program
- 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 docs.google.com to apply
For more details, visit BGF website.
