A membership for those who see unseen founders.
Mickalene Thomas, Portrait of Mnonja, 2010, rhinestones, acrylic, and enamel on wood panel, 96 x 120 in. (243.8 x 304.8 cm), Smithsonian American Art Museum, Museum purchase through the Luisita L. and Franz H. Denghausen Endowment, 2011.16, © 2010, Mickalene Thomas
Who we are
Our members, through grit, have overcome. Next, we look to open doors to others born from the same cloth likewise committed to overcome.
Our commitment
We commit to provide the advisory services, specialized mentoring and investor introductions needed to grow and scale venture-backed businesses.
How to come onboard
Membership applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and membership fees help fund entrepreneurs.
the work
Pitch evaluation
Listen to founder pitches and provide feedback from an investor’s perspective.
Venture growth
Learn about the business, identify needs, introduce new business leads, and advise on growth.
The “I See You” Mentorship Program
Listen, share lived experiences and counsel on business and capital raising strategy.
Private capital introductions
Introduce vetted founders that align with a capital allocator’s investment thesis and due diligence process.
SecurE
status
Provide perspective on term sheets, negotiation tactics, and a board composition that empowers the founder.
The Benefit
+ Join a community of folks that have risen from nothing.
+ Share experiences with coachable founders.
+ Gain insight into innovation and market trends.
+ Source investments found beyond traditional networks.
+ Reduce gender and racial wealth inequity by helping others.
+ Meet other unicorns that have likewise overcome.
Ernie Barnes The Sugar Shack 1976. Acrylic on canvas 36 in. x 48 in. Collection of Jim and Jeannine Epstein. © Ernie Barnes Family Trust.