BGF Launchpad Program for Female Entrepreneurs 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

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.

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

How to Apply

For more details, visit BGF website.