Upcoming Trainings & Events

Sep
8
to Sep 12

Silicon Valley Immersion Tour for HBCU Faculty

Silicon Valley Immersion Tour for HBCU Faculty

September 8 - September 12, 2024

Our Silicon Valley Immersion Tour for HBCU Faculty is a unique opportunity to delve into the heart of innovation and entrepreneurship on the West Coast. This immersive 3.5-day program is designed specifically for HBCU faculty who teach entrepreneurship, lead Centers of Entrepreneurship, or have a keen interest in integrating high-growth entrepreneurial concepts into their curriculum.

Program Details:

  • Dates: September 8-12, 2024

  • Location: Silicon Valley, California

  • Tuition: $5000 (includes food and accommodation). Airfare is not included. 

What You’ll Experience:

  • Visits to Leading Accelerators and Venture Funds

  • Engaging Sessions with Industry Experts

  • Workshops on Funding Entrepreneurial Programs

  • Networking Opportunities

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Aug
16

HBCUvc and Céleste Studios Presents: "Voice of Our Ancestors" — A Film Screening and Discussion

  • HBCUvc, a fiscally sponsored project of Social Good Fund (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us for a profound and enlightening evening presented by HBCUvc and Céleste Studios with "Voice of Our Ancestors," a virtual film screening and discussion that delves into the historical and contemporary struggles for racial equity and justice.

"Voice of Our Ancestors" explores the harrowing legacy of the Tulsa Massacre, one of the nation's most devastating acts of racial violence. The film bridges this past atrocity with the current state of venture capital, highlighting the continued fight against systemic racism and the obstacles that up-and-coming Black entrepreneurs and investors encounter in entering and thriving in the industry.

The screening, hosted on Zoom webinar, will be followed by a panel discussion featuring:

  • ​Cameron Blount, filmmaker and HBCUvc Fellow

  • ​Vondell Burns; founder, mentor, and director of communications and marketing at Atento Capital

  • ​Kode Ransom; entrepreneur, musician, historian and North Tulsa native

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Jun
28

Investing Forward Training for VCs (New York)

Investing Forward: Perspectives & Strategies on Race, Equity, and Belonging in VC (New York)

Join us in a unique small-group training designed for venture capitalists looking to further their understanding of racial equity and its impacts on venture capital and vice-versa. "Investing Forward" offers a unique opportunity for open and challenging conversations about race, equity, and belonging in venture capital in a safe space. Through guided discussions, listening sessions, and workshops, this event will help you navigate the complex landscape of racial equity and provide practical insights to assist you on your journey to becoming a better investor and contributing to a more inclusive venture capital industry.

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Jun
21

Investing Forward Training for VCs (Palo Alto)

Investing Forward: Perspectives & Strategies on Race, Equity, and Belonging in VC (Palo Alto, CA)

Join us in a unique small-group training designed for venture capitalists looking to further their understanding of racial equity and its impacts on venture capital and vice-versa. "Investing Forward" offers a unique opportunity for open and challenging conversations about race, equity, and belonging in venture capital in a safe space. Through guided discussions, listening sessions, and workshops, this event will help you navigate the complex landscape of racial equity and provide practical insights to assist you on your journey to becoming a better investor and contributing to a more inclusive venture capital industry.

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Nov
15

HBCUvc and Openview VC Present: A Networking Night Out in Boston

  • HBCUvc, a fiscally sponsored project of Social Good Fund (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Get ready to mingle, Boston! HBCUvc and Openview VC are thrilled to present: A Networking Night Out in Boston.

​This isn't your typical networking event. We're creating an inclusive space where MBA students and recent alumni from Black and historically excluded identities can rub elbows and connect with the leading change agents of Boston's venture capital ecosystem. Whether you're looking to connect with industry leaders or learn more about HBCUvc and our 2024 Fellowship Program, this event is for you. So, join us for a night of fun and fellowship in the heart of the city's Financial District.

​We can't wait to see you there!

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