At Company Ventures, we are committed to working with our partners in government to help build a more equitable and inclusive tech ecosystem that empowers entrepreneurs to thrive. That's why we are excited to announce that applications are now open for the second cohort of Boost, part of the citywide Founder Fellowship program.

In partnership with New York City Economic Development Corporation, our 4-month program aims to address the funding gap by supporting tech founders, specifically designed for those  from historically underserved backgrounds, through our investor and founder networks. The program offers a bevy of resources and culturally competent support that founders need to successfully scale their businesses. Our goal is to help build a community of founders and prepare them for fundraising.

In our previous cohort, we had the pleasure and privilege of working with 20 startups from various tech sectors, each with unique backgrounds and aspirations. Despite the challenging fundraising landscape for early-stage startups, these founders successfully secured $1.4 million in capital while participating in the 4-month program. Remarkably, approximately one-fourth of these startups expanded their teams, demonstrating a thoughtful approach to growth.

Benefits of the Boost program include:

  • Mentorship from experienced investors and founders
  • Professional services from designers, marketers, legal teams, and technology platforms
  • Expertise and a community focused on building values-based businesses
  • Access to communal co-working spaces at the Company Ventures office in Midtown Manhattan

For seven years, Company Ventures has collaborated with New York City to align its resources and objectives with the city's long-term sustainability. Addressing disparities is a fundamental aspect of fostering the tech innovation ecosystem in New York, and it remains central to our goals. Many thanks to Amazon for their continued partnership to support Boost. Applications are open until December 5. Learn more and apply here: companyventures.co/boost