🎥 Relive the NYC Pitch Competition Magic! 🎥 Bold ideas took the spotlight as incredible founders pitched their dreams at the NYC Pitch Competition. From innovative solutions to transformative visions, NYC showed up and showed out! 💡 Thank you to the amazing judges, partners, volunteers, and community who made this unforgettable night possible. Your support drives innovation and empowers diverse entrepreneurs to thrive. To our phenomenal participants: You didn’t just pitch—you inspired, innovated, and led the way. We’re so proud to have been part of your journey. 🚀NYC, your creativity and determination are unmatched. Let’s keep building, growing, and breaking boundaries—together. Black Girl Ventures is a nonprofit dedicated to helping underrepresented women and HBCU students get capital, capacity, and community for their businesses through multiple programs. For more information about BGV and our different programs visit our website at www.blackgirlventures.org Follow BGV: Instagram: @blackgirlventures FB: Black Girl Ventures X/Twitter: @bgirlventures #BGVPitch #PitchCompetition #Innovation #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship

🎥 The BGV NextGen Summit Recap Is Here! HBCU students, this one’s for YOU. 🌟 Watch as bold, brilliant, and innovative visionaries come together to learn, network, and pitch their groundbreaking ideas. From workshops to live pitch competitions, the energy was unmatched! 💼🔥 This year’s summit was just the beginning. Stay tuned for BGV NextGen in 2025—it’s going to be even bigger and better. 🚀 Black Girl Ventures is a nonprofit dedicated to helping underrepresented women and HBCU students get capital, capacity, and community for their businesses through multiple programs. For more information about BGV and our different programs visit our website at www.blackgirlventures.org Follow BGV: Instagram: @blackgirlventures FB: Black Girl Ventures X/Twitter: @bgirlventures #BGVNextGen #PitchCompetition #Innovation #StudentEntrepreneurs #FutureLeaders #Entrepreneurship

🎥 BGV NextGen Pitch Competition | Full Recap 🌟 The future of innovation is here! Seven talented student founders pitched groundbreaking ideas at the BGV NextGen Pitch Competition. From bold solutions to brilliant business models, these rising stars brought passion, creativity, and vision to the stage. Watch the full recap to witness the energy, excitement, and impact of this powerful event. 🎤🚀✨ Subscribe for more inspiring events and opportunities! Black Girl Ventures is a nonprofit dedicated to helping underrepresented women and HBCU students get capital, capacity, and community for their businesses through multiple programs. For more information about BGV and our different programs visit our website at www.blackgirlventures.org Follow BGV: Instagram: @blackgirlventures FB: Black Girl Ventures X/Twitter: @bgirlventures TikTok: @blackgirlventures #BGVNextGen #PitchCompetition #Innovation #StudentEntrepreneurs #FutureLeaders #Entrepreneurship

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Sonia Smith Kang is the Founder of Mixed Up Clothing Vote for your favorite pitch by visiting www.raisify.co. -Select BGV LA Pitch Competition -Enter the donation for the pitches you loved. -Don’t forget to leave feedback and/or hype comments for our founders. Your donation keeps underrepresented women founders in business. BGV Pitch is the largest pitch competition for underrepresented women founders, we combine the premise of Shark Tank and Kickstarter to give you an opportunity to be a part of an entrepreneur’s journey. You are changing the world with Black Girl Ventures. For more information on BGV visit www.blackgirlventures.org

Adimika Meadows Arthur is the Founder of Health Tech for Medicaid Vote for your favorite pitch by visiting www.raisify.co. -Select BGV LA Pitch Competition -Enter the donation for the pitches you loved. -Don’t forget to leave feedback and/or hype comments for our founders. Your donation keeps underrepresented women founders in business. BGV Pitch is the largest pitch competition for underrepresented women founders, we combine the premise of Shark Tank and Kickstarter to give you an opportunity to be a part of an entrepreneur’s journey. You are changing the world with Black Girl Ventures. For more information on BGV visit www.blackgirlventures.org

Lisa Bailey is the Founder of FeaturesFirst Auto Vote for your favorite pitch by visiting www.raisify.co. -Select BGV LA Pitch Competition -Enter the donation for the pitches you loved. -Don’t forget to leave feedback and/or hype comments for our founders. Your donation keeps underrepresented women founders in business. BGV Pitch is the largest pitch competition for underrepresented women founders, we combine the premise of Shark Tank and Kickstarter to give you an opportunity to be a part of an entrepreneur’s journey. You are changing the world with Black Girl Ventures. For more information on BGV visit www.blackgirlventures.org

Aziza El Wanni is the Founder of The Potion Studio Vote for your favorite pitch by visiting www.raisify.co. -Select BGV LA Pitch Competition -Enter the donation for the pitches you loved. -Don’t forget to leave feedback and/or hype comments for our founders. Your donation keeps underrepresented women founders in business. BGV Pitch is the largest pitch competition for underrepresented women founders, we combine the premise of Shark Tank and Kickstarter to give you an opportunity to be a part of an entrepreneur’s journey. You are changing the world with Black Girl Ventures. For more information on BGV visit www.blackgirlventures.org

Orleatha Smith is the Founder of Sip Herbals Vote for your favorite pitch by visiting www.raisify.co. -Select BGV LA Pitch Competition -Enter the donation for the pitches you loved. -Don’t forget to leave feedback and/or hype comments for our founders. Your donation keeps underrepresented women founders in business. BGV Pitch is the largest pitch competition for underrepresented women founders, we combine the premise of Shark Tank and Kickstarter to give you an opportunity to be a part of an entrepreneur’s journey. You are changing the world with Black Girl Ventures. For more information on BGV visit www.blackgirlventures.org

Chaka Stewart is the Founder of Flipside Event Services LLC Vote for your favorite pitch by visiting www.raisify.co. -Select BGV LA Pitch Competition -Enter the donation for the pitches you loved. -Don’t forget to leave feedback and/or hype comments for our founders. Your donation keeps underrepresented women founders in business. BGV Pitch is the largest pitch competition for underrepresented women founders, we combine the premise of Shark Tank and Kickstarter to give you an opportunity to be a part of an entrepreneur’s journey. You are changing the world with Black Girl Ventures. For more information on BGV visit www.blackgirlventures.org

Dr. Qiana O’Leary is the Founder of Minty Educational Services Vote for your favorite pitch by visiting www.raisify.co. -Select BGV LA Pitch Competition -Enter the donation for the pitches you loved. -Don’t forget to leave feedback and/or hype comments for our founders. Your donation keeps underrepresented women founders in business. BGV Pitch is the largest pitch competition for underrepresented women founders, we combine the premise of Shark Tank and Kickstarter to give you an opportunity to be a part of an entrepreneur’s journey. You are changing the world with Black Girl Ventures. For more information on BGV visit www.blackgirlventures.org

This year, we’re beyond grateful for YOU—our community of founders, supporters, and change-makers. Every event you attended, every vote you cast, every pitch you delivered, and every program you joined has been a step toward transforming your lives and building generational wealth. BGV's founders are here because of your support and commitment to uplifting underrepresented founders. As a nonprofit, your donations fuel this mission—helping underrepresented founders achieve their dreams and build generational wealth.🍁 This holiday season, consider giving the gift of opportunity. Donate now and help us continue empowering the next wave of incredible entrepreneurs. 🔗 Click here to donate today blackgirlventures.org/donate Black Girl Ventures is a nonprofit dedicated to helping underrepresented women and HBCU students get capital, capacity, and community for their businesses through multiple programs. For more information about BGV and our different programs visit our website at www.blackgirlventures.org Follow BGV: Instagram: @blackgirlventures FB: Black Girl Ventures X/Twitter: @bgirlventures

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Melissa Mitchner is the Founder of New York Institute of Pet Grooming Vote for your favorite pitch by visiting www.raisify.co. -Select BGV NYC Pitch Competition -Enter the donation for the pitches you loved. -Don’t forget to leave feedback and/or hype comments for our founders. Your donation keeps underrepresented women founders in business. BGV Pitch is the largest pitch competition for underrepresented women founders, we combine the premise of Shark Tank and Kickstarter to give you an opportunity to be a part of an entrepreneur’s journey. You are changing the world with Black Girl Ventures. For more information on BGV visit www.blackgirlventures.org

Ciara May is the Founder of Rebundle Vote for your favorite pitch by visiting www.raisify.co. -Select BGV NYC Pitch Competition -Enter the donation for the pitches you loved. -Don’t forget to leave feedback and/or hype comments for our founders. Your donation keeps underrepresented women founders in business. BGV Pitch is the largest pitch competition for underrepresented women founders, we combine the premise of Shark Tank and Kickstarter to give you an opportunity to be a part of an entrepreneur’s journey. You are changing the world with Black Girl Ventures. For more information on BGV visit www.blackgirlventures.org

Chioma Ngwudo is the Founder of Cee Cee's Closet NYC Vote for your favorite pitch by visiting www.raisify.co. -Select BGV NYC Pitch Competition -Enter the donation for the pitches you loved. -Don’t forget to leave feedback and/or hype comments for our founders. Your donation keeps underrepresented women founders in business. BGV Pitch is the largest pitch competition for underrepresented women founders, we combine the premise of Shark Tank and Kickstarter to give you an opportunity to be a part of an entrepreneur’s journey. You are changing the world with Black Girl Ventures. For more information on BGV visit www.blackgirlventures.org

Britney Crowell is the Founder of CurlCap Vote for your favorite pitch by visiting www.raisify.co. -Select BGV NYC Pitch Competition -Enter the donation for the pitches you loved. -Don’t forget to leave feedback and/or hype comments for our founders. Your donation keeps underrepresented women founders in business. BGV Pitch is the largest pitch competition for underrepresented women founders, we combine the premise of Shark Tank and Kickstarter to give you an opportunity to be a part of an entrepreneur’s journey. You are changing the world with Black Girl Ventures. For more information on BGV visit www.blackgirlventures.org

Charlecia Joy Cole is the Founder of Stapledon Arts Vote for your favorite pitch by visiting www.raisify.co. -Select BGV NYC Pitch Competition -Enter the donation for the pitches you loved. -Don’t forget to leave feedback and/or hype comments for our founders. Your donation keeps underrepresented women founders in business. BGV Pitch is the largest pitch competition for underrepresented women founders, we combine the premise of Shark Tank and Kickstarter to give you an opportunity to be a part of an entrepreneur’s journey. You are changing the world with Black Girl Ventures. For more information on BGV visit www.blackgirlventures.org