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This could be you if you pull up on March 28th!
Detroit, this could be you. Pull Up & Pitch on March 28. One 60-second pitch. A chance to win up to $30K for your business. RSVP now and get ready to take the stage: bit.ly/bgvpupdetroit
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What it feels like being a BGV Emerging Leaders Fellow 💰
Detroit founders' last call. ELF 2.0 applications close today. If you’re ready to grow your business with strategy, support, and community, this is your moment. Apply now before the deadline at bit.ly/bgvelf2
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BGV Emerging Leaders Fellowship Application ($5000 Stipend)
Want to hire but don't have the capacity? Apply to BGV Emerging Leaders Fellowship before it's too late. 12 weeks to build systems, scale your business, and create hiring capacity. ✅ Leadership training ✅ $5,000 stipend ✅ Pitch competition ✅ Community support Seats are limited. Don't miss this. Apply: bit.ly/bgvelf2
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Apply to BGV Emerging Leaders Fellowship! $5000 Stipend
Want to hire but don't have the capacity? Apply to BGV Emerging Leaders Fellowship before it's too late. 12 weeks to build systems, scale your business, and create hiring capacity. ✅ Leadership training ✅ $5,000 stipend ✅ Pitch competition ✅ Community support Seats are limited. Don't miss this. Apply: bit.ly/bgvelf2 #DetroitFounders #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #Leadership
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$5000 Stipend for your business
Detroit founders ready to build infrastructure and hire; apply now. Applications close March 13th. 🔗 Apply here: bit.ly/bgvelf2 Subscribe for more founder resources and BGV updates!
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What Makes a Strong BGV Emerging Leaders Fellowship Applicant?
⏰ BGV Emerging Leaders Fellowship Applications close March 13th. $5,000 stipend + win up to $40K. Apply at bit.ly/bgvelf2 #CommunityOrNothing #DetroitFounders #EntrepreneurTok #FounderTips #SmallBusinessOwner #StartupLife
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Apply to BGV Emerging Leaders Fellowship 2.0!
Who are we? We put capital in the pockets of under-resourced founders. ⏰ Applications close March 13th. Apply at bit.ly.bgvelf2 #CommunityOrNothing #DetroitFounders #EntrepreneurTok #FounderLife #SmallBusinessOwner #StartupSupport
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BGV Pull Up & Pitch is coming back to Detroit March 28th!
Detroit, BGV Pull Up & Pitch is back March 28th! Win up to $30K. RSVP to pitch or watch at bit.ly/bgvpupdetroit #BGV #entrepreneurship #detroit
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01:46
Did You Know the History of Ben's Chili Bowl in DC?
The DMV didn’t just grow Black businesses. It built legacy. #BlackHistoryMonth #DMVHistory #BensChiliBowl #BlackEntrepreneurs #CommunityOrNothing #BGV
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Charged guilty granting founders up to $40K in funding!
Yup. We’re guilty. 😌 Detroit founders, ELF 2.0 is OPEN. March 13th is the deadline. Apply now (link in bio) #DetroitEntrepreneurs #FounderTok #CommunityOrNothing #SmallBusinessSupport #BGV
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BGV Accomplishment Cake
10 years of BGV. 🧁🎉 Every cupcake flag = a real milestone. Funding. Fellowship. Pitch stages. Community built. #BGV10Years #CommunityOrNothing #FounderTok #WomenEntrepreneurs #AnniversaryVibes
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Black History: Did You Know Lake Lanier Covers A Thriving Black Town Called Oscarville?
The people rebuilt. The excellence continued. The story lives on. Share this so Oscarville is never forgotten again. #BlackHistory #HiddenHistory #LakeLanier #CommunityOrNothing #BGV #DidYouKnow
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Black History: Did You Know Dulles Airport Was Built On a Thriving Black Town They Erased
They were underpaid. Their town was bulldozed. But the people? Still thriving. Still passing down Black excellence. #BlackHistory #DidYouKnow #HiddenHistory #DullesAirport #BGV #CommunityOrNothing
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Owl Impression: Issa Rae Winning $100K from a Mystery Investor
Wise. Winning. Funded. Say it with us: as 👏🏾 she 👏🏾 should 👏🏾 #OwlImpression #IssaRaeEnergy #Insecure #BGV #FounderTok #CommunityOrNothing
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Black History Month: Mamie Phipps Clark & Kenneth Clark The Doll Test
Black History Month reminder: representation isn’t optional, it’s foundational. #BlackHistoryMonth #LearnOnTikTok #RepresentationMatters #BGV #CommunityOrNothing #MamiPhippsClark #KennethClark #TheDollTest
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When $20K is On the Line #fakelaugh #fakelaughtrend
cue the fake laugh. Founders… tell us this hasn’t happened to you 👀 #BizTok #Investortok #fakelaughtrend
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Introducing: Keep America Working
Summary Omi Bell introduces the Keep America Working initiative, aiming to raise $20 million to support 20,000 small business owners in hiring at least one person. The initiative seeks to empower small business owners in the workforce and shift narratives for greater impact. Takeaways - Shifting narratives for impact - Supporting small business owners - Empowering women in the workforce
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Great Things Start in Small Rooms
Summary Omi Bell, the CEO and founder of Black Girl Ventures Foundation and creator of Keep America Working, shares the journey of founding the organization and its impact on the community. The conversation also delves into the unique approach of supporting small business owners and the empowerment of women in the team. Takeaways - Community support - Empowerment
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AI & Cultural Integrity: Building Equitable Tech
What needs to change for AI to truly be inclusive? 👇🏽 Sound off in the comments. #AI #biztok #ces
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Is AI Designing Us?
Tell us your thoughts 👇🏽 #ces #ai #bgv
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#MLK 3 Blueprints of Life
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BGV AI Theme Song Revealed
Our web developer is also an AI creator. She gifted me with this song that she wrote based on my journey building Black Girl Ventures Foundation. I just stopped crying long enough to share it with yall. It's pretty amazing! Take a listen! Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
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New BGV AI song — Give Her the Mic - Omi's live reaction to hearing it for the first time.
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BGV Pitch Los Angeles Recap 2026
BGV Pitch LA was a MOVEMENT. 🔥 Founders took the stage in Los Angeles ready to pitch their businesses with confidence, authenticity, and heart, and the community showed up to match that energy. From the cheers in the crowd to the powerful storytelling on stage, this night was all about support, opportunity, and celebrating founders exactly as they are. BGV Pitch LA wasn’t just about pitching; it was about being seen, being supported, and being surrounded by people who want you to win. This is what community looks like when it’s done right. If you’ve ever wondered what happens when founders are met with real encouragement and access, this recap says it all. 👇🏽 Thinking about pitching your business?This is your sign to pull up, apply, and show up. 📺 Watch now & don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell! 🔔 BGV is a nonprofit dedicated to helping under-resourced 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: BGV TikTok: @blackgirlventures #BGVPitchLA #BlackGirlVentures #Founders #Entrepreneurship #StartupCommunity #CommunityOrNothing
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