We’re thrilled to announce that The Black Woman Owned Network is officially open for our Founding Members. This network is Powered by connection, strengthened by knowledge, and built for Black women in business. Whether you’re starting out, scaling up, or leading a million-dollar company, this is your space to be supported, seen, and surrounded by women who get it.
SEEN 2025 / The Pitch LIVE (Ticket Giveaway)
Hosted by Visible Hands VC, this annual summit in New York brings founders, funders, and ecosystem leaders together for a day of learning, connection, and energy.
Event Details:
- Date: Thursday, December 4, 2025
- Time: 12:30 PM – 6:30 PM EST
- Location: Kings County, NY (address shared after registration)
- Ticket Price: $60
Expect workshops, activations, and a live taping of The Pitch Podcast, where real entrepreneurs pitch investors for real funding—right in front of the audience.
We're giving away FIVE tickets for those who can make the event. FIRST COME FIRST SERVE! Reply to this email if you're interested.
Funding Opportunity: Sage Impact Entrepreneurship 2026.
Village Capital, in partnership with Sage Foundation, is now accepting applications for Sage Impact Entrepreneurship 2026. This equity-free investment-readiness program will support early-stage climate tech startups based in the US that are driving environmental, social, and economic impact in their communities.
Selected ventures will receive expert mentorship, tailored business support, and grant funding between $10K - $50K. Additionally, a subset of ventures will join the Community Cohort, a lighter, collaborative track that will provide access to VilCap’s curriculum sessions, partner perks, and visibility opportunities.
Private Dinner in the DMV
Food for Thought: The 2026 Strategy & Vision Session
Event Details
- Date: December 11, 2025
- Focus: 2026 Strategy & Branding
- Location: Private residence in the DMV
- Special Note: Hosted and catered by a Black woman–owned chef and home host
Event Structure
6:30 PM — Doors open + arrival
7:00 PM — Welcome + session kickoff
7:30 PM — Dinner service + group insights revealed
8:00 PM — Small group breakouts by strategic profile
8:30 PM — Share-outs + live coaching
9:15 PM — Closing synthesis + Q1 strategy framework
10:00 PM — Hard close
We look forward to sharing our next guide with you! It's coming soon and soooo good. If you're an art collector, lock in!
