W.E. Build

Coming in 2023

W.E. Build

The W.E. Build Accelerator by Build in Tulsa and sponsored by Goldman Sachs will empower 8 innovative and diverse early-stage startups led by Black women to create and launch scalable ventures in Tulsa, OK. The program runs full-time from April 26, 2023 - August 10, 2023 in Tulsa, OK.

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W.E. [Women Entrepreneurs] Build by Build in Tulsa is an entrepreneurship accelerator designed to help Black women progress their professional development, achieve personal growth, and build companies that catalyze multi-generational wealth.

Powered by Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women Initiative, the W.E. Build Accelerator will empower 25 innovative and diverse early-stage startups to create and launch scalable ventures in Tulsa, OK over the next two years.

The first cohort will begin in April of 2023. Click here to apply.

The program will implement a comprehensive approach that will offer Black women entrepreneurs:

W.E. Builders Benefits:

A $25,000 non-dilutive grant
3 months of business training
Networking and mentorship opportunities
Free legal and accounting services
Coworking desks and conference room access
Laptop devices and connectivity
Financial education
Cost of living stipends to help provide housing, childcare, and health care
Bi-weekly mental health counseling

Applications are Open Now! Deadline is March 2, 2023.

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Testimonials

Founder

Desiree Lindsey

“My time in the residence has been absolutely amazing! I was fortunate enough to receive this opportunity after being back in Tulsa for only a month. The community and resources that Build in Tulsa has provided have pushed me beyond what I ever imagined for my first few months back home. The staff is full of knowledge and they do everything in their power to connect you with mentors and like minded individuals that are outside of Build in Tulsa. Everyone in this environment truly wants to see you be successful and to see the other residents working just as hard to grow and learn is so motivating.”

Founder

Tim Butler

“I consider my time in residence to be "God-sent." Before coming to 36N Basecamp II, I used to work from home. Having small children along with personal family/life demands, I found it difficult often to work without distractions or hindrances. On the contrary, now being in an atmosphere with like-minded people (my fellow BIT EIRs and other entrepreneurs), I find that issue has waned. I feel motivated and inspired to come into 36N to work on my business. I feel that I learn something new and forge new connections and relationships everyday! I look forward to what the rest of the Build In Tulsa Accelerator has to offer as I continue my business coaching with Desiree and scale my company with the knowledge and skills I'm learning as an Entrepreneur in Residence.”

Founder

Krystal Speed

“Participating in Build In Tulsa's Female Founder's Pitch Competition was an incredible experience! It was my first time officially pitching. Through the support that Build in Tulsa's team (Desiree and Ashli) provided through the pitch clinic and practicing with other founders, I was able to clarify my messaging and also formalize many aspects of my business that only existed in my head. By pitching in the competition I was able to share Your HR Strategist with the Tulsa entrepreneurial community and increase my network. The ongoing coaching and resources that Build in Tulsa has provided has undoubtedly helped accelerate the growth of my business and my comfort level in pitching my services to prospective clients, partners and funders.”

Upcoming Programming

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Coming in 2023

W.E. Build

W.E. (Women Entrepreneurs) Build is a holistic business accelerator that centers Black women entrepreneurs.

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December 7th, 2022 at 5:30pm

Female Founders Pitch Competition

Build in Tulsa wants to help you realize your entrepreneurial dreams.

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Ongoing

Business Coaching

Get one-on-one coaching with an expert to help put you on a path to develop your business.

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Ongoing

Find A Mentor

Designed for early-stage entrepreneurs who want support from seasoned founders and executives.

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Coming Soon

Build Up 3.0

Whether you are starting from the ground up or need a refresher, join us for Build Up, a tech start up school.

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Nov 1, 2023 5:00 PM

Black Venture Summit

This 3-day summit connects the history of Black Wall Street to the future of Black wealth.

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