Novella Center for Entrepreneurship

Early bird tickets for Redefining Industry 2025 are out NOW?? Join the Baltimore Museum of Industry on April 2nd for an impactful evening of networking, storytelling, and celebration as we honor the next cohort of Redefining Industry, including our Founder and CEO, Jeff Cherry??. This 20-year tradition and fundraising event celebrates the extraordinary individuals leading the way for Baltimore and shaping the future of work. Grab your early bird ticket before March 2nd ?? link below! ?? https://shorturl.at/yw5q8

A huge thank you to the incredible mentors in our community who have dedicated their time, expertise, and energy to support the cohort 12 founders. Mildred Diggs, cohort 12 alum, shares what her mentor meant to her. "My mentor was very knowledgeable and well-rounded in the different aspects of running a business. She made introductions and pushed me which I appreciate."?? Interested in mentoring our next cohort of impact-driven founders? Connect with us to explore opportunities! #consciouscapitalism #consciousventurelab #startup #consciousstartup #venturecapital #baltimore #equitech

Cohort 12 alum, Ousmane C., reflects on his journey through the Conscious Venture Lab Accelerator Program with PayCruiser?. "The program was a success because I liked how you took your time to really focus on the companies. It felt like it was tailored for each company. You were addressing our own unique needs."?? Our accelerator is designed to support and elevate early-stage ventures with a purpose to uplift society at their core. Are you ready to take your startup to the next level? Click the link to learn more ?? https://novellacenter.org/ #consciouscapitalism #consciousventurelab #startup #consciousstartup #venturecapital #baltimore #equitech

We want to thank and give a huge shoutout to Spark Coworking - Baltimore for welcoming cohort 12 of the Conscious Venture Lab Accelerator Program and our Novella Center for Entrepreneurship team into their space as guests for a day to co-work with one another and other Spark members. Spark Coworking - Baltimore, with two locations in the heart of downtown Baltimore, is an organization that offers flexible and convenient space for startups to work, collaborate and support one another. Experiencing the value of this first hand has allowed our founders to envision building and growing their venture in Baltimore. The Novella Center for Entrepreneurship strives to find new opportunities within our communities to support entrepreneurs in their journey, creating thriving ecosystems for all. If you're in the Baltimore ecosystem and have offerings valuable to early-stage startups, feel free to reach out so we can explore what a partnership might look like! #consciouscapitalism #consciousventurelab #startup #consciousstartup #venturecapital #baltimore #equitech

Cohort 12 Demo Day was an unforgettable night. This event celebrated eight founders who spent 14 weeks in our accelerator program refining the foundation of their startups and sharpening their ventures' missions—all with the purpose of elevating their impact on different communities. Thank you to everyone who came out to hear the founders share their visions, support them, and create new opportunities for their growth. It was an incredible evening, showcasing the stories of Baltimore's future entrepreneurs and beyond!?? A special thank you to UpSurge Baltimore for partnering with us for this event and capturing the beautiful moments with these lovely pictures!

?? Our friends at Halcyon Inspires are accepting applications for the fellowships below to empower entrepreneurs across the United States and the globe leveraging technology in Climate, Health, and EquityTech. ?? Climate Fellowship? An 8-week residential program in Washington, D.C., open to founders who are building for-profit ventures addressing climate mitigation, adaptation, and resilience. ?? Future Builders Fellowship? A hybrid program for U.S.-based founders creating for-profit ventures in Climate, Health, or EquityTech Founders receive expert business training in leadership, product-market fit, and investment readiness, Amazon Web Services (AWS) credits, equity-free stipends, networking opportunities with investors and diverse stakeholders, professional advisors, and more. Deadline: Sunday, Feb. 16?? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e43KhuxB? Apply: https://lnkd.in/eKK83R9 #startupaccelerator #HalcyonFellowship #HalcyonInspires #HealthTech #ClimateTech #EquityTech

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO APPLY TO COHORT 13?? Our accelerator program is an opportunity to elevate your early-stage venture while expanding it's impact in society. Join a community of diverse founders, engage with our expert mentors, and gain the strategies you need to set up your business for sustainable success. Be a part of reshaping the future of capitalism by using the power of your business to create a more just, joyous, equitable and prosperous society for us all.? Click the link below to apply?? https://lnkd.in/dxjnDByy #consciouscapitalism #consciousventurelab #startup #consciousstartup #venturecapital #baltimore #equitech

Applications for cohort 13 close tomorrow?? Cohort 11 alum, period.(dot), shares their experience going through the program. "Being part of Cohort 11 at the Conscious Venture Lab was a transformative experience for us. Before joining, we had a compelling vision and a promising idea, but we lacked the roadmap to bring it to life. As underrepresented founders, we are deeply committed to building products that drive meaningful change, and we sought a program that shared our belief in using business as a force for good. CVL not only provided us with invaluable mentorship and strategic guidance but also helped us evolve our vision into a thriving, sustainable company. The program connected us to an exceptional network of industry experts, seasoned coaches, and supportive businesses who guided us at every turn. If you have a bold idea and a passion for creating positive impact, we can’t recommend CVL highly enough. You’ll gain not just a business foundation but also a community that champions your success. We’re proud to be part of the CVL family." Apply to cohort 13 through the link below?? https://lnkd.in/dxjnDByy #consciouscapitalism #consciousventurelab #startup #consciousstartup #venturecapital #baltimore #equitech

TONIGHT is Cohort 12 Demo Day!? The roads are clear, and the event is proceeding as scheduled. Network during @upsurgebaltimore Equitech Tuesday before listening to eight founders pitch their ventures aimed to transform everyday life to be more safe, equitable, joyous, resilient and prosperous for us all. We cannot wait to see you?? ?? Baltimore Unity Hall, 1505 Eutaw Pl., Baltimore, MD ??? Free street parking is limited. We recommend arriving early, carpooling, or using a ride-hailing service. Still need to register? Register with the link below! ??https://lnkd.in/eQnFrtMn #consciouscapitalism #consciousventurelab #startup #consciousstartup #venturecapital #baltimore #equitech

TOMORROW is Cohort 12 Demo Day?? One of our participating ventures, Drivingo, is minimizing communication barriers between the fast-food industry and customers. “By automating indoor and outdoor ordering and offering several different ways to interact with our kiosk, we’re transforming customer ordering experience”?? Register for Demo Day with link below! ?? https://lnkd.in/eQnFrtMn In collaboration with @upsurgebaltimore #consciouscapitalism #consciousventurelab #startup #consciousstartup #venturecapital #baltimore #equitech