StartOut

At StartOut, we are committed to expanding and deepening our impact, ensuring queer entrepreneurs have the skills, community and access necessary to grow their companies, thus creating a more inclusive economy for all. StartOut is here for you.?#strongertogether A statement below from StartOut CEO Brian Richardson

?? There’s still time to submit our 2024 survey, share your thoughts on StartOut’s work and be entered for the chance to win a free trip on JetBlue*! ?? Our survey closes next Tuesday and we want to make sure you get the chance to help shape StartOut’s future and how we can continue impacting LGBTQIA+ innovation. ?? Thank you to JetBlue Ventures, JetBlue for collaborating with us on this survey prize and supporting LGBTQ+ founders. This survey takes about 15-20 minutes to complete, get started at https://bit.ly/3Zf7hB1! *Terms and blackout dates apply. Prize includes 2 round-trip tickets for one winner and 1 round-trip ticket for two winners. #StartOut #Survey #JetBlue #LGBTQFounders #LGBTQIA #LGBTQEntrepreneurs

Proud to learn and grow with founders who lead with trust. Thank you, Shira Yevin at Gritty In Pink, Tarik Perkins at StartOut, and Valentine Aseyo at Matador Meggings. #growthlab #tulsa @gkff Experience Tulsa

?? Join Us for an Evening of Connection and Celebration! ?????? Out Professionals + StartOut- LGBTQ+ Holiday Networking at Hotel Zeppelin - SF I'm thrilled to share that OutPro and StartOut and are teaming up to host a festive LGBTQ+ Holiday Networking event in San Francisco! ?? This is the perfect opportunity to connect with inspiring professionals, expand your network, and celebrate the holiday season in style. ?? Date: Wednesday, December 4 ? Time: 6:00 PM PST ?? Location: Hotel Zeppelin, 545 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94102 Whether you're looking to spark meaningful conversations, meet potential collaborators, or just enjoy the vibrant community spirit, this event is for you! Special shout out to Danny Gray the pillar of OutPro SF to put this together, and the meaningful support from leaders Charlie Conard from OutPro National and Daniel Anzueto from StartOut HQ. And all the supports from the StartOut SF family Dawn Dzurilla, Skye King, MS, MPH, EQCC, Julia Gleason, Ethan Tse, Dan Cafiero, Chris Luquetta-Fish, Jacob Smith. And the beautiful venue of Hotel Zeppelin San Francisco, who has been the host since last year! Let’s celebrate diversity, innovation, and success together. ??? Reserve your spot now: https://lnkd.in/gkyPmMPZ See you there! ?? #LGBTQNetworking #StartOut #OutPro #HolidaySeason #SFEvents

????? Did you miss the first "Ask Me Anything" session last week? No worries, join our next virtual info session on Tuesday, December 10 and ask all your Growth Lab questions to our Program Manager, Jake Hannigan. Drop in to meet the program manager, ask questions, learn about the program content & how to make your application stand out! RSVP ?? https://lnkd.in/gEzpBDza ??Applications are due 12/20 #SGL #StartOutGrowthLab #Accelerator #LGBTQFounder

?“Transgender Day of Remembrance seeks to highlight the losses we face due to anti-transgender bigotry and violence. I am no stranger to the need to fight for our rights, and the right to simply exist is first and foremost. With so many seeking to erase transgender people — sometimes in the most brutal ways possible — it is vitally important that those we lose are remembered, and that we continue to fight for justice.” -Gwendolyn Ann Smith ?? ?? Transgender Day of Remembrance began in 1999 and on this 25th day of memorial, we grieve and honor those who lost their life to anti-trans violence. Today and every day, let’s continue building spaces, community and opportunities for our trans community to flourish and thrive. Check out Advocates for Trans Equality’s Trans Remembrance Project to read their memorial page, data and safety resources for trans folks.? https://lnkd.in/gSrGc4gG Quote and references from GLAAD. #TransDayofRemembrance #TDOR

?? Want to help chart StartOut's future? Interested in a free trip for two on JetBlue? If you answered yes to either, keep reading. At StartOut, we recently launched a comprehensive strategic planning process to meet the evolving needs of LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs in our changing times. As part of that process, we want to hear from you. Your insights are essential in shaping how we can best support you and our entire community. Join us and complete the survey by Tuesday, December 3. This is your chance to share directly what matters most to you, highlight any unmet needs and let us know how StartOut can be the very best for our community. ?? And as a thank you, everyone who completes the survey will be entered to win round trip flights with JetBlue* to anywhere they fly! Share your thoughts at https://bit.ly/3Zf7hB1 *Terms and blackout dates apply. Prizes include 2 round-trip tickets for one winner and 1 round-trip ticket for two winners. This survey should take between 15-20 minutes.