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Congrats to Access Alum Kristen Dunning on this incredible milestone.

We are thrilled to announce that?Naya Fela Powell, founder of Utopia Global Wellness , has been accepted into the prestigious?Techstars DC?program! Utopia Global Wellness is a wellness platform dedicated to empowering women by promoting holistic well-being, addressing the social determinants of health, and fostering balance in their lives. You can learn more about their impactful mission at?Utopia Spa and Global Wellness. Naya's acceptance into Techstars is a testament to her innovation, dedication, and potential for growth in the wellness space. With access to world-class resources, mentorship, and networks, we are excited to see how Utopia Global Wellness will continue to thrive and lead the way in women’s wellness. This milestone highlights Naya’s hard work and vision, and we look forward to supporting her continued success as she leverages this incredible opportunity. Congratulations, Naya! #founder #capitalreadiness #techstars #entrepreneur #DC #atlanta #zaneaccess

?? Exciting News! ?? I’m thrilled to announce that I’ll be joining the Zane Access? Capital Readiness Cohort 8! This opportunity is an incredible milestone for us at GlobeKin, Inc. as we continue our journey to revolutionize out-of-school digital learning. Over the course of just 4 days, we’ll dive deep into mastering technical elements like term sheets, deal structures, and forecasting—skills that will empower overlooked founders like us to confidently navigate the complex world of capital and negotiations. This is an exciting chapter for GlobeKin as we grow, learn, and refine our mission! A huge thank you to the amazing team at Zane Access?and Zane Venture Fund for this opportunity. I’m eager to learn, connect, and take GlobeKin, Inc. to the next level as we make out-of-school learning more engaging, accessible, and meaningful for children everywhere! #StartupLife #startup #Entrepreneurship #GlobeKin #CapitalReadiness #ZaneAccess #EdTech #Cofounder #Earlystageinvesting #Fundraising #CEO #Elarning #Earlystageventure #Atlanta

We are beyond excited to introduce the innovative founders of Cohort 8 for the Zane Access Capital Readiness Program! These incredible businesses are reshaping industries and making a real impact: Lauren Watts of Blooprint Academy?? A subscription box that fosters engaged learning through play for early learners. Grace Simmons Glugger ?? A retail package store offering a fresh take on consumer convenience. Deanna Gaines of DSH Group ??? A consulting firm dedicated to bridging gaps in Affordable Housing access. Danny Bristow of Bristow Studios ?? A movie studio pushing the boundaries of creative storytelling. Jeremy Vincent, CPA of GlobeKin, Inc.???? An e-Learning platform cultivating engaged learning and play beyond the classroom. Abdul Rahimi D. of Jootal?? A platform connecting African agriculture and real estate resources with international businesses. Alex McCully?of?Hop'N Go TOURS??? is a NEW creative way to explore the city of ATL & beyond!?From historical landmarks, street art, celebrity attractions, local markets & museums, Join us in celebrating their journey toward capital readiness, and watch as they create transformative solutions for a healthier, more inclusive economy! ?? #ZaneAccess #Cohort8 #CapitalReadiness #HealthyHumanEconomy #Innovation #Entrepreneurs #SocialImpact #HealthEquity

Access Alums Accepted into Techstars Atlanta and Detroit Techstars We are thrilled to announce that three of our Zane Access alums have been accepted into the prestigious Techstars Atlanta and Detroit Techstars programs! This incredible achievement reflects the dedication, innovation, and hard work of these founders, who continue to make strides in addressing social determinants of health through their ventures. Being accepted into Techstars is a testament to their potential for growth and impact, and we are excited to see them thrive as they leverage the resources, mentorship, and networks these renowned accelerators offer. This milestone not only underscores the value of Zane Access in preparing founders for success but also reinforces our commitment to fostering a healthy human economy through technology-driven solutions. Congratulations to our alums on this well-deserved recognition, and we look forward to supporting their journey ahead! Melissa R. Brogdon Shanise Thomason FourthParty Tressed #entreprenuers #founders #atlanta #techstars #keepingly Techstars Detroit Monica Wheat Melissa Pegus Techstars Atlanta Powered by Cox Enterprises

Zane invites founders to apply for Cohort 8 ?? of our capital readiness accelerated accelerator program Attention, entrepreneurs! Are you seeking to enhance your knowledge about capital readiness? If so, our Zane Access Program is tailored just for you! Please mark your calendars for September 30 - October 4th as we bring you an enriching in-person and virtual experience. We’ve partnered again with Invest Atlanta, opening the door for early-stage entrepreneurs of all industries, sectors, and backgrounds. Get ready to immerse yourself in a dynamic learning environment that will help you thrive! Applications are now open! Funders and Access alums, we welcome you to refer founders to your network, too! Apply before September 13th: https://lnkd.in/eYrB3DZn #accelerator?#entrepreneur?#program?#capital?#capitalreadiness #atlanta

Zane invites founders to apply for Cohort 8 ?? of our capital readiness accelerated accelerator program Attention, entrepreneurs! Are you seeking to enhance your knowledge about capital readiness? If so, our Zane Access Program is tailored just for you! Please mark your calendars for September 30 - October 4th as we bring you an enriching in-person and virtual experience. We’ve partnered again with Invest Atlanta, opening the door for early-stage entrepreneurs of all industries, sectors, and backgrounds. Get ready to immerse yourself in a dynamic learning environment that will help you thrive! Applications are now open! Funders and Access alums, we welcome you to refer founders to your network, too! Apply before September 13th: https://lnkd.in/eYrB3DZn #accelerator?#entrepreneur?#program?#capital?#capitalreadiness #atlanta

Zane Access Alum News Congrats to Zane Access Cohort 6 Alum?Dedren Snead, whom the Ford Foundation selected as one of the 2024 Global Fellows. Dedren Snead is a computer scientist, artist, and educator from Atlanta, Georgia. He is the founder of Subsume, a technology studio that utilizes gaming and artificial intelligence to create solutions to social inequalities and expand access to education for young people from underrepresented communities. The Ford Global Fellowship is a $50 million, 10-year investment that aims to connect and support the next generation of leaders from around the world who are advancing innovative solutions to end inequality. Our flagship international fellowship focuses on shared learning across issues, building and strengthening connections across borders, and developing a supportive, interconnected cohort across a wide variety of sectors. Our hope is that the fellowship will catalyze and amplify the impact of these fellows’ work, both individually and collectively. #founder #education #underrepresented #opportunity

CELEBRATING WOMEN FOUNDERS ?? : We couldn't let the month go by without acknowledging the women builders in our community. Women founders primarily represent the Zane Venture Fund portfolio and the Zane Access? alum community. Women have overwhelmingly entrusted us with supporting them in their capital readiness journey, and we couldn't be more proud to provide them with a vetted curriculum designed to increase their chances of a successful fundraiser. Our mission is clear: providing capital readiness education and capital to underfunded entrepreneurs. Our lane is focused, and we have remained consistent with this since our start in 2019, when we had our first-ever program in #NYC. As we continue to work for parity in capital access, let's celebrate the women who have journeyed with us over the past five years. The work still needs to be completed. The marathon continues ?? Akshita Iyer Ruby Gadelrab Tudor Cora Miller Kristy McCann Flynn Karishma "Kush” Chawla Barbara Jones-Brown Christian Ross Jordyn Weaver, MIE Lila B. Candace H. April Roy A Few Wood Men Twanna Harris Kristin Tellis Quaye, Esq. Melissa R. Brogdon Delphine Carter Jennifer "Jaki" Johnson Carolyn D. Pitt, Esq. Naya Fela Powell LaVonda Brown, PhD, MBA Ashley Bella Taryn Felder Stacy Griffin Sheila Jordan Brooke Hill Yolanda A. Barton Amy L. Russell Brandi Shelton JoJo St. Claire, MBA Deniesha Palmer, MBA Madilynn A. Beck MEd, AMFT Janai Walters Elissa Russell Dionna Gray Danyelle Gray Shanise Thomason Deniece Griffin, MBA #investor #capital #empowerment #atlanta #founders #womenentrepreneurs #womenfounders #womenshistory #whm2024

Congrats to cohort 7 on their graduation! We are so proud of the founders who joined us for our intense accelerated program. We delivered the compcomprehensive financial and legal information needed for startups and small businesses. Our partners at Thompson Hine LLP hosted our final day and luncheon with our community partners. We are thankful to to the dividuals for joining the founders to share other important initiatives and programs in the city. From investors to ecosystem builders, the business owners received firfirst-handnformation on how to work with these organizations while continuing their founder journey. Thanks to Emily Dinu, Jewel Williams, Allyson Eman, Anastasia Simon, RASHEDIA MAYHANE, Ana María Sierra Jaramillo, and our favorite investor, Sig Mosley. And to the best facilitator, Olayinka Osibodu! She knows this program like the back of her hand, and we are thankful for her continued work with our community. Congrats founders! N. Gina Malak Michael Choi Loriel Price Sarah Lawrence Maiya N. Calvetta Phair Charon Collier