Welcome to Black Innovation Launchpad
About
Are you a Black entrepreneur looking for curated content developed with your needs in mind? The DMZ’s Black Innovation Launchpad is for you. This platform is jam-packed with expert curated content sourced from Black founders and industry professionals to assist you in acquiring the skills and expertise needed to galvanize your entrepreneurial journey.
Eligible Canadian citizens have the opportunity to meet with a DMZ Expert-in-Residence upon program completion.
This program has been subsidized by the generous sponsorship of SheaMoisture
What to Expect
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Chapter 1: Starting Up
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Welcome to Black Innovation Launchpad by Abdullah Snobar, Executive Director of the DMZ
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Pre-Course Survey
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Your Business Model
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Priority Setting
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Marketing Your Business
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Chapter 2: Your Finances
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Acquiring Funding from the VC Perspective
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Fundraising: VC and Founder Perspective
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Leveraging Grants
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Chapter 3: The Road to Expanding Your Network
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Seeking Out Mentorship in the Tech Space
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Networking, Productivity and Time Management
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Finding a CTO
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Chapter 4: Expanding Your Business
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Growth Strategies and the Significance of Timing
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Hiring for your Team and Attracting Great Talent
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Chapter 5: What's Next?
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Congratulations on completing Black Innovation Launchpad by Abdullah Snobar, Executive Director of the DMZ
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Next Steps and Resources
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Your quick feedback, please!
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About DMZ
DMZ is a global startup ecosystem that features a world-leading incubator, talent academy, partner network and strategic investment fund. Through its award-winning programming, DMZ equips tech founders with the tools needed to build, launch and scale high-impact startups.
Over the past 14 years, DMZ has helped 1000+ startups raise $2.69 billion in capital and create 5,200+ jobs. From its headquarters in Toronto, DMZ has also grown a strong international presence – with offices and partnerships across North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia, Africa, the Middle East and the Caribbean.