StartOut @StartOut
Increasing opportunity and success for LGBTQ+ #entrepreneurs through knowledge, community, & access to capital. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ linktr.ee/startout Joined June 2009-
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⏰ Applications to pitch in our 2025 #DemoDay competition close in 3️⃣ days! It’s THE event for queer founders to pitch their startups to a panel of expert judges and compete for cash prizes! ⏩ startout.org/events/startou… #LGBTQFounder #PitchEvent
👻 Don’t be scared of a little networking! Find a virtual or in-person #StartOut event for YOU this month, we have something for everyone. Plus we’ve got some exciting StartOut Awards events we’ll be announcing soon! 🗓️ linktr.ee/startout
🚨 APPLICATIONS CLOSE IN 5 DAYS! Are you ready to pitch your passion? Apply to participate in our #DemoDay in San Francisco (11/4) or Los Angeles (11/6)! 👉 startout.org/events/startou… (You don’t have to be local to apply!) #StartOutDemoDay #DemoDay2025 #LGBTQ
YOU CAN WIN $5K 💰Apply to pitch in #Demo Day competition by October 5th! Join us in San Francisco (11/4) or Los Angeles (11/6) to pitch your company to a panel of expert judges!! All are welcome to apply to this event tailored for LGBTQ+ founders. 🌈 🔗 startout.org/events/startou…
🎉 Happy #HispanicHeritageMonth! Help us celebrate by replying with your favorite (or your own) Hispanic or Latinx LGBTQ+-owned businesses! Beyond this month, take time to find & support Hispanic and Latinx LGBTQ+-owned businesses in your community!
🍂 Is the fall season inspiring you to connect with and support LGBTQ+ founders and allies? Look no further! StartOut’s Mentorship Program connects you with emerging entrepreneurs through a state-of-the-art mentorship platform. 🤝 Learn more & join at startout.org/mentors
Still deciding if you want to join cohort 2 of our #SparkLabIncubator? This 6-week virtual program will help you build a sustainable business and you’ll leave with an investor-ready business plan! 💢 Apply by tonight (9/22) at startout.org/spark-lab/
📣 Cohort 2 apps for our Spark Lab Incubator are OPEN! The virtual program equips early-stage founders with mentoring, workshops, and community networking. 🔗 Apps close 9/22 startout.org/spark-lab/ #StartOut #LGBTQIA #Entrepreneur #incubator #Entrepreneursupport #LGBTQFounder
🌟 We're thrilled to share FOUR incredible leaders have joined us! Sidd Gavierni, Alexander-Ali Dalipi and Traci Keen have joined our Board of Directors. But we didn’t stop there! Cori Coccia has been appointed as our new Director of Operations. 🔗 startout.org/startout-expan…
We’re 28 days from THE StartOut event of the year! Our annual #StartOutAwards gathers trailblazers in the LGBTQ+ entrepreneur community, just check out these highlights from last year’s StartOut Awards celebration! 🎟️ bit.ly/3J1vxkt 📅 10/16 📍NYC #StartOutAwards2025
🌈 Our #founder portal gives you access to resources and programs that help you grow your business, knowledge and network. You’ll connect with like-minded community from across the ecosystem when you join as a founder member! Sign up at startout.org/founders-progr…
The #StartOutAwards is the premier celebration of the nation’s LGBTQ+ entrepreneurial community, recognizing outstanding #LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs across industries. Thank you to these companies that have shown their commitment to the LGBTQ+ entrepreneur community. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🩷🤎
✅ Apps for StartOut #DemoDay are NOW LIVE! Sponsored by @SVB_Financial and @heymistr_, we will showcase some of the top LGBTQ-led, scalable startups to a panel of expert judges for CASH PRIZES in SF & LA! 💰 👉 Apply by 10/5 >> startout.org/events/startou…
Our annual #StartOutAwards is bringing community together to celebrate queer trailblazers Sophia Bush and Lt. Col. Jennifer Pritzker. Plus, @HeidiNCloset will be hosting our evening and DJ Parker Phillips will be bringing the tunes! 🎟️ bit.ly/3J1vxkt 📍NYC 🗓️ 10/16
Since launching in 2017, StartOut Growth Lab has helped over 100 companies grow, supporting the creation of over 4,300 jobs! Meet our newest cohort of LGBTQ+-led startups taking their venture to the next level. 🌈 🔗 startout.org/startout-annou…
💡Community in Action🌈 When I reached out for help finding a Broker/Dealer from within our community, @StartOut answered—fast, supportive, connected. A reminder of our strength when united. 👉 Read more & share: linkedin.com/posts/therainb… #StartOut #LGBTQCommunity #StrongerTogether
🌟 Apps for cohort 2 of our #SparkLabIncubator are open through 9/22! Don’t miss out on gaining a virtual community of like-minded, growth-oriented founders, mentors, and experts tailored for LGBTQ+ founders!! Learn more about the program & apply at startout.org/spark-lab/
🍂 Fall in love with community this month- find a September StartOut event to join! We’ve got virtual, in-person, social and educational events for founders at every stage to connect with our diverse startup ecosystem. 🗓️ startout.org/events #FallEvents #LGBTQFounder
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