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Connect. Learn. Co-create.

We don’t wait for the future.
We build it.

BGS aims to build a bridge of entrepreneurship, cultural creativity, and Black economic empowerment by connecting Black entrepreneurs through shared learning, co-creation, and community building.

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Why BGS

Who We Are

BGS matches startups with complementary strengths across continents. Together, they gain fresh perspectives, access new markets, and accelerate growth by building as one team.
ABOUT US
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SHARED LEARNING

Knowledge-sharing that bridges continents and contexts
  1. BGS ACADEMY

    Courses, webinars, and founder-led masterclasses

    Whether you’re just getting started or scaling fast, BGS Academy delivers bite-sized courses, live webinars, and masterclasses led by Black founders who have been there. Dive in, learn practical tools, and apply what works in your own venture.

    Do you have something to teach? We welcome founders to lead sessions or share special workshops — pitch your idea and help someone else grow, too.

  2. FOUNDER CIRCLES

    Peer-to-peer learning groups by industry or region

    Connect with people who share your background, industry, or career path. In Founder Circles, you’ll collaborate, exchange insights, and share wins or roadblocks in a safe, focused group. It’s your network around the globe — and your accountability squad, too.

    Want in? Join a Circle, or help start one in your region or vertical. Share your knowledge — others are waiting to learn from you.

  3. GLOBAL CASE LIBRARY

    Case studies of successful Black-led ventures

    See what success looks like — locally and globally. Our Case Library curates stories of hardship, ingenuity, and breakthrough. Learn how Black founders overcame challenges, scaled culture, and built what works in their markets.

    Have a story? Share your journey or one you admire. Your case could teach thousands around the world.

     

  4. MENTORSHIP EXCHANGES

    Diaspora-to-Africa mentorship programs

    Bridge continents, build bonds. Mentorship Exchanges connects experienced Black founders in the diaspora with entrepreneurs on the continent. Accelerate learning, open up networks, and foster leadership that spans oceans.

    Interested in mentoring or being mentored? Reach out, share your expertise (or your need), and let’s build something bigger together.

Founders Circle

The Founders Circle is your front-row seat to the future of Black innovation. As a founding member, you’ll gain early access to exclusive events, curated resources, and powerful connections across industries and continents.
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Founders Residency

A 3-month virtual or hybrid residency that brings together selected black founders from across the globe to co-learn, co-build, and gain visibility.

KEY FEATURES:

  • Weekly expert sessions (business modeling, fundraising, cultural branding)

  • Founder matching across geographies

  • Final pitch showcase to partners/investors

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CO-CREATION

Building ventures and solutions together
  • BGS Collaborators Lab - A space for co-building startups across borders
  • Co-Incubation Program - Pairing startups from different countries to build together
  • BGS Co-Design Studio - Product/brand design sprints with cross-continental teams
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Diaspora Capital Bridge

A targeted initiative to connect Black-led startups in Africa with diaspora investors, mentors, and advisors.

COMPONENTS:

  • Cross-border pitch nights

  • Investor readiness bootcamps

  • Diaspora-to-Africa investor network

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Black Capital Week

A week-long virtual campaign featuring:
  • Daily live interviews with Black investors
  • “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) with successful founders

  • Capital Clinics: 1-on-1 sessions with funders

  • Resource drops (grant lists, funding guides)

Connect. Learn. Co-Create.

A global support system rooted in shared identity and ambition

"BGS gave us an opportunity to co-create with like-minded people on shared goals."

Buba Manjang
Founder

"BGS gave us an opportunity to co-create with like-minded people on shared goals."

Buba Manjang
Founder

"BGS gave us an opportunity to co-create with like-minded people on shared goals."

Buba Manjang
Founder

"BGS gave us an opportunity to co-create with like-minded people on shared goals."

Buba Manjang
Founder

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