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What We Do

Black Global Startups, Inc. delivers programs designed to meet Black founders where they are—and connect them to where they want to go.

Our programs focus on shared learning, co-creation, and economic empowerment, supporting entrepreneurs across Africa and the Diaspora with the knowledge, networks, and opportunities needed to build globally competitive ventures.

Explore our core programs below.

BGS ACADEMY

LEARN. BUILD. SCALE.

OVERVIEW

The BGS Academy is our global learning platform for Black founders at every stage of their entrepreneurial journey. Through curated courses, live workshops, and expert-led masterclasses, the Academy delivers practical, culturally relevant education designed to help founders launch, grow, and scale their ventures.

Who It's For

Early-stage founders
Growth-stage entrepreneurs
Aspiring founders exploring entrepreneurship
Innovators building across Africa and the Diaspora

What You’ll Gain

Practical startup and scaling knowledge
Insights from experienced founders and global experts
Tools, frameworks, and real-world case studies
Access to the broader BGS ecosystem

Program Format

Live virtual sessions and workshops
On-demand learning resources
Cohort-based learning experiences
Global participation

FOUNDER CIRCLES

GROW TOGETHER THROUGH PEER LEARNING

OVERVIEW

Founder Circles are peer-led learning communities that bring together Black entrepreneurs to share knowledge, challenges, and opportunities in a trusted, collaborative environment.

Each Circle connects founders across regions, industries, and stages—creating space for honest conversation, accountability, and collective growth.

Who It’s For

Active founders and co-founders
Entrepreneurs seeking community and accountability
Founders navigating growth, fundraising, or expansion

What You’ll Gain

Peer support from fellow founders
Facilitated group discussions
Cross-border perspectives and insights
Long-term relationships within the BGS network

Program Format

Small, curated groups
Regular virtual meetings
Regionally and globally focused Circles

MENTORSHIP EXCHANGES

BRIDGING AFRICA AND THE DIASPORA

OVERVIEW

The BGS Mentorship Exchange connects founders with experienced mentors across Africa and the global Diaspora, fostering knowledge transfer, collaboration, and long-term relationship building.

This program is designed to break down geographic silos and create meaningful mentor–mentee connections that support founder growth and leadership development.

Who It’s For

Founders seeking guidance and perspective
Experienced entrepreneurs and professionals ready to mentor
Diaspora leaders looking to give back

What You’ll Gain

For Founders:

Strategic guidance and real-world insight
Global perspective on business and markets
One-on-one mentorship relationships

For Mentors:

Opportunity to support Black founders globally
Meaningful impact and connection
Engagement with emerging ecosystems

Program Format

Structured mentor–mentee matching
Time-bound mentorship cycles
Virtual engagement

GLOBAL CASE LIBRARY

OVERVIEW

The Global Case Library is a curated collection of case studies highlighting Black-led startups and ventures from around the world.

This resource documents real entrepreneurial journeys—capturing challenges, innovations, and lessons learned—to inform, inspire, and educate the global BGS community.

WHAT YOU'LL FIND

In-depth case studies
Founder interviews and reflections
Lessons on growth, failure, and resilience
Regional and sector-specific insights

EXPLORE THE CASE LIBRARY

BGS HUBS

OVERVIEW

BGS Hubs are locally rooted innovation ecosystems connected to the global Black Global Startups network. Each hub serves as a platform for learning, collaboration, and opportunity within its region—while linking founders to global networks.

Launching first in The Gambia and Kenya, BGS Hubs will expand across Africa, the Caribbean, North America, and Europe.

WHAT HUBS PROVIDE

Founder programs and events
Community convenings and workshops
Access to global mentorship and partnerships
Pathways to funding and scale

EXPLORE OUR GLOBAL HUBS

CO-CREATION & INCUBATION

OVERVIEW

BGS’s Co-Creation and Incubation initiatives support cross-border collaboration between founders, teams, and ecosystems. These programs are designed to help entrepreneurs co-build ventures, pilot solutions, and expand into new markets together.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Cross-regional startup teams
Design sprints and innovation labs
Support for early-stage venture development
Access to partners and advisors

Ready to Build with BGS?

Whether you’re looking to learn, connect, or scale—Black Global Startups, Inc. has a program designed to support your journey.

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