Deadline: July 21, 2025
Applications are open for the AfroTech Conference Founder Circle 2025 Cohort. The Insider Founder Circle at AfroTech Conference is designed to uplift and empower diverse tech founders who are building scalable, impactful companies beyond the idea stage.
They are looking for founders at the pre-seed through Series A stages who are demonstrating traction, clear go-to-market execution, and innovative thinking—even if they haven’t raised significant capital. They are focused on founders innovating in the following key verticals: MedTech, Energy & Sustainability, creator economy, cybersecurity, frontier tech and telecom & connectivity. They are committed to your success by removing attendance costs, providing elite leadership development programming, and access to venture capital networks.
Benefits
- Free Access
- Gain a free Premiere ticket to AfroTech Conference with access to the exclusive Founders Summit Stage
- Receive a unique Founder Sticker for networking
- Enhance Leadership & Business Skills
- Develop the skills you need to stand out
- Participate in monthly virtual programming
- Fostering Peer-to-Peer Learning and Support
- Join a vibrant community of 200 founders in your cohort
- Share experiences, challenges and build lasting relationships that help propel your business and yourself forward
- Broadening Access to Venture Capital Networks & Investors
- VC ready founder profiles will be shared to secure invitations to exclusive events and networking opportunities.
Eligibility
They are seeking founders at the pre-seed to Series A stage who are:
- Building beyond the idea stage
- Demonstrating traction and execution
- Innovating in:
- MedTech
- Energy & Sustainability
- Creator Economy
- Cybersecurity
- Frontier Tech
- Telecom & Connectivity
Application
If you’re building something big and want to scale with support, visibility, and a powerful network — this is for you.
For more information, visit AfroTech Conference Founder Circle.
