We Can't Do This Alone

Our partners in the startup ecosystem are part of the synergy that gives Flywheel its kinetic energy!

As you may know, our programming centers around two accelerators, one in the Fall and the other in the Spring. In-between we meet great social entrepreneurs who are ready to go. No one wants to hit pause, nor should they.

That’s why we are grateful to be able to partner with Queen City Angels to provide scholarships to five entrepreneurs who are great fits for our programs…. when we are in session. The two-day QCA Bootcamp, June 13-14, is a drink-from-the-firehose jump-start for any founder. It covers many of the topics Flywheel includes in our workshop sessions. Big thanks to Scott Jacobs, the executive director at QCA for making this happen.

Let me introduce you to our scholarship founders.

Simone Bess, Philautia TD. Simon has been introducing BIPOC students to careers in STEM through a summer camp program. She would like to scale her business to reach more students.

Valda Freeman-Karmo, AARON Wearable Tech, Ltd. Valda is developing a system to help police officers know when they are approaching an individual who has developmental disability issues that explain unresponsive or unusual behavior.

Renika Smiley, Generation NOW is a nonprofit to support growth and collaboration for young professionals.

Jonathan Smith, OneSix Consulting, Jonathan is helping emerging athletes, influencers and entertainers maximize their exposure and capture their potential.

Dawn Whiteside, I am a Masterpiece. Dawn is 1/2 of a dynamic duo working with men who are re-entering the workforce to style them for their job interviews and improve their prospects for employment,

These two days studying startup concepts and making connections could change their business and change their lives. Thank you Queen City Angels for helping us support our social entrepreneurs.