BETA Application

BETA is a five-month, cohort-based virtual training program designed to equip, support, and resource Black entrepreneurs as priority. Selected cohort members must be available to participate over the course of five months, including every Thursday at 7pm from April 2nd through June 4th, 2026. BETA programing takes a planned break giving the cohort time to apply knowledge during the month of June, ending with a mandatory pitch competition August 22nd 2026. 

To be considered for the BETA program, please complete the following short application. Once the deadline closes, the review committee will reach out to accepted applicants.

Applications Closes February 6th  2026.

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BETA Application

Used to apply for the BETA program.

  • Important: Read First

    NOTE: To be considered for this program you must have been in business for a minimum of 6 months, and make less than six figures. This programming is beneficial for startup businesses as well as established entrepreneurs.

  • Basic Business Information

  • MM slash DD slash YYYY

  • Business Structure

  • Max. file size: 512 MB.
  • Any partners that you intend to participate in the pitch with you must be able to attend classes.

  • Your Investment

  • Business Narrative

  • Max. file size: 512 MB.
    We will only listen to the first 60 seconds of your video.

  • Needs Assessment

  • Availability

  • One-time application fee.