VISIBLE NEWS
December 8, 2023
Visible Hands is a VC firm that provides exceptional founders from underrepresented backgrounds with the funds, hands-on support, and community they need to thrive at the earliest stages of company building.
Happy Friday, VH Community!We're one week into December, balancing our end-of-year planning with the familiar rush of holiday festivities, year-end deadlines, and a flurry of activity. Amidst this season, it's essential to pause and acknowledge the importance of taking time for ourselves—to relax, reflect, and unwind.
It's easy to get swept up in the busyness of this season, and chances are you're a founder, therefore "slowing down" isn't normally part of your getup.
That's why this weekend, we're challenging you to slow down, take a step back, and recharge. While the holiday season can be joyous and exciting, it's also essential to acknowledge that it can bring its own set of stressors. Whether it's meeting deadlines, attending gatherings, or managing personal responsibilities, it's okay to carve out time for self-care and relaxation.
Finding moments to unwind doesn't always mean a grand gesture. It can be as simple as enjoying a cup of hot cocoa, taking a leisurely walk, practicing mindfulness, or spending quality time with loved ones. These small moments of respite can have a profound impact on our well-being, enabling us to approach the season with a renewed sense of energy and clarity.
As we embrace the festivities and close the chapter on 2023, let's also remember to gift ourselves the precious present of relaxation and reflection. Let's celebrate the year and look forward to a new chapter with renewed vigor and clarity.
Thank you for being part of our vibrant community. Wishing you all a December filled with moments of peace, reflection, and joy.
Be well,VH Team
VH ANNOUNCEMENTS
Congratulations to VH Co-Founder and General Partner Daniel Acheampong on recently joining the board of American Student Assistance (ASA), an organization committed to helping millions of students navigate their educational and career paths!
Curious about how your startup can take advantage of the holiday season? Here's our five tips.
Looking for tools and resources for your startup? Be sure to follow us on IG for our daily story advent calendar for founders!
VISIONARY UPDATES
Founder Updates, Asks, and Wins:
Congratulations to Visionaries II Founder Brandon Mitchell of WriteSea on his recently announced partnership with 4 Day Week, and for receiving a Top Tier 30 under 30 award!
Congratulations to Visionaries I Founder Michelle Dalzon of Katapulte on recently winning a $75K prize from the 2023 Black Ambition Prize Competition!
Congratulations to Visionaries I Founder Noelle Acosta of Noula Health on placing on the Women of Wearables list of 200 Trailblazing Leaders in Women's Health 2023!
If you're taking care of an aging parent in NYC, join Visionaries I Founder Alyse Dunn of CareCopilot's FREE Meetup group! Every month, they host a free event for caregivers - this month, they're heading to the Museum of the City of NY for a night of drinks, dancing, and art. Learn more and join the party here on December 14th!
VHNYC I Founder Brittany Brathwaite of Kimbritive is hosting a "Self-Care Mas" retreat and you're invited! This day-long celebration includes workshops on breathwork, sensual herbalism, reimagining your health & wellness journey, and more! Learn more and get your ticket here to join on December 17th.
WHAT WE HAVE OUR EYES ON
➕ Founder funding, community resources, and events
Start 2024 off with StartOut Growth Lab, a startup accelerator that offers top-quality mentoring, education, and networking opportunities for companies that are founded by LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs. Cohort 13 is a 5-month long program that begins in March 2024, and applications are open now! Learn more and apply here by December 15th.
Applications are open for the HerRise MicroGrant, which provides financial assistance, with the help of corporate sponsors and donors, to Women of Color creating innovative solutions that impact their community and that are often unable to secure funding for their small business. Learn more and apply here.
Applications are open for the Venture Lane Studio accelerator program. Next cohort kicks off in March '24. Venture Lane invests up to $100K in B2B tech startups and runs a 3 month program focused on sales & GTM. Learn more and apply here!
🌎 Ecosystem Spotlights:
Applications are open for Inc.'s Female Founders 250, which celebrates the most dynamic, inspiring, and trailblazing women founders who have had the biggest impact in the past year. If you would like to join this list of acclaimed female founders, now's your chance. Learn more about the applications and apply here by December 8th.
Applications are open for investments by Ganas Ventures, which invests $100K checks into early-stage community-driven companies in the US and Latin America and helps them grow through the power of community. Learn more and apply here.
Applications are open and rolling for The Shadow Her Program, a six-month program designed to equip women entrepreneurs with the skills and resources they need to achieve success in today’s competitive business environment. Learn more and apply here.
💼 Featured Jobs
Trust Fund is looking for a Venture Capital Intern to support its fund and growing portfolio of incredible companies. Learn more and apply here.
VHBOS Team Seak is currently hiring an Inside Sales Representative - learn more and apply here.
Our friends over at Liberty Mutual are hiring for multiple innovation-related positions - learn more about the available roles and apply here!
🧑🏽💻 What we are loving lately:
Watching: Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce, Theaters
Listening: Every Little Thing, Spotify
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