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The Wocstar Entrepreneur Academy’s program is designed to help you unlock capital, scale your business, and build lasting success.

Wocstar-GFS Academy’s unique program provides entrepreneurs with invaluable insights from active funders, expert guidance to refine their storytelling, and customized fundraising strategies covering investor pitches, grant applications, and loan proposals. This nationally recognized program features curated workshops, one-on-one mentorship with industry leaders, and a network of like-minded peers. Our commitment extends beyond the program, offering continued support through networking and introductory events designed to accelerate participants' entrepreneurial journeys.

LAUNCHING IN APRIL 2025!

Empowering Entrepreneurs to Secure Funding and Scale THEIR BUSINESS with Confidence.

WHAT OUR GRADUATES SAY

  • Kaelin Bass

    Wocstar GFS Academy changed my life tremendously in only 6-8 weeks. The one-on-one mentorship with Gayle Jennings O’Byrne and the program is invaluable. I advise any entrepreneur to take this workshop; it’s perfect if you want a better understanding of running a start-up business and seeking investment. 10/10.

    KMBoobies

  • Marc LittleJohn

    This is a great and much-needed program. Being an entrepreneur is difficult, and even more so for people of color, so building community and providing the needed tools for success is so important for us.

    LittleJohn New York

  • Ameka Coleman

    This workshop helped me fine-tune my pitch and increased my confidence in speaking about my brand. It took me to the next level. Now, I have zero fear of verbally articulating my vision for my brand, and my financial and structural business needs to potential partners and investors.

    Strands of Faith

What you’ll get

  • Level Up

    Sharpen your skills and refine your approach with workshops and mentorship specifically tailored for creative minds.

  • Turn Passion into Profit

    Continue to learn actionable strategies to transform your business venture into a thriving success story through personalized 1:1 office hours with our industry experts

  • Unlock Funding Opportunities

    Connect with the investment and technology communities, gaining the resources and support to fuel your business growth

  • Amplify Your Voice

    Gain greater visibility at prestigious industry events, putting your work and vision in front of the right audience

FAQ

  • The program runs for eight weeks and will be a combination of workshops, programming and mentorship opportunities. We understand entrepreneurs have very busy schedules so this virtual program has been designed so you can achieve your goals from virtually anywhere.

  • The live virtual 8-week program runs:

    February to June

    October to November

  • The program is nation-wide so it will be primarily virtual with the opportunity for a few in-person gatherings at the end of the program.

  • The ideal candidate/company will meet the following criteria:

    • Is an inclusive company with diverse representation in the founding team, founder(s), or other C-suite members.

    • Technology or technology-enabled company that is venture-backable (i.e. pre-seed to Series B funding).

    • Has launched products/services with proven revenue within the past two to three years.

  • Workshops & curriculum specially designed for diverse entrepreneurs with your unique challenges and experience in mind

    • 1:1 coaching from Wocstar Capital network of mentors, investors, and industry professionals.

    • Connections to new funding opportunities and our network of top-tier investors

    • Community - You will be joining a select group of BIPOC and diverse entrepreneurs