Mission
The VentureCapital.Org mission is to improve the human condition through technological entrepreneurship by helping new entrepreneurs create the next generation of industry-leading companies.
Vision
Our vision is to empower emerging and diverse entrepreneurs to create technologically and commercially sustainable companies that increase high-quality jobs and new economic opportunities in under-served regions of the US.
History
Formed in 1983 as an educational 501(c)(3) non-profit, VentureCapital.Org (VCO) was one of the original venture accelerators in the U.S. and has become an industry leader in creating economic development opportunities in underserved markets across the United States.
Our Programs
70% of the companies that go through our programs raise capital within 12 months of completed mentorship. On average our VCO alumni startups collectively go on to raise $45 million of early stage capital each year.
Our featured programs include: 1) Mentorship & Education Program; 2) College Intern Program; 3) Women Entrepreneurship Program, and 4) Veteran Entrepreneurship Program.
Our Events
The Investors Choice® Conference is the longest running venture capital conference in the country. At this unique “Pitch” event, up to 30 startups will present their business opportunities to local, regional, and national investors.
The WeROC® event targets those who have an interest in investing in women-led companies and women entrepreneurs looking to overcome the hurdles of raising equity for their startups.
Featured Alumni
Snacktivist Foods’ Mission: Conscientious Indulgence
Snacktivist Foods is a women-owned food revolution based in Northern Idaho. Our passion is to drive a new grain economy by developing leading-edge baking mixes and a finished product line of “better-for-you” baked goods. We understand that a vital part of fighting climate change is developing regenerative agriculture-driven supply chains. We are a critical link in the value chain that produces flavorful, healthy foods from crops vital to creating a diversified and ecologically sensitive farming system. Our products are vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO, and wholegrain. Our mantra is that “it is what we put in our products that are exceptional, not what we leave out.”
Featured Sponsor
NOW CFO is a “roll-up our sleeves” full service consulting firm with a singular focus on outsourced CFO, Controller, accounting, and finance needs.
NOW CFO has built a reputation as talented management consultants and financial analysts with an entrepreneurial spirit and focus. We bring these qualities to our clients to help create continued success and growth. Our advisors partner with our clients to create this success.
Proud Sponsors
