Future Founders, a nonprofit organization building the nation’s largest inclusive community of intentional young entrepreneurs and entrepreneurial-minded leaders, today announced the 21 entrepreneurs who were selected to participate in the 10th cohort of its national Fellowship program.
The Fellowship is a prestigious year-long cohort designed to accelerate the nation’s top young entrepreneurs and their businesses. The goal of the program is to develop both the founders and their startups, giving them the greatest foundation for future success. Fellows benefit from mentoring, skill development, entrepreneurship retreats, a peer community, and volunteer opportunities through Future Founders programs.
“We are thrilled to welcome 21 inspiring founders into this year’s Fellowship,” said Scott Issen, President & CEO, Future Founders. “These young entrepreneurs represent our 10th cohort of Fellows since launching the program in 2015, and join an impressive group that has generated over $374 million in revenue, raised $299 million in capital, and created nearly 2,000 jobs through their paradigm-shifting businesses.”
The founders joining the Fellowship Cohort 10 hail from a diverse range of industries—including CPG, beauty, apparel, AI, and environmental science, to name a few—and bring with them a wide variety of lived experiences and perspectives on entrepreneurship. Future Founders believes that this kind of diversity makes for the richest learning opportunities, and will ultimately lead us to a better future. We are thrilled to see how our newest Fellows grow and advance that mission.
The Fellowship is generously supported by Keywell Foundation, Summer Oaks Fund, Ford Motor Company Fund, and The John E. & Jeanne T. Hughes Foundation. Acceptance into the Fellowship followed a highly competitive nationwide application and interview process.
Dulra Amolegbe, Dot – PA
Dot is a cash-to-cashless platform for African immigrant students.
Felipe Bailez, Palver – NY
Palver is an AI solution that digests online disinformation, frauds & scams, reputation safety, and stakeholders’ perception.
Will Blanchard, WattShift – IL
WattShift is Stripe for grid demand management, paying homeowners instead of fossil fuel power plants.
Ignas Bolsakovas, FoodWare – CA
FoodWare is powering the circular economy via a tech-enabled reusables tracking system and impact accounting platform.
Blake Brown, BTB Kicks – IL
BTB Kicks takes beat up and distressed sneakers and brings them back to life.
Leah Y. Castleberry, Unity Hues – IL
Unity Hues is a mission-driven business dedicated to fostering meaningful human connection through immersive learning experiences and interactive cultural products.
Paige DeAngelo, AER Cosmetics – PA
AER Cosmetics is a company dedicated to creating waste-free cosmetic solutions.
David Dellal, Floe – NY
Floe is the smart, cost-effective, and environmentally-friendly solution to tackle the $11B US ice dam market.
Tiffany Gil, Shezza – CA
Sheeza makes foam padded socks that prevent blisters on the back of the heel from new or hard to break in shoes.
Dahyun Claire Kim, Cozy Cabbage – MO
Cozy Cabbage offers traditional kimchi adapted to American tastebuds.
Trix Kirkpatrick, A Move to Remember – IL
A Move to Remember is an LGBT-owned residential moving company offering safe and affirming services to all folks.
Christian Lola, FAIDA – TX
FAIDA is a collection of premium African foods for cultural enthusiasts and adventure seekers.
Jack Miller, Raveival – CA
Raveival is an online marketplace to buy and sell second hand music festival fashion.
Yasiris Ortiz, Spin & Learn – NY
Spin & Learn is an athletic and academic program that uses table tennis, ELA, and math coaching to address the social-emotional, physical, and academic needs of inner-city students.
Mateen Pouyafar, Seedly – NY
Seedly is a low sugar, high protein snack brand that celebrates the nutritional benefits of seeds.
Madison Quintero, Full Herizon – FL
Full Herizon is a women-owned earring brand specializing in lightweight tarnish-free earrings and unique women empowerment packaging.
Claudius Taylor, Gambix – MD
Gambix revolutionizes digital experiences with AI-driven solutions that prioritize accessibility and user engagement across web and mobile platforms.
May Wang, Linens N Love – CA
Linens N Love repurposes discarded hotel linens to provide aid to those in need, fostering sustainability and compassion in communities.
Ray’Chel Wilson, ForOurLastNames – OK
ForOurLastNames empowers early career professionals to transform financial stress into financial action through customized pathways, relatable education, and secure financial partnerships.
Aarey Wooten, Bgirly Lipsauce – TX
Bgirly Lipsauce is an empowerment-driven cosmetic brand founded by Black women, committed to celebrating diversity and uniqueness.
For media and sponsorship inquiries, contact Scott Issen at scott@futurefounders.com.
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