Five Madison companies have been selected to participate in a local business accelerator program. Bee Made It, House of Flavas, SeeMyEars, N.Joy Studios, and Wisconsin Martial Arts & Fitness Center are currently taking part in the gBETA Urban League program through Urban League of Greater Madison and national venture capital firm gener8tor.
gBETA Urban League is a free, seven-week accelerator program designed to set a path for Black entrepreneurs and other entrepreneurs of color to build successful small businesses in Madison, with a particular focus on entrepreneurs who are interested in becoming a part of the Urban League of Greater Madison’s Black Business Hub. Founders receive coaching and access to Urban League and gener8tor mentors, customers, corporate partners, and financial professionals.
Nearly 60 entrepreneurs applied for the program. The five selected companies were chosen based on their growth potential and brick-and-mortar readiness. At the program’s end, the entrepreneurs will pitch their companies to community partners and the public at a Feb. 6 showcase event at the Black Business Hub, 2352 S. Park St., Madison, from 5–7 p.m. Click here to register.
Small businesses interested in learning more about gBETA’s programming and resources or applying to a future program can click here. Those interested in mentoring these companies or getting involved in other ways are also encouraged to connect.
