Madam CJ Walker Institute PACE Bootcamp

The New Voices Foundation Madam CJ Walker Institute PACE Bootcamp is a signature entrepreneurship training program designed to support women of color founders. Here are the key details:

  • Program Structure: The bootcamp is a 13-week virtual program that brings together 40 entrepreneurs for intensive business coaching, community engagement, and experiential learning. The curriculum is designed to help participants either “Launch & Execute” or “Grow & Scale” their businesses, depending on their current stage.

  • Cohorts: The bootcamp typically runs two cohorts:

    • Launch & Execute: For early-stage founders focused on launching and executing their business ideas.

    • Grow & Scale: For established founders aiming to scale their operations and impact.

  • Timeline: For Fall 2024, the bootcamp is scheduled to begin in the first week of October and conclude at the end of February 2025. Application deadlines and program start dates are announced via the New Voices Foundation’s channels.

  • Support & Outcomes:

    • Participants receive weekly business coaching and access to a supportive entrepreneurial community.

    • The program culminates in a pitch competition, where cohort winners receive cash prizes (e.g., $5,000 for the Grow & Scale winner, $2,500 for the Launch & Execute winner in 2024).

    • Hundreds of hours of coaching and mentorship are provided, with a focus on reducing the wealth gap and promoting business growth among women of color.

  • Notable Partners & Sponsors: Past sponsors and partners include AARP, McKinsey & Company, and the New Voices Fund.

  • Impact: The foundation has invested millions in non-dilutive capital, hosted numerous pitch competitions, and provided direct coaching to hundreds of entrepreneurs.

  • Recent Cohort Examples: Businesses in the cohorts span industries such as beauty, wellness, food, tech, and media, all with a commitment to community impact and representation.

For more information or to apply, you can visit their official website or follow their updates on social media.