Join a Founder-First Community Built to Help You Grow Faster

Plug In Ventures connects founders to customers, capital, talent, and real introductions—not just content. Whether you’re scaling, pivoting, or preparing for your next raise, this community is designed to move your company forward.

Membership Benefits

Tap Into a Deep Network

Forge relationships with founders, seasoned entrepreneurs, and influential leaders, encompassing top executives in sectors like venture capital, technology, product development, and digital media.

  • Exclusive Access to Resource Provider and Partners Events
  • Dinners
  • Social Activities
  • Special Guest Appearances from Across the Country

Access to Exclusive Programming

Engage, communicate your story, and discuss insights with peers nationwide. Attract members for roles such as business partners, co-founders, advisors/mentors, executives and investors.

  • Office Hours
  • Power Huddles / Labs
  • Workshops

Accelerate Your Growth

Elevate your career and broaden your professional connections through our specialized masterclasses and workshops, designed to provide deep industry insights and collaborative opportunities.

  • 1-on-1 Accountability & Planning Coaches
  • Peer Groups
  • Access to Capital

Past Visionaries & Distinguished Speakers

Plug In’s network brings together industry leaders who are dedicated to fostering a brighter future for Black & Brown founders. Their expertise, experience and dedication significantly enrich our community and our programming.

Aaron Samuels
Founder, Collide Capital
Abbey Wemimo
Co-Founder & Co-CEO, Esusu
Adriana Alterman
Director, Salesforce Ventures Impact Fund
Arabian Prince
Founder & CEO, GGGOAT
Charles Hudson
Founder & Managing Partner, Precursor Ventures
Issac Hayes III
Founder & CEO, Fanbase App
Jesse Draper
Founding Partner, Halogen Ventures
Julia Collins
Founder & CEO, Planet FWD
Kameale Terry
Co-Founder & CEO, ChargerHelp!
Kimberly Bryant
Founder & CEO, Ascend Ventures
Kyle Hill
Founder & CEO, Brave Wealth
Lindsey Heisser
Manager, Global Philanthropy, Snap Inc.
Marlon Nichols
Founding Managing Partner, MaC Venture Capital
Melissa Hanna
Co-Founder & CEO, Mahmee
Natalie King
Founder & CEO, Dunamis Charge
Rodney Williams
Co-Founder & CEO, LISNR
Travis Holoway
Co-Founder & CEO, SoLo Funds
Valeria Martinez
Investor, VamosVentures

Platform Partners

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From Our Founders

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Become a member of Plug In’s Black & Brown Startup Tech Community.​

Gain exclusive access to resources, mentorship, and a network of like-minded tech innovators. Whether starting or scaling your business, our community supports your success. Connect, collaborate, and thrive.​

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