Transparent Collective Welcomes Batch 11: Empowering the Next Generation of Underrepresented Founders
We are thrilled to announce Transparent Collective’s Batch 11, a cohort of seven innovative Black and women founders from across the U.S. Selected for their exceptional products and vision, these founders will join our week-long intensive program in San Francisco from October 20 to October 24, 2024.
Transparent Collective, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, helps underrepresented founders access the resources and connections needed to build successful tech companies. Our program is designed to provide hands-on workshops, personalized mentorship, and invaluable networking opportunities with top-tier investors — all without taking equity or charging participants.
About the Program
Our week-long intensive program equips early-stage founders with the essential tools and knowledge to succeed in the competitive tech landscape. Participants engage in practical workshops, receive one-on-one mentorship from industry experts, and refine their pitches and storytelling skills to attract investors. By the end of the week, founders gain a clearer understanding of the fundraising process, leaving with a strengthened foundation to scale their companies.
Our program fosters a collaborative environment where founders not only learn but also connect with other talented entrepreneurs and share insights. The relationships built here — both with fellow founders and investors — are key to helping these startups thrive.
Meet Batch 11
AisleGo
Founder: Treandous Cuthbertson
AisleGo is an events vendor marketplace and booking management platform that simplifies the process of finding and securing services for any event.
Happiest Ours
Founder: Ryan Morrissey
Happiest Ours is a SaaS-enabled marketplace that allows users to instantly book bartenders and purchase the exact amount of alcohol needed for events, eliminating waste and ensuring hassle-free planning.
Kozen
Founder: Madala
Kozen connects wellness professionals with businesses and communities, providing a seamless platform for well-being experiences and streamlined client management, all designed to improve workplace balance.
Liiv
Founder: Devin Abraham
Liiv offers software solutions to housing authorities, helping streamline operations and tackle the affordable housing crisis with a more efficient approach to housing management.
Kwema
Founder: Ali Jabry
Kwema developed the world’s first smart badge reel with a hidden duress button, empowering nurses to discreetly call for help in cases of workplace violence, enhancing safety in healthcare environments.
Trustedcopy
Founder: Aminata Ba
Trustedcopy fights document fraud by authenticating the validity and source of documents, providing businesses with a secure platform to prevent fraud and maintain transaction integrity.
Worklution Inc.
Founder: Cierra Gross
Worklution is building AI-driven solutions that enable businesses to manage their workforces more efficiently, optimizing both productivity and employee engagement as the future of work evolves.
Transparent Collective’s Mission
At Transparent Collective, we are deeply committed to helping underrepresented founders — particularly Black, Latinx/Hispanic, and women entrepreneurs — gain access to capital, connections, and the support they need to succeed. By creating a founder-first, seed-stage program that’s free of charge and equity-free, we are able to focus on what matters most: building strong companies with lasting impact. Our program is made possible through the generosity of our sponsors and donors, who share our commitment to creating a more inclusive and diverse tech ecosystem.
If you’re interested in connecting with the Batch 11 founders or learning more about our program, please reach out to us at info@transparentcollective.com.
