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Two distinct tracks, one network. Whether you're shaping your first venture or scaling toward institutional capital, there's a cohort built for where you are.

TRK_01 // foundations.initlive

Track 01 · Early Stage

Foundations

From idea to first traction.

Stage
Pre-seed · Idea → MVP
Duration
4-week program

HBCU founders and student-builders shaping their first venture. Bring the conviction — we bring the scaffolding.

  • 01Structured curriculum on product, story, and go-to-market
  • 02Mentor pods with operators from the 2150 network
  • 03Access to the iLABs sector labs and campus partners
  • 04Demo day with early-stage funders and strategic partners
Apply for Foundations
TRK_02 // advanced.initlive

Track 02 · Scaling

Advanced

From traction to capital.

Stage
Seed → Series A · Revenue-generating
Duration
4-week program

Founders shipping revenue who are ready for institutional capital, transatlantic distribution, and category leadership.

  • 011:1 strategy with founders-in-residence and category experts
  • 02Warm intros to funders across the US and UK
  • 03Distribution partnerships through HBCU and corporate networks
  • 04Term-sheet coaching and post-raise operating support
Apply for Advanced

Not sure which cohort is right for you? Start the intake form — it routes you to the right track based on where you are today.