CALLING ALL TECH FOUNDERS

Are you a tech entrepreneur searching for unique assets and resources to develop the leadership skills to elevate your businesses? Apply today to be part of the inaugural cohort of the new Technology Entrepreneurship Leadership Council.

WHAT IS THE TECHNOLOGY ENTREPRENEURSHIP LEADERSHIP COUNCIL (TELC)?

The TELC was created to develop new entrepreneurial leaders in the Philadelphia region. The program is designed to provide participants with leadership skills, startup expertise, and network building while delivering an intrinsic commitment to diversity, inclusion, and social impact.

Drexel University's Charles D. Close School of Entrepreneurship is the home of this council and the "convener" of startup education resources, leadership training, and networks to provide a more straightforward leadership pathway for tech entrepreneurs.

Regional thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors comprise council leadership. These individuals will be active participants and contributors to the council.

WHO CAN APPLY?

• Preference is for applicants who define as "under-represented founders" using the National Institue of Health Diversity definition at https://diversity.nih.gov/about-us/population-underrepresented.
• Operate as a "tech" enabled business (food tech, health tech, IT services - if in doubt - apply!)
• The applicant should be a for-profit company within the Philadelphia region.
• Startup or early-stage company that has not progressed beyond an early seed round of funding.
• Experienced team with at least one member of management working full-time.
• The product or service does not violate any local, state, or national law.

SELECTED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING AT NO CHARGE:

• An accelerator course (once a month) in the areas of financial acumen, business valuation, and entrepreneurial thinking (location: Baiada Institute, 3230 Market Street and/or via Zoom). TBD times/dates
• Coaching and mentoring by TELC council members and experienced faculty and staff from the Charles D. Close School of Entrepreneurship.
• Promotion and exposure of your business.
• Networking opportunities within the cohort and access to the TELC network of business leaders, investors, and mentors.
• Eligibility to sit on the council upon completion as a fellow and mentor.

TIMELINE

• September: Applications Open
• November: First Cohort Announced
• November/December: Accelerator Course (Zoom and live)
• Nov-January: Mentorship and Networking (times and days mutually agreed upon by mentor/company)
• February/March: Annual Gala Culmination