Sign Up Now: Culture Catalyst for Underrepresented Founders coming in August

Build the Culture of YOur Dreams

Are you a woman, LGBTQ+, or BIPOC founder leading a pre-seed, seed, or Series A startup? We're thrilled to announce the launch of Culture Catalyst — our new sliding-scale program designed specifically with you in mind — on August 7.

As founders ourselves, we know the incredible challenges of building a company from the ground up. The constant juggling act of product development, fundraising, and team building can be overwhelming. Now, add the critical task of creating a stand-out company culture to that mix. Sounds impossible, right?

We get it. As an LGBTQ+ and WMBE-owned company, we've also lived the additional hurdles that underrepresented founders face. We know you're already working harder to secure funding and prove yourself in an industry that wasn't built with us in mind. But here's the truth:

Culture isn't just a nice-to-have; it's the backbone of your future success.

Consider these statistics:

💡 92% of today's talent prioritizes working for companies with cultures that contribute to their overall well-being

💡 85% of startup leaders say culture plays a crucial role in securing investment and attracting talent

💡 86% of startup leaders believe that a strong company culture is crucial for growth

The message is clear: without a strong culture, it's going to be hard to scale your great idea. You simply won't be able to attract and retain the top talent needed to bring your vision to life.

Yet, despite these compelling numbers, most VCs we've spoken to don't include culture planning as part of their platform support for founders. This leaves a critical gap in the startup ecosystem, especially for underrepresented founders who are already facing an uphill battle for funding.

That's why we've created Culture Catalyst — a transformative three-week program designed specifically for women, LGBTQ+, and BIPOC founders leading pre-seed, seed, and Series A startups.

We know you're stretched thin. We know you're juggling a million priorities. But we also know that investing in your company's culture now will pay dividends for years to come. That's why we've designed this catalyst program to be:

1. Practical and Time-Efficient: We respect your packed schedule. Our program consists of weekly 2-hour virtual sessions, supplemented with targeted asynchronous activities.

2. Tailored for Underrepresented Founders: Leverage your unique perspectives and experiences to build an inclusive, dynamic workplace.

3. Early-Stage Focused: Start building your culture from day one, setting a strong foundation for future growth.

4. Community-Driven: Learn from those who've been in your shoes and connect with a supportive network of fellow founders.

5. Accessible: Our pay-what-you-can model ensures that no founder is turned away due to budget constraints.

In just three weeks you’ll be equipped with a greater sense of confidence and clarity as a leader, as you:

✔️ Uncover your core values and translate them into leadership principles and workplace policies

✔️ Craft a compelling workplace culture blueprint and action plan

✔️ Develop strategies for building a diverse, inclusive, and human-centric organization

✔️ Learn how to implement your cultural vision while balancing other startup demands

Don't let culture become an afterthought. Join us for Culture Catalyst and turn your company's culture into your competitive advantage. Companies that solve for culture in today’s complex environment have an incredible market differentiator at their disposal; plus, you’ll benefit by creating a healthy culture for yourself.

Spots are limited for our inaugural program, which we’ll offer once annually. Secure your place today and take the first step towards building a startup that not only disrupts markets but also sets new standards for workplace excellence.

Culture Catalyst is free, however, we welcome contributions to support our mission of fostering inclusive workplaces.

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Questions? Reach out to hi@nextbigthingconsulting.co for more details.

Let's build the future of human-first startup cultures together!