Founders First CDC is a nonprofit organization focused on providing minority and underserved entrepreneurs with the resources and support they need to grow their businesses. The organization offers a range of services including business accelerator programs, leadership development, and access to capital.

Founders First CDC

Founders First FastPath

We are a not-for profit, 501C3, community development organization and micro-small business accelerator assisting under served and under represented established small businesses generating at least six figures in revenues annually. Our programs guide business owners through the process of achieving accelerated growth through curriculum, hands-on assignments and expert coaching. We have a special focus on service-based businesses led by women, ethnic minorities, military veterans and those located in low to moderate income areas.

Congrats to the 2023 Southern California Job Creators Grant Finalists! We’re thrilled to welcome you to the Founders First family and we look forward to seeing where your #passion takes you next. The best is yet to come! 🎉

Lola Adeyemo - Sapient Logic
Jonas Maceda - Dynamic Education Services
Erica Hampton - eBrand
Harry Jackson - 360 Human Services
Cheryl Broom - GradComm
Dennis La Salle - La Salle Solutions
Michael Betance - Connect Logistics
Manuel Martinez - Portship International Company
D'Andre Lampkin, MSci CJA HSEM - Care Staff Professionals
Don Fields - Rich RNB
Steven S. - Crush It Marketing
Jaimie Lewis, MPA - Anese & Associates
Jorge R. - Growler Logistics 
Guljuakar Batkhan - G&J Tax CPA
Sophia Chang - Pure Health Alliance
Fa'avae Fa'avae - F2 Manufacturing
Matt J. - The Crease Beast
Karina Roman-Salvador - Muaydirigma International
Anthony Newman - DTLA Loft 
Carmen Ricapa - Amazon Graphics 
Ania Kaminska - Worksters
Yvonne Escobedo - ESCO Aerospace MGF

#SoCalSmallBiz #SoCalEntrepreneurship #SoCalMinorityBiz #DiverseBusiness #SouthernCalifornia

Congratulations to Lynette Smith, the Founder of Nutz About Popcorn, for securing 1st place in the Founders First Pennsylvania / New Jersey Challenge Pitch Competition! 👏🏆 We appreciated learning more about your business and your dedication to providing a diverse range of customization options for your popcorn products. Your commitment to using high-quality ingredients, emphasis on top-notch customer service, and an array of enticing flavors truly stood out during your pitch.

#NJSmallBusiness #JerseyEntrepreneurs #PASmallBusiness #PennsylvaniaEntrepreneurs #PA #NJ #DiverseFounders

Join us on Thursday, December 7, 2023, at 11am for our webinar, "Navigating The Funding Landscape." Gain valuable insights on the funding landscape and how to leverage it to propel the growth of your business. Secure your spot now: https://ff-cdc.org/3T6SJjZ

In this dynamic panel discussion, industry experts Ila Gomez, Amy Nelson, and Oscar Franco will come together to shed light on the diverse avenues available for small businesses to thrive on the path to financial success. 

#BusinessGrowthInsights #StrategicBusinessGrowth #FinancialSuccessJourney

Join us in making a difference for #GivingTuesday! Your support fuels our mission to build an inclusive economy for diverse founders nationwide. 🌟 Donate Today: https://ff-cdc.org/3GaHwXZ

#EmpowerEntrepreneurs #InclusiveEconomy #SupportSmallBiz #DiversityInBusiness #GivingTuesdayImpact

Congrats to the 2023 Texas Fastpath program graduates. 🎉 Your graduation is not just a milestone, but a launchpad for the incredible journey ahead. Welcome to the Founders First family!

Emmanuel Oni - Lydia Painting Company
Calita Hill Clark - Lewis Clark Trucking LLC
Maria Perez - Roads Consulting Group
Moses Varghese - Lumos Technology Services
Roque Bocanegra - RBG Construction Homes LLC
Linda Marroquin - Quick Qabinets
Dennis Hoang, MBA - Patturn
Michael Farmer - Innova Learning Inc. 

#Entrepreneurs #BusinessAccelerator #BusinessMilestone #GrowthOpportunities

In honor of Veterans Day, we're giving a round of applause to the 25 Stephen L. Tadlock Veteran Grant finalists. Welcome to the Founders First family, and a sincere thank you to all the Veterans across our nation for your service! #CelebratingVeterans

Spencer Payne - Brotallion
Clyde Harden - Harden Enterprises Services LLC
Malaysia Harrell - Blissful Life Consulting LLC 
Latoya Stampley - Stampley Technology & Management, LLC
Seneca Thompson - A Simple Organizing & Moving Company, LLC.
Jordan J. Foley - Let's Chow
Connie Hunter Baptiste - MFH Services4U LLC
David Braswell - Outright Fitness LLC
Cody Bess - Poprouser Inc. 
Jason Núñez - Go Digital Hero
Aszloyn Wakefield, Ed.S - Family First Solution cdc
Joelle Choe - Aribaro Company
Bryan J. Stewart - HDO Health
Jake Pimental - Tennis Finance
Tom Gauthier - AgTechLogic
Dana Young-Askew - Connection Point Services LLC
Perry Coats - Harvesting Hands Homestead LLC
Hasan Dirton - House of Huebris
Warrick and Takicha Roundtree - The Brand Amplifiers LLC
Quay Eady, MBA - Quay Eady Consulting LLC
Michael Showalter - Snakebyte Media
Holly Miguel - Spark Movement Academy
Richelle Futch, LICSW - Sponsor Match
Latrishia Bianani - Tutor Doctor Ponte Vedra Beach
Anton C. Smith - Waiea Water Distributors LLC

#VeteranEntrepreneurs #HonoringOurHeroes

Join us on Tuesday, November 14th at 10 am PT / 1 pm ET to discover how you can maximize your business's income streams through the creation of recurring revenue. This virtual webinar will be hosted by Adam Riggs-Zeigen, the Head of Programs and Technology at Founders First. Register today: https://ff-cdc.org/49ojoOY

#BizWebinar #RecurringRevenue #BusinessIncome #SubscriptionModel #RevenueGrowth #IncomeDiversification

Huge thanks to our partners for their continuous support in helping us spread the word about the Stephen L. Tadlock Fund for Veteran business owners. 🎖

Bunker Labs
NaVOBA
UTA VBOC
BCL of Texas
National University
Philadelphia Alliance for Capital and Technologies (PACT)
THE ROSIE NETWORK
Eastern Minority Supplier Development Council
San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation
Los Angeles LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce
SoCal VBOC | Southern California Veterans Business Outreach Center
StartOut
Independence Business Alliance
The African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey (AACCNJ)

Get ready for an exciting Veteran grant recipient announcement coming in the next few weeks.  #Vetpreneur #VeteranBiz #SupportVeterans

We recently had the opportunity to gather with our entire team at the San Diego headquarters. As a partially remote staff, we truly appreciate the moments when we can come together to brainstorm new ideas, engage in team-building activities, and strengthen our bonds. We look forward to reuniting at the next Founders First event in 2024! 🌟 #TeamBuilding #LoveOurTeam

We're excited to announce the $100,000 Southern California Job Creators Grant, offering grant funding and program accelerator scholarships to 25 business owners in Southern California. The application deadline is November 13, 2023. Apply Today: https://ff-cdc.org/3RZjF4H 

#SoCalBusiness #SoCalEntrepreneurs #LACountyBusiness #SanDiegoBusiness #GrantFunding

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