Founder House at
AfroTech 2025
A Central Hub and One-Day Programming Event for Houston's Early-Stage Founders
About the Event
The Challenge
AfroTech is the largest annual gathering of Black tech professionals, founders, and investors in the country. But for many Black founders, even at an event built for our community, breaking into venture capital networks and accessing real fundraising opportunities can still feel out of reach.
Our Solution
We're bringing our proven founder programming to Houston during AfroTech 2025—meeting our community where they already gather—to give Black founders the strategies, tools, and investor connections they need to raise venture capital and scale their startups.
What We Offer
Program Agenda
Kickoff & Coffee: Settle In for an Epic Day
Settle in, grab coffee & breakfast, and get ready for a high-impact day.
Opening Remarks
Welcome and set the tone for the day ahead.
Unlocking Social Capital at AfroTech
This session will teach founders how to strategically navigate AfroTech, build meaningful connections, and leverage social capital to unlock new opportunities for growth and funding.
Show Me the Money: Fundraising 101
A deep dive into the fundraising journey, covering what investors expect, how to structure a successful raise, and common pitfalls to avoid.
Startup Hacks: Running Your Business Like a Pro
Learn the key operational strategies that set successful startups apart—covering hiring, financial planning, product execution, and scaling efficiently.
Founder's Table: A Power Lunch with Impact
Enjoy a family-style lunch while engaging in meaningful conversations with investors and experienced founders.
AI & Storytelling for Founders
Learn how to craft an investor-ready narrative and leverage AI tools to refine your pitch.
Storytelling Deep Dive: Nailing Your Narrative
Refine your company story for maximum investor impact.
Wrap Up: Key Insights & Next Steps
Close out the day with key takeaways and next steps to help you move forward with confidence.
Big Ideas Lab: Founder Whiteboard Jam
An interactive white boarding session where selected founders tackle real business challenges in real time, with live problem-solving and expert feedback.
1-Day A.I. Build-a-thon
Join Us
Ready to take your startup to the next level? Apply now for AfroTech 2025.
Our Partners
Transparent Collective
Helps Black, Latin, and women founders access the resources and connections they need to build successful tech companies.
Venture 313
A powerful platform designed to help Detroit, Michigan entrepreneurs launch and grow their businesses.
Venture 313
A powerful platform designed to help Detroit, Michigan entrepreneurs launch and grow their businesses.
Transparent Collective
Helps Black, Latin, and women founders access the resources and connections they need to build successful tech companies.
Our Sponsors
Thank you to our sponsors for making this event possible