Event Debrief and Q4 Plans: BFVC

event debrief, consulting services, resources, and more!

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Zoe Chamberlin
October 17, 2025

Hi everyone!
Happy October and Q4! I’m so excited to close out the year and share some updates with you all!

First off, to all the new subscribers—welcome! I’m so happy to have you here.

We hosted our very first event on September 26th, and it was incredible meeting so many of you in person! Over 70 people RSVP’d, and we had an amazing turnout the night of. This was just the first of many events, so stay tuned for more in-person gatherings in the new year 🚀 (and maybe one more in December 👀).

Check out some pics below! 💗

Your hosts! (Aura Beauty Collective, BFVC, Ise Collective from left to right)

Founder Series Opportunity ⭐

Lastly, founders, if you’d like your venture to be highlighted on this newsletter ( for over 300+ founders and funders to see) as an official part of our Founder Series please fill out the form linked here✨ ! The next newsletter will highlight at least one of you!

Founder Consulting Services 🔥

Do you want personalized advice on your pitch deck, help with fundraising, or potential intros to investors? Book time with me here ✨ !

Check out reviews below!

“Thanks to Zoe’s help, I’m now well-positioned to find a Technical Co-founder — a critical step toward scaling ScoutAI. I’m truly grateful for her support, generosity, and belief in what I’m building.”
— Demetrius Mobley, Founder of ScoutAI

“Connecting with Zoe gave me momentum I probably wouldn’t have built on my own. She is meticulous, generous with her knowledge and resources, and truly wants the best for Black founders!”
— Kayla Broomfield, Founder of GenWe

Additional Resources ✨

1) Black Women Investor Network is hiring a Social Media & Marketing intern!

Click the link here to learn more! 👀

2) Come to AcceleratorCON on November 7th! Do not miss out on the chance to connect with like-minded founders and learn more about VCs and accelerators who may be the missing piece of your fundraising journey!

I’ll be in attendance and would love to see you there! To learn more and buy a ticket click the link here ✨ 😊

3) ASCENT: An immersive pathway designed for purpose-led founders to build efficient systems and leverage their unique stories to achieve transformative growth. Is offering 3 complimentary 2-hour growth sprints to help YOU grow your ventures. Learn more at the link here! Deadline to request a growth sprint is October 31st (Use this link to get started)!

4) NASDAQ Foundation —> Quarterly Grant Program — 75k to support entrepreneurs from under served and under resourced communities. Deadline to apply is October 24th! Use the link here ✨

🗣 Let’s Chat 1:1

Want to collaborate or learn more about BFVC?

Let’s talk! Book a 1:1 call with me here — I’d love to chat with you. ✨

That’s all for now! As always, thanks for reading — and for being part of this amazing community. 😇