Pitch Deck Webinar Recap, In Person Event, and Resources!

Mark your calendars!

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Zoe Chamberlin
September 05, 2025

Hi Everyone!
Happy September ✨

I’m so excited to catch you all up on some big updates! A huge welcome to our 100+ new subscribers — I’m thrilled to have you join the BFVC community. Let’s dive in!

Pitch Deck Webinar: Perfecting Your Pitch Deck ⭐

On August 13th, founder consultant Jean Brune gave us an incredible session on perfecting pitch decks.

Missed it? No worries!
✨ Watch the full replay here
✨ Top tips at a glance:

Whether you’re pitching for funding, partnerships, or growth, this talk is a must-watch.

Join Us IRL: In Good Company ✨

If you’re a founder, ally, investor, or simply curious about the startup world, this one’s for you!

On September 26th, we’re hosting our very first in-person event:
✨ In Good Company ✨

This event is a collaboration with Ise Collective and Aura Beauty Collective — two powerhouse, Black women–founded communities.

Come connect, network, and vibe with incredible people building amazing things. I cannot wait to meet you all in person!

Got questions? Email me anytime — I’m happy to help! 💌

Resources, Resources, Resources! ✨

1️⃣ Founders: Want your venture spotlighted in this newsletter?
Fill out this quick form to get in front of the BFVC community of founders and investors. 💖

2️⃣ SXSW Pitch 2026 is open!
Check out Esosa Ighodaro’s post here and apply before September 12th. ✨

3️⃣ Mark your calendars: In Good Company on September 26th — don’t miss it! 😁

🗣 Let’s Chat 1:1

Need advice on pitching, fundraising, or just want to learn more about BFVC?

Let’s talk! Book a 1:1 session with me — I’d love to support you. ✨

“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

Thanks for reading — and for being part of this amazing community. 😇
Want to collaborate or just chat? I’m only an email away.