We make it possible for anyone, from any background, to build a successful outdoor business.
Our Mission
Entrepreneurs need specific skill sets, industry knowledge, and professional connections to drive business growth. Historically, however, access to these resources has been limited based on demographic, geographic, and socioeconomic factors.
Alongside our partners, we’re building support - programming, community, mentorship, and financing - to make it possible for entrepreneurs from all different backgrounds to build successful companies.
Because today’s entrepreneurs are tomorrow’s industry leaders. When leadership is more representative of humanity, a broader group of people will feel seen, heard, and welcomed in the industry and in the outdoors.
A Snapshot of our Work
450+
Outdoor Entrepreneurs in our Slack Community
65
Entrepreneurs supported in our accelerator programs
40+
Unique Workshops Created
60+
Mentors in our Network
Bringing Deep Experience and Passion for Working with Entrepreneurs
Co-Founder and CEO, Founderkind Former Co-Founder, Doteable Former Investment Banker, Morgan Stanley BA Harvard College
Enhao Li, Curriculum
Co-Founder, Founderkind Former Co-Director, Runway Startup Incubator Former Manager of Corp. Innovation, Singularity U. OR Emerging Leader Inspiration Award Finalist BA Harvard College
Katie Doherty, Partnerships
Director of Brand Partnerships and Community, Plug Tone Audio Producer, Nature Untold Podcast Senior Customer Success Manager, Forrester BA Ithaca College
Emily Holland, Content & Community
Angie Marie, Social Media
Co-founder, Wild Poppy Creative Consulting Host, For The Love Of Podcast Former Outdoor Program Specialist, Girl ScoutsBS Northeastern University
Founder, Vessel Athletics Former Manager Corporate Partnerships, Plug & Play Former Labs Manager, SJSU IDEAS Technology & Entrepreneurship Club BA San Jose State University
Jasmine Sanchez, Programming