We strive to make it possible for anyone, from any background, to build a thriving 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 and across geographic regions 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
650+
Outdoor Entrepreneurs in our Slack Community
104
Entrepreneurs supported in our accelerator programs
40+
Unique Workshops Created
100+
Mentors in our Network
Bringing Deep Experience and Passion for Working with Entrepreneurs
Enhao Li, Curriculum
Former investment banker and 3x founder who has created 6 accelerators and advises emerging businesses on strategy and financing.
BA from Harvard College
Co-Founder, Curriculum
Katie Doherty
10+ years supporting startups and small businesses and building ecosystems, incubators, and accelerators for them to thrive.
BA from Harvard College
Co-Founder, Partnerships
Community & ContentEmily Holland
Director of Brand Partnerships and Community, Plug Tone Audio Producer, Nature Untold Podcast Senior Customer Success Manager, Forrester BA Ithaca College
Darren “DJ” Josey
Outdoor industry sales, marketing, and retail professional with 15+ years of experience at Vibram, Polartec, and NEMO Equipment.
Manager, Economic Development Partnerships
Jasmine Sanchez
Founder, Vessel Athletics Former Manager Corporate Partnerships, Plug & Play Former Labs Manager, SJSU IDEAS Technology & Entrepreneurship Club BA San Jose State University
Programming
Social MediaAngie Lake
Co-founder, Wild Poppy Creative Consulting Host, For The Love Of Podcast Former Outdoor Program Specialist, Girl ScoutsBS Northeastern University