May 1, 2025

Female Founders Pitch Night Recap (April 2025)

Eight women-led startups pitched their ventures at Build in Tulsa’s Female Founders Pitch Night, securing $36,000 in awards across AI, event tech, and community development. The event highlighted the growing momentum of underestimated entrepreneurs shaping the future of innovation.

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May 2, 2025

From Challenges to Triumph: Winning at SXSW and What’s Next for Launch Ahead

Building something from the ground up isn’t easy—especially when you’re creating something that’s never been done before. The journey with Launch Ahead has been full of highs and lows, navigating funding hurdles, tech development, and the weight of making sure that youth in foster care have access to the resources they need.

May 1, 2025

Female Founders Pitch Night Recap (April 2025)

Eight women-led startups pitched their ventures at Build in Tulsa’s Female Founders Pitch Night, securing $36,000 in awards across AI, event tech, and community development. The event highlighted the growing momentum of underestimated entrepreneurs shaping the future of innovation.

Apr 30, 2025

Leah Saucedo, Abigail Chow, and Alan Meyer - Founders of Tally Receipts

At Build in Tulsa’s Female Founders Pitch Night, Leah Saucedo, Abigail Chow, and Alan Meyer introduced Tally Receipts, a platform for sustainable receipt management. Watch their pitch and learn how they are building smarter financial solutions.

Apr 30, 2025

Kemi Bolatito - Founder of Scooly Technology

At Build in Tulsa’s Female Founders Pitch Night, Kemi Bolatito took the stage to share her innovative solution, Scooly Technology. Watch the full pitch and see how Kemi is creating change and building the future of entrepreneurship.

Apr 30, 2025

Melissa Williams - Founder of Pulse

At Build in Tulsa’s Female Founders Pitch Night, Melissa Williams pitched Pulse, an AI-powered tool for improving relationship health. Watch her pitch and see how Melissa is combining technology and emotional wellness.

Apr 30, 2025

Rene Bramlett - Founder of Eygide 360

At Build in Tulsa’s Female Founders Pitch Night, Rene Bramlett presented iGUIDE 360, an AI-powered smart eyewear solution. Watch her inspiring pitch and see how Rene is helping redefine independence and accessibility.

Apr 30, 2025

Bria Francisco - Founder of Collective Impact

At Build in Tulsa’s Female Founders Pitch Night, Bria Francisco pitched Collective Impact, a software solution supporting grassroots organizations. Watch her pitch and learn how Bria is strengthening communities through innovation.

Apr 30, 2025

Stephanie Cheney & Claire Tomm - Cofounders of Flourish Pros

At Build in Tulsa’s Female Founders Pitch Night, Stephanie Cheney and Claire Tomm introduced Flourish Pros, a growth platform for creative entrepreneurs. Watch their pitch below and see how they are empowering Tulsa’s creative economy.

Apr 30, 2025

Shacole Hamlett - Founder of PlanBrite

At Build in Tulsa’s Female Founders Pitch Night, Shacole Hamlett introduced PlanBrite, an AI-driven platform to streamline event production. Watch her pitch and learn how Shacole is bringing innovation to the events industry.

Apr 30, 2025

Nicole Halper - Founder of Proofed & Proven

At Build in Tulsa’s Female Founders Pitch Night, Nicole Halper shared Proofed & Proven, a platform making book publishing more accessible through AI. Watch her pitch and see how Nicole is amplifying new voices

Apr 29, 2025

Tulsa: Hustle Fund Batter Up Pitch Event

Hustle Fund’s Batter Up Series is a pitch event in cities often overlooked by mainstream VC. Hustle Fund believes that great founders look like anyone + come from anywhere and Build In Tulsa is proud to have partnered with them on this event during the MidCon VC Summit.

Apr 25, 2025

News on 6 Features Build in Tulsa's 1921 Awards

News on 6 featured Build in Tulsa's 1921 Awards, which, in partnership with 1921 Sankofa, grants nearly $3,800 each to eight Black Tulsa entrepreneurs, honoring the legacy of Black Wall Street and supporting economic and community change.

Apr 17, 2025

How to Craft a Winning 1921 Awards Submission

This guide will assist you with crafting a compelling nomination for the 1921 Awards, emphasizing how to showcase the nominee's achievements and potential with purpose.

Apr 11, 2025

Build in Tulsa & 1921 Sankofa Fund Partner to Double 1921 Awards Grants to $3,842

Build in Tulsa, in partnership with the 1921 Sankofa Fund, opened applications and nominations Friday, April 4th for the 2025 1921 Awards. Honoring the enduring spirit of Black Wall Street, the initiative will award eight Tulsa-based entrepreneurs $3,842 each.

Mar 13, 2025

How W.E. Build Gave me Space to Dream Bigger

W.E. Build gave me space—not just to work, but to think, to breathe, to dream even bigger than before. It forced me to slow down and ask hard questions about what growth truly looks like.

Mar 12, 2025

My Transformative Journey With the W.E. Build Accelerator

Margo Falls, founder of SeniorPark, found the W.E. Build Accelerator instrumental in moving her senior care software company from development to thriving, providing crucial mentorship and networking opportunities.

Mar 3, 2025

How W.E. Build Transformed Me as a Founder

W.E. Build gave me the funding I needed to develop my MVP. They connected me with an incredible mentor who not only guided me but also helped me secure my first clients through their network.

Feb 21, 2025

Build in Tulsa Opens Applications for W.E. Build 2025 Accelerator

Build in Tulsa has opened applications for W.E. Build 2025. W.E. Build is a holistic business accelerator designed to level the playing field and assist women with limited access to resources and funding.

Feb 21, 2025

Financial Wellness and Wealth Building with Reginald Canal

Financial literacy is key to building generational wealth. Yet, many in Black and underserved communities have not had access to this information.

Feb 7, 2025

Why Build in Tulsa’s Female Founders Pitch Night Matters

Build in Tulsa’s Female Founders Pitch Night helps underrepresented entrepreneurs refine ideas, connect with investors, and secure funding, driving real impact through storytelling.

Jan 23, 2025

Black History Month Events in Tulsa for Startup Founders

Join Build in Tulsa this Black History Month for workshops, coaching, and resources to empower entrepreneurs and build financial success!

Jan 12, 2025

W.E. Build 2024 Recap 2024

W.E. Build, Build in Tulsa's business accelerator, has wrapped up another incredible cohort.

Jan 12, 2025

Happy New Year, Build in Tulsa Friends!

A founder recently said, “Without Build in Tulsa I don’t think my company would be this far. They saw beyond what I saw for myself and because of that it allowed me to push forward.”

Jan 12, 2025

Winners from Product Pitch Night (November 2024)

Build in Tulsa Product Pitch Night Recap: AfroPop, Queen Kisses, and K&K SMILES shine as standout innovators, showcasing brilliance, innovation, and impact in their industries.

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