POCIT Competitors

Techstars helps founders scale their startups into world-changing businesses. Founded in 2006, Techstars is on a mission to invest in startups to enable more capital to flow to more entrepreneurs around the world in order to deliver exceptional returns to our investors. We do this by operating accelerator programs and venture capital funds, as well as by connecting startups, investors, corporations, and cities to help build thriving startup communities. Our results show why Techstars is Better for Founders than any other global accelerator: On average, 74.5% of Techstars companies will raise money within 3 years of their program; 18.5% of Techstars portfolio companies have exited 5 years after their program and 31.1% after eight years. (PitchBook June 2023)

LiT is a global community where Latina tech professionals and allies build the capabilities, connections, and confidence to thrive in today’s fast-moving tech world. Founded in Silicon Valley, LiT has grown into one of the largest networks of professionals across tech, product, data, marketing, and engineering with 25+ chapters worldwide and tens of thousands of members. We provide bold, actionable programming designed to help our members advance in their careers and become future-ready leaders. Through professional development, upskilling, and strategic partnerships with top companies, we’re preparing the workforce of tomorrow. Our programs include: Professional Development and Executive Readiness AI Academy and Future-of-Work Training Mentorship and Peer Coaching Circles LiT Recruit platform for talent connection LiT Summit for bold careers, ideas, and connection We partner with forward-thinking employers to build visibility, connect with top talent, and drive meaningful career outcomes across the industry. Ready to lead the future of work? Join us. www.latinasintech.org

Code2040 is a community of Black and Latinx technologists and their allies who are diversifying tech to create a more equitable, inclusive, and prosperous economy. Through high-impact direct service programs, robust in-person and online community engagement, and dynamic storytelling and knowledge sharing, Code2040 empowers and mobilizes diversity champions across the industry. Our goal is to ensure that by 2040 – the beginning of the decade when the US will be majority people of color – Black and Latinx people are fully represented in and leading the innovation economy, and have the economic and social capital needed to thrive and build generational wealth.