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Thank you to everyone who joined us in Atlanta for the Nex Cubed HBCU Founders Accelerator Demo Day.

Your presence, energy, and support made this event truly special. It was an honor to showcase the incredible work of our Spring 2025 cohort—five visionary startups led by HBCU founders, each building innovative, impact-driven solutions across industries.

To Bruce, Doc Talk, Elroi, Freedom, and Obai congratulations on powerful presentations and the inspiring missions behind your work. We’re proud to stand beside you as you continue pushing boundaries and creating change.

Here’s to investing in the future, together.
#DemoDay #HBCUFounders #NexCubed #InnovationWithPurpose taken in Atlanta, Georgia by @nexcubed

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🎉 Big congratulations to Blackbird.AI for being named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies in Applied AI for 2025! 🎉

As part of the NexCubed portfolio, we’re beyond proud of the Blackbird.AI team for their visionary work in transforming how we understand and navigate complex risks in the digital age. Their innovative approach to leveraging AI to detect emerging risks and opportunities is reshaping industries and setting new standards for what’s possible.

Looking forward to seeing the continued impact they’ll make in the years to come! 🚀 #AI #Innovation #TechForGood #NexCubed #BlackbirdAI by @nexcubed

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This week, we’re delighted to showcase Rachel Cash, the founder of Elroi, as part of our HBCU Founders Accelerator Spring 2025 Cohort Spotlight Series!

In the interview, Rachel Cash shares how her background in law and passion for data ownership sparked her journey to founding Elroi. The platform tackles data inequality by giving individuals control over how their personal data is shared and monetized. Rachel opens up about the challenges of building a two-sided marketplace, the power of institutional trust, and the value of mentorship through Nex Cubed. She offers candid advice on fundraising, staying grounded, and embracing the rollercoaster of entrepreneurship — all while pushing for a more ethical, equitable data economy.
From the interview:
“Where do you see your company in 5 years and how do you see it impacting your community?”
In five years, I see Elroi as the foundation powering ethical data exchange in the intelligence era. As the world moves faster and people look for ways to earn with less time, data will become even more valuable, especially with the rise of AI. Elroi will sit at the center of that shift, helping consumers take control of their data and benefit from it, while giving organizations access to compliant, real-time insights to drive KPIs and impact.
Read the complete interview here: www.nex3.com/blog/elroi

#HBCU #accelerator #Entrepreneurship #startup #diversity #tech #business #founders #spotlight #HBCUpride #HBCUalum @northcarolinacentraluniversity by @nexcubed

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This week, we’re delighted to showcase Dr. Judith Bowman and Ollie Howie, the founders of DocTalk, as part of our HBCU Founders Accelerator Spring 2025 Cohort Spotlight Series!

In the interview, Dr. Judith Bowman and Ollie Howie share how mission-driven leadership and firsthand experience with systemic inequities inspired the creation of Doc Talk. The founders reflect on proud milestones and valuable lessons learned and discuss building trust in healthcare, solving real problems with customer feedback, and the importance of HIPAA compliance.
From the interview:
What advice would you give to aspiring entrepreneurs who are looking to make their mark in the industry?
Dr. Judith Bowman: Find something you are passionate about by asking yourself: “If money, time, space and other people’s opinions did not matter, what would I do?” Be ethical, believe in your dream, and go do “it” with everything you have.
Ollie Howie: Solve a real problem. Stay close to your customer. Don’t build what’s impressive — build what’s necessary. Your background doesn’t have to be traditional, but your execution has to be exceptional.
Read the complete interview here: www.nex3.com/blog/doctalk

#HBCU #accelerator #Entrepreneurship #startup #diversity #tech #business #founders #spotlight #HBCUpride #HBCUalum @hamptonuniversity by @nexcubed

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This week, we’re delighted to showcase Garland Trice, the founder of Bruce, as part of our HBCU Founders Accelerator Spring 2025 Cohort Spotlight Series!

In the interview, Garland shares how the pandemic prompted a pivotal shift that became the foundation for his company, crucial advice for entrepreneurs looking to make their mark on an industry, the importance of adaptability, a customer-centric mindset, and much more.
From the interview:
“What has been your proudest moment so far?
My proudest moment as a founder has been delighting my customers. Witnessing an idea that initially existed only in my mind transform into a solution that genuinely brings happiness and value to others is an incredible feeling.”

Read the complete interview here: www.nex3.com/blog/bruce

#HBCU #accelerator #Entrepreneurship #startup #diversity #tech #business #founders #spotlight #HBCUpride #HBCUalum @uapb by @nexcubed

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This week, we’re delighted to showcase Kameron Seabrook and Justin Fields, the founders of Obai, as part of our HBCU Founders Accelerator Spring 2025 Cohort Spotlight Series!

In the interview, Kameron and Justin share how landing their first customer and earning their first dollar proved that their solution truly holds value and signaled the start of something real.

From the interview:
“What has been your proudest moment so far?”
Kameron: When we made our first dollar through our software. That was an awesome moment.

Justin: My proudest moment so far is having the service agreement with our first customer signed.

Read the complete interview here: www.nex3.com/blog/obai

#HBCU #accelerator #Entrepreneurship #startup #diversity #tech #business #founders #spotlight #HBCUpride #HBCUalum @wilberforceuniversity by @nexcubed

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This week, we’re delighted to showcase Aaron Mitchom, the founder of OurFreedom.ai, as part of our HBCU Founders Accelerator Spring 2025 Cohort Spotlight Series!

In the interview, Aaron shares how the pandemic prompted a pivotal shift that became the foundation for his company, crucial advice for entrepreneurs looking to make their mark on an industry, the importance of adaptability, a customer-centric mindset, and much more.
From the interview:
“What is the most valuable lesson you have learned as a startup founder so far?
If you implement every suggestion, you can lose focus on what truly needs to be done, sometimes even changing things back and forth. Nobody knows your company better than you do. Another crucial lesson: don’t be afraid to ask for help…”

Read the full interview — link in Linktree!

#HBCU #accelerator #Entrepreneurship #startup #diversity #tech #business #founders #spotlight #HBCUpride #HBCUalum @morehousecollege by @nexcubed

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Let’s give the warmest welcome to our newest Nex Cubed interns, in partnership with Blackstone LaunchPad! Chase and Noah are bringing fresh energy, bold ideas, and all the HBCU excellence. Can’t wait to see what they build! #HBCUFounders #NexCubed #FutureFounders #InternSpotlight by @nexcubed

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Nex Cubed is proud to announce that after the first phase of workshops, coaching, and collaboration, ten visionary nonprofit teams have been selected as semi-finalists in Alliance Healthcare Foundation’s 2025 Innovation Initiative (i2) $1 Million Grant Challenge.

To read more about the ten nonprofit teams, click the link in our bio!

#NexCubed #PartnerNews #AllianceHealthcareFoundation by @nexcubed

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We applaud the White House’s continued commitment to advancing excellence and innovation at Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

At Nex Cubed, we believe that inclusive innovation starts with equitable opportunity—and we’re proud to support the next generation of Black leaders, founders, and changemakers shaping our future.

To read the full article, click the link in our bio!

#NexCubed #HBCUExcellence #InclusiveInnovation #NexCubedImpact #EquityInEntrepreneurship by @nexcubed

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We’re excited to announce that our portfolio company Scoutz, has officially launched its recruiting platform!

Scoutz, the ultimate college & professional basketball recruiting platform designed exclusively for coaches and players, has been released for college transfers.

To check out their platform, click the link in bio!

#nexcubed #portfolionews #scoutz by @nexcubed

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Nex Cubed portfolio company, Blackbird.AI, is partnering with Fivecast to deliver next-generation threat and narrative intelligence. The companies are collaborating to protect customers from the tidal wave of information manipulation risks and threats.

To learn more about this partnership, visit the link in bio!

#Nexcubed #portfoliocompany #AI #partnership by @nexcubed

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