What You Need to Know as a Young, Black Startup Founder

What pops into your head when you hear the word “startup”? For many, it conjures an image of young, white guys hunched over their laptops in the late hours of night. They sit in expensive lofts, typing code, fueled by strong caffeine and promise. With dreams of launching the next big app, they aim to change the world and make a sizeable profit. This scene isn’t just a reflection of the stories we see on TV. It’s backed by facts.