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At The Impact Seat Foundation, we believe in demystifying the entrepreneurship journey to democratize access to capital. We are creating an open, honest, and equitable ecosystem that is accessible to all.
We believe innovation is universal — it knows no demographic, region, gender nor ethnicity. The Impact Seat is proud to provide more tools to ensure the blossoming of innovation in every corner of our world.
“We can build a new economy that solves the world’s biggest challenges if we are willing to share our knowledge with each other.”
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6 Women Investors Building Tomorrow’s Economy
Our CEO, Cheryl Contee was featured in Forbes as as one of the 6 Women Investors Building Tomorrow's Economy this Women’s History Month!
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The Female Founder’s Guide to Building that Perfect Startup Pitch Deck
Our CEO, Cheryl Contee shares strategies for creating a pitch deck that resonates deeply with investors in her Fast Company article, "The Female Founder's Guide…
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A Seasoned Entrepreneur’s Guide to Overcoming Bias When Fundraising
Our CEO, Cheryl Contee, delves into the distinctive obstacles encountered by female entrepreneurs in the startup world in her enlightening Fast Company article, "A Seasoned…
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Should You Wear A Wedding Ring To An Investor Pitch? And Other Questions Female Founders Face
Our, CEO, Cheryl Contee, shares her insights on the unique challenges female founders face in the startup world in her Forbes article, "Should You Wear…
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TISF Sponsors The 2023 WOCCON Roadshow
The Impact Seat Foundation was a proud sponsor of the 2023 WOCCON Roadshow: Creating Conscious Collisions! Featuring 10 cities and highlighting 50 women of color…
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Women CEO in Reflection
Our CEO, Cheryl Contee, went on the "Women CEO in Reflection" podcast with guest host Bridgette L. Smith.
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10 Black Women Who Have Achieved Successful Acquisitions
Our CEO, Cheryl Contee, and Board Member, Juanita Lott, were featured in the "10 Black Women Who Have Achieved Successful Acquisitions!"
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Keep your equity (and your sanity) while you’re growing your business
Our CEO Cheryl Contee offers insights for Black and Brown founders on preserving equity and well-being in her Fast Company article, "Keep your equity (and…
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Cheryl Contee, a CEO making a difference for women and progressives in the venture capital space
Our CEO, Cheryl Contee, recently was featured in Egberto Willies' podcast "Politics Done Right," where she discusses venture capital's failure to reach black entrepreneurs as well…
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EP. 4 Cheryl Contee on Doing Big Things
In this episode of LORI ON LEADERSHIP, Cheryl Contee and Lori discuss being a startup entrepreneur and a woman of color, steward ownership, misogynoir, mechanical…
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18 ways to find balance in your remote work life– every day
Our CEO, Cheryl Contee, shares wisdom on remote work in the Fast Company article "18 ways to find balance in your remote work life--every day!"
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20 Key Skills Leaders Should Learn To Enhance Their Work And Lives
Our CEO, Cheryl Contee is highlighted in the Forbes Business Council's recent article on "20 Key Skills Leaders Should Learn to Enhance Their Work Lives!"
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