IDEAfuel Founder Salon
IDEAfuel Founder Salon — Part 1 of An Exclusive Two-Part Founder Salon Series
Tuesday, May 27 · 9:00–11:00 AM Mr. Wolf inside the Contemporary Arts Center, New Orleans
In collaboration with The Idea Village and Startup Noir NOLA
Join us for an intimate morning salon — a casual, community-first gathering where you can connect with fellow founders and meet the team behind IDEAfuel.
Learn about the program, ask questions, and get a feel for what the application process looks like. No formal agenda, just good conversation.
This is Part 1 of an exclusive two-part founder salon series. Stay tuned for Part 2.
Founders and innovators welcome — bring a friend!
About IDEAfuel
IDEAfuel, supported by the Regions Foundation, is a venture accelerator designed to increase diversity, equity, and inclusion within the region's startup ecosystem. The program addresses known gaps in early-stage capital access for Black founders and founders of color.
A select number of competitively chosen startups receive $15,000 in non-dilutive funding, along with 1:1 mentorship and structured workshops to support venture development and growth.
About The Idea Village
The Idea Village champions innovation and entrepreneurship in New Orleans and throughout the Gulf South. Since 2000, The Idea Village has supported over 23,700 entrepreneurs with mentorship, coaching, and access to capital. Alumni companies have generated nearly $2 billion in regional economic impact. A 501(c)3 non-profit, The Idea Village provides business accelerator programs that guide startups from the idea stage through venture capital rounds. www.ideavillage.org