Build in Tulsa

Thanks to the support of Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies and partners at Lightship Foundation, we've delivered 17,400 hours of coaching and training, empowering founders to turn dreams into reality.

Join Us for the First Friday Founders Market on December 6th! 🎉 First Friday Founders Market 📅 Date: December 6th, 2024 🕒 Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 📍 Location: Build In Tulsa, 124 Reconciliation Way, Tulsa, OK RSVP NOW: https://ow.ly/opXt50UeZot Attendees who bring a donation will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win prizes.

Thank you to GKFF and community partners TEDC and ACT Tulsa. Together, we've invested in programs that supported 650 entrepreneurs this year, providing them with tools to scale their businesses and thrive.  Visit our website to learn more about our programs and how we foster growth, innovation, and generational wealth.

Join us for the First Friday Founders Market: Holiday Edition on Friday, December 6th, 6–9 PM, at Build in Tulsa (124 Reconciliation Way, Tulsa, OK), and help make a difference this holiday season! RSVP NOW: https://ow.ly/khQv50UaqqV 📦 Support our food drive for Iron Gate Tulsa, the largest standalone soup kitchen and grocery pantry feeding the hungry in our community daily. Bring non-perishable food items like canned goods, pasta, rice, and shelf-stable proteins to help families in need. Every donation enters you into a holiday prize drawing at 8:30 PM during the First Friday Holiday Market! 💡 While you're here, shop with these incredible local vendors: Kim Roxie - LAMIK Beauty Nyika Walker - Coco Plum Lane Seyon Makuannen - Apheenx Kenya Carter - Shapes Tyler Duncan - Coracle Coffee Kanicka Joseph - K&K Smiles Rene Bramlett - Da'Shade Room Eyewear 🎨 Plus, enjoy art by the featured artist, Gina Alusi of Creex Art. Vendors keep 100% of their profits, so your support directly uplifts small businesses. See you there! 🎄✨

Ashli Sims, Managing Director of Build in Tulsa, shares how Build in Tulsa is creating opportunities for entrepreneurs who have been historically left out. From $20K pitch competitions to fostering connections inspired by the legacy of Black Wall Street, learn how Tulsa is becoming a hub for innovation and generational wealth creation. 📺 Watch the full interview on Cheddar Link to the interview  (https://ow.ly/YPtq50U9s0R)

Have a great idea but not sure what comes next? Join me tomorrow for a live, hands-on workshop focused on taking your innovation to the next level by developing a clear mission and vision statement. This session will guide you in crafting a strong foundation for success, providing a strategic direction to bring your idea to life. Key Takeaways: 🔑 Learn the essentials of creating impactful mission and vision statements for your idea. 🔑 Workshop your concept in a collaborative environment to define its purpose and direction. 🔑 Leave with a foundational mission statement that sets the stage for future growth and success. 📅 Date: November 19 ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 📍 Location: Build in Tulsa HQ, 124 Reconciliation Way, Tulsa, OK RSVP Here: https://ow.ly/oQtE50U6lhX

Build in Tulsa's Product Pitch Night was featured in The Black Wall Street Times! 📰✨ Explore the coverage showcasing the innovation, ideas, and entrepreneurial energy that filled the historic Big 10 Ballroom in North Tulsa. Proud to see Tulsa's founders making headlines! 🔗 Read the full article: https://ow.ly/a49t50U82P1

📢 Join us for "Branding or Bust" at Global Entrepreneurship Week! 🗓 Date: Nov 20, 2024 📍 Location: 36 Degrees North, Tulsa, OK 💸 Free Admission RSVP NOW: https://ow.ly/yZTJ50U6l8I Gain insights on building a powerful, authentic brand that goes beyond attracting the right audience—it builds trust, loyalty, and lasting success. Hear from industry experts on strategies to stand out in a crowded marketplace by aligning your brand with consumer values. ✨ Key Takeaways: ⚫ Actionable strategies for a strong brand identity ⚫ Tips on aligning with consumer values to build loyalty ⚫ Expert advice on standing out in a competitive market Speakers: 🎤 Ivanna Price: CEO, The Social Bar LLC 🎤 James Parker: Volunteer Programs Manager, Greenwood Rising 🎤 Trey Thaxton: Founder, Goldmill Co. Celebrate innovation and drive growth during Global Entrepreneurship Week.

🍂 Join us for Friendsgiving at Build in Tulsa! 🍁 Let’s celebrate the season with good food, laughter, and great company. Whether you’re catching up with old friends or making new ones, this evening is all about gratitude and community. RSVP NOW: https://ow.ly/40UC50U6kVL 📅 Date: Wednesday, November 20 ⏰ Time: 5:30 - 8:00 PM 📍 Location: Build in Tulsa, 124 Reconciliation Way, Tulsa, OK

🚀 Mission & Vision Crafting Workshop 🚀 Got a game-changing idea but not sure where to go next? Join us at Build in Tulsa for a hands-on workshop with Carlisha Bradley during Global Entrepreneurship Week! Learn how to create impactful mission and vision statements that set your idea up for success. RSVP NOW: https://ow.ly/oQtE50U6lhX 📅 Date: November 19 ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 📍 Location: Build in Tulsa HQ, 124 Reconciliation Way, Tulsa, OK Key Takeaways: ⚫ Craft a mission and vision that defines your purpose and direction. ⚫ Collaborate in a supportive environment. ⚫ Walk away with a strategic foundation for growth and success.