Events

You are invited to join DivInc founders, alumni, supporters, and allies each month for an evening of drinks, meaningful conversation, and community building at Parlor & Yard. 

Come get connected with the DivInc family, brainstorm with like-minded entrepreneurs, share resources, and learn from diverse leaders in the tech startup ecosystem! 

Sign up to let us know you’re coming. Walk-ins welcome. We hope to see you there! 

**Please note that Parlor & Yard is 21+ Venue. All guests must be 21 years of age or older and present a valid, government issued ID to be admitted to the venue**

NEW in May! FAST PITCH at the May Sip-n-Sync

We're excited to partner with Dell for Startups to bring our community more ways to connect, learn, and grow together. Pitch your startup idea, share your MVP, or promote your awesome startup company!

DivInc Startup Sip & Sync

This is a live, 6 week, online training and coaching program for founders and pre-founders. It is designed to provide competency validating business ideas and crafting both your customer offer and your investor offer, for those who need investment. This is a fun course with engaging visuals and important early stage concepts integrated into one clear framework. This is advanced material but designed for beginners in the startup founder space. 

Included are tools, concepts, and frameworks to help you ask better questions about your idea and determine if a business idea is worth working on according to your goals and success criteria.

This training applies for founders working in the early stage of a new business (aka Ideation, Validation, Discovery) as well as for those looking to open new business lines for established companies and organizations.

This bootcamp is a live 6 week training that meets weekly on Tuesdays & Thursdays from Tuesday, October 19th - Thursday, December 2nd.

What topics are covered in the bootcamp curriculum?

This program is based on a framework that balances the importance of the customer, market, business, and financial models. The course steps through each of these separately then brings them all together for a complete picture of the business idea.

The scope of the program includes the following:

DivInc Validation Bootcamp

Join DivInc staff, partners, and alumni for a series of live conversations about the DivInc Social Justice Innovation Accelerator! Read more about specific topics and guests for each date below:

November 10th Topic: The Program Experience

Learn about the Social Justice Innovation Accelerator curriculum and design from the DivInc Programs Team!

, about his experience in the Social Justice Innovation Accelerator program and the impact it made on his journey as a startup founder!

November 15th Topic: The Application Process 

for a conversation about the application process for DivInc's Social Justice Innovation Accelerator!

DivInc Social Justice Innovation Accelerator - Lunchtime LinkUp 

​You're invited to join DivInc, Mercury Fund, founders, and investors for an AMA (Ask Me Anything) style panel discussing the characteristics of strong founding teams. You'll hear how DivInc, HTX Impact Fund, and Mercury support underrepresented startup founders as well as have the opportunity to ask questions regarding resources, the application process, and more!​ 

Hope Malveaux, Co-founder of ConnectPro, and Madison Long, CEO & Co-founder of Clutch, will share their experiences with DivInc's accelerator program and building their founding teams. A happy hour will follow. Come get connected with the DivInc family and learn how we are impacting the #HOUtech ecosystem!

DivInc Houston will be launching a Sports Tech Accelerator in Spring 2022 and encourage anyone interested in this space to attend.

​Sign up to let us know you’re coming. Walk-ins welcome. We hope to see you there! 

This event is supported by Verizon, Mercury, The Ion, and JP Morgan Chase & Co.

​We are excited to gather with our DivInc family and look forward to sharing space and connecting in-person again. To ensure the safety and well-being of our community, we have implemented the following Covid-19 Health guidelines.

AMA: DivInc + Mercury, at The Ion

"What Makes a Strong Founding Team?"

You're invited to an in depth panel discussion focused on trends, challenges and opportunities in our city and beyond at the intersection of sports and technology! We will also be sharing details and answering questions regarding our upcoming Sports Tech accelerator for underrepresented founders.

This panel includes the following subject matter experts-

, Co-Founder of HTX Sports Tech. HTX Sports Tech creates year-round programming with corporations, academic institutions and community partners to drive innovation in sports and technology, in addition to advising sports tech startups.  

, Director of Innovation & Engagement at Intel Corporation. Intel’s mission is to shape the future of technology to help create a better future for the entire world. By pushing forward in fields like AI, analytics and cloud-to-edge technology, Intel’s work is at the heart of countless innovations.

, Sr. Manager, Global Digital and Social NBA 2K. 2K develops and publishes interactive entertainment globally for console systems, handheld gaming systems and personal computers, including smartphones and tablets, which are delivered through physical retail, digital download, online platforms and cloud streaming services. 2K publishes titles in today’s most popular gaming genres, including shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, sports, casual, and family entertainment.

, Chief Strategy Officer of SportsMap Tech Acquisition SPAC and Founder of Cannon Sports + Media. The Cannon Uptown - Sports + Media combines an unbeatable location in the middle of Houston's vibrant Galleria District with a themed experience focused on sports and entertainment, all backed by The Cannon's expanding community focused workspace platform.

A happy hour will follow. Come get connected with the DivInc family and learn how we are impacting the #HOUsportstech ecosystem!

This event is supported by Verizon, Mercury, The Ion, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Intel, Cannon Sports + Media, and HTX Sports Tech.

Latest Trends & Opportunities in Sports Tech

We're so excited to bring together our DivInc family for a holiday celebration! This is an opportunity to get back together in-person, catch up on lost time, and have some fun. Staff, board members, and alumni will be treated to a catered feast along with some fun holiday games. Family and children are welcome! To keep everyone safe, we have implemented COVID guidelines. Please read below.

If you have any questions regarding your participation, please reach out to Amanda Moya at amanda@divinc.org

- 4918 Timberline Dr. Austin, TX 78746 | parking available on street

*This is a beautiful rented home via PeerSpace and we're to keep the space as tidy as possible!

​​We are excited to gather with our DivInc family and look forward to sharing space and connecting in-person again. To ensure the safety and well-being of our community, we have implemented the following Covid-19 Health guidelines.

DivInc Holiday Party

Interested in sharing your expertise with diverse and innovative startup founders? Join us for an overview of DivInc's current programs and how you can be engaged at our Mentor FAQ session on Friday, January 14th 12-1pm. 

DivInc Mentor FAQ

​​You're invited to an in-depth, AMA style panel discussion focused on trends, challenges and opportunities in sports tech from the perspective of sports industry executives. Our incredible panel includes 

- Digital Innovation Director at Houston Rockets,

- Sr. Manager of Ticket Technology & Solutions at Houston Astros, 

-VP of Business Strategy & Analytics at Houston Astros.

We will also be sharing details and answering questions regarding the upcoming DivInc 5G Sports Tech accelerator for underrepresented founders.

​Come get connected with the DivInc family and learn how we are impacting the #HOUsportstech ecosystem! 

Guests can park in the covered parking off of S Rice Ave. You will take the ramp under the red clearance sign and then take the elevator up to the 5th floor.

The panel will take place on floor 5 and the happy hour afterwards will take place on floor 4.

AMA: Bridging the Sports & Tech Community pt. 1

Join DivInc staff & partners for a series of live conversations about the DivInc Sports Tech Accelerator! Read more about specific topics and guests for each date below:

​Learn more about the Sports Tech from the Houston DivInc Team!

February 16th Topic: The Founder Experience

​Hear from a special guest about building a Sports Tech company and their journey as a startup founder!

Sports Tech Lunchtime Linkup

You're invited to an in-depth, AMA style panel discussion focused on the founder journey, challenges, and best practices in sports tech from experienced entrepreneurs.

​We will also be sharing details and answering questions regarding the upcoming DivInc 5G Sports Tech accelerator, in partnership with Verizon for underrepresented founders.

​​Come get connected with the DivInc family and learn how we are impacting the #HOUsportstech ecosystem!

AMA: Bridging the Sports & Tech Community pt.2

Join us for DivInc’s 2022 Champions of Change Awards presented by Notley!

DivInc is proud to announce its 4th annual Champions of Change Awards presented by Notley! This special event recognizes local individuals who not only hold diversity as a core value, they also “walk the talk” to make Austin a truly inclusive community.

A selection committee, made up of diverse and distinguished leaders from Austin, have selected honorees for the following categories: Executive of the Year, DEI Leader of the Year, Student of the Year, Champion of the Year, Investor of the Year, Startup Leader of the Year, Rising Star of the Year, Non-Profit Leader of the Year.

Join us as we celebrate all the people who work tirelessly to bring diversity, equity, and inclusion to our community!

Space is limited so get your tickets now!

This is DivInc's annual signature fundraising event, and all proceeds go toward supporting the mission of DivInc, to generate social and economic equity through entrepreneurship.

7:00 pm-8:15 pm: Champions of Change Awards

8:30-10:30 pm: After-Party Celebration presented by H-E-B Digital

Can't attend, but still want to contribute?

Make a donation via Amplify Austin and donate to DivInc 

DivInc is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

The safety of our community is our top priority. DivInc has been adapting plans for Champions of Change Awards based on new and evolving information through the recommendations of Travis County, the State of Texas, and Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). 

Our safety protocols will be released closer to the date of the event based on the ever-changing environment. 

DivInc's 4th Annual 2022 Champions of Change Awards presented by Notley

The Startup Sistas community empowers women of color startup founders as they build successful high-growth businesses.

Women of color entrepreneurs and allies are invited to join DivInc's Startup Sistas for an evening of light bites, drinks, good music, and meaningful conversation relevant to women of color. 

You are guaranteed to walk away more inspired, more motivated, and with a new network of connections that will help you through your journey!

**Everyone is welcome with an RSVP! This is not an official SXSW event so badges/credentials are not required.** 

Startup Sistas is made possible by the support of  

The safety of our community is our top priority. DivInc has been adapting plans for Champions of Change Awards based on new and evolving information through the recommendations of Travis County, the State of Texas, and Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Our safety protocols will be released closer to the date of the event based on the ever-changing environment.

DivInc Startup Sistas

Interested in sharing your expertise with diverse and innovative startup founders? Join us for an overview of DivInc's current programs and how you can be engaged at our Mentor FAQ session on Friday, March 18th 12-1pm. 

Join DivInc and Women in Sports Tech (WiST) for a Fireside Chat facilitated by 

This chat will feature WiST Board Members who are experienced founders, investors, and CEOs to share their experience and best practices on Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion in the startup workplace.

Women in Sports Tech (WiST) is a nonprofit organization driving growth opportunities for women in sports tech and innovation, at all stages of their career, from the classroom to the boardroom. WiST develops and delivers innovative programs, original content and a global community that provide tangible value for women and employers alike.

DE&I Fireside Chat: Culture Matters

Meet our Sports Tech cohort! Join the DivInc community at The Ion on April 14th at 5:30pm for a happy hour introducing our newest cohort to the community.

Spring 2022 Sports Tech Cohort in partnership with Verizon

3V, is a gamers portal to a gaming career. 3V uses AI & ML to support fair play, provide analysis and create opportunities to earn through skill-based wagers.

Brave helps athletes and coaches catch and evaluate unseen movements to increase their odds of winning through wearable motion capture. We are the platform to understand human movement, and recreate physical experiences to build new worlds.

 is a gamified cardio fitness platform turning any outdoor cardio routes you & your friends walk or run into areas in your city you can claim! Users can create or join teams, own, steal and defend.

Local Sports Network is strengthening ties between high schools, sports fans and athletes.

Playbook Five is an immersive ed-tech platform providing athletes an opportunity to take the repetitions needed to perform at a high level. Playbook Five's research-backed proprietary methodology increases player confidence and increases retention time.

Screen Skinz are patent-pending disappearing logo screen protectors designed to allow you to protect your mobile device screens with passion. We are officially licensed with the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, MLS, and major colleges/universities.

Synergy7 is sports science and technology company that creates performance diagnostic wearable devices. Our inaugural product, the JSleeve, is a smart basketball shooting sleeve that tracks, measures, and provides feedback on basketball shot form accuracy to help athletes achieve optimal performance.

Next-generation NFT Sports Community & Marketplace that empowers aspiring collegiate and professional athletes.

TRAINR is a training marketplace that’s closing the gap between youth athletes and global trainers. They help trainers build a more lucrative training practice, and help less skilled athletes gain equal access to high level training.

XR Sports is a launchpad for media properties and influencers to create web3 based social fan hubs.

The Spring 2022 5G Sports Tech Accelerator in partnership with Verizon is also supported by Houston premier partners, J.P. Morgan Chase & Co., The Ion, and Mercury, along with supporting sponsor, Intel, and programming partners HTX Sports Tech, The Cannon Sports & Media, Sports Innovation Texas, Women in Sports Tech, Houston Dynamo FC and the Houston Outlaws.

DivInc Happy Hour: Meet our Sports Tech Cohort!

DivInc Demo Day Pre-reception in Partnership with Visible.

Before the full festivities begin on Demo Day, join DivInc for an intimate happy hour to celebrate the founders' completion of our Spring 2022 accelerator!

Please note that Brown Advisory is a 3-minute walk from the main Demo Day venue. 

Pre-Reception in Partnership with Visible

DivInc Demo Day | Social Justice Innovation Spring 2022

In Austin? Register here to join us in person.

Click to join the Houston team's in-person Watch Party at The Ion!!

Outside of Austin or Houston? Join our live stream on your favorite social media channel: DivInc on 

👀 Want a sneak peek into the brilliant minds of the next-generation of founders?

 to the return of our in-person Demo Day tradition. Demo Day celebrates and showcases the brilliance, tenacity, and growth of founders who’ve recently completed one of our accelerator programs.

, Divinc's Social Justice Innovation Accelerator participants have spent an intensive 12-weeks building the foundations of thriving businesses.

Delivered through captivating 5-minute pitches, you'll get a first look at how these founders are 

leveraging tech to solve our nation’s biggest challenges

 in: hiring, workplace culture, data privacy, and wellbeing.

📣 Meet DivInc’s Social Justice Innovation Accelerator Spring 2022 Cohort 

 is an all-in-one genealogy and genetics platform making it easier than ever for Afrodescended people to uncover & preserve family history.

 believes that private & secure communication is a human right. Leveraging proprietary technology, we are bringing a new level of ownership and sense of privacy & security for everyone’s digital self.

 is a social networking app connecting intersectional (BIPOC/LGBTQIA+ disabled) candidates in the public health field with inclusive work environments. This stands to assist the most marginalized within the disabilities community to find supportive work spaces.

 gives leaders access to real-time insights on their team’s morale. Encourage employees to build their emotional resilience for improved mental wellness and productivity.

 enables hiring managers to create effective and inclusive job ads to attract top talent. Fill job vacancies with qualified and diverse candidates, while saving your company both time and money using UInclude's Inclusive Writing Tool

is an online platform where a community of diverse leaders share their processes to interpersonal problems:

​DivInc is a 501c3 non-profit organization. Your support helps us fulfill and sustain our mission of generating equity through entrepreneurship. Donations are always appreciated. 

DivInc's Spring '22 Social Justice Innovation Accelerator is made possible by our amazing partners. Thank you!

, come enjoy a night of celebration honoring amazing innovators while connecting with an audience of founders, mentors, investors, professionals, and community members - in real life!

DivInc Demo Day | Social Justice Innovation Spring 2022

Demo Day is happening in Austin, join us for a Houston in-person watch party!

Come to The Ion as we celebrate the Social Justice Innovation founders in Austin. 

You'll enjoy a night of celebration honoring these amazing innovators while connecting with our Houston community of founders, mentors, investors, professionals, and community members.

Social Justice Innovation Demo Day Rundown

​Delivered through captivating 5-minute pitches, you'll get a first look at how these founders are 

leverages technology to offer a measurable way for companies to achieve equitable outcomes in 3 key areas: workforce, investment, and advocacy. Follow their journey through the DivInc Accelerator here:

DivInc is a 501c3 non-profit organization. Your support helps us fulfill and sustain our mission of generating equity through entrepreneurship. Donations are always appreciated.

DivInc's Spring '22 Social Justice Innovation Accelerator is made possible with the support of our amazing partners. Thank you!

HTX Demo Day Watch Party | Social Justice Innovation Spring 2022 

Join DivInc and the Women of Color Collective for a roundtable discussion on unlocking equity for women in Web3 and a mini NFT workshop.

Women need to be a part of the building of Web3. But first, we must understand it, then, through collaboration, we can begin to utilize it in our work. 

We will end with a hands-on mini-workshop where attendees will learn how to open a crypto wallet and have the opportunity to purchase an NFT.

Attendees of this event will be entered into a raffle to win a GA pass to 

  This is the only festival covering all sides of blockchain, crypto, Web 3, and the metaverse. It's hosted in Austin, TX June 10-12. Attendees must be present to win.

Sian Morson is an artist, curator, and community builder. An accomplished entrepreneur and investor, Sian founded The BlkChain in 2021 with the goal of amplifying women, BIPOC, and LGBTQ artists and collectors in Web 3. Currently, Sian is Head of Community at the Palm NFT Studio, an ecosystem built on culture and creativity.

Latecia Johnson, Global Music Partnerships | Royal

LaTecia Johnson is a Senior Brand Strategist and Entrepreneur bridging the gap between creators, music, technology, and the audiences they covet. Through her work as part of Royal’s Global Music Partnerships team, LaTecia is helping artists take control of their Web3 presence while creating new ways to engage with their biggest fans.

Samantha Lopez, Founder & Creative Producer | Sam Zo and Co

Samantha Lopez is a Creative Producer and founder of Sam Zo and Co, an agency focused on helping entrepreneurs and community-driven businesses bring their brands to life on social. She is also a mother, community builder, and a NFT and Web 3 advocate.

La Moon is a Puerto Rican DJ and Recording Artist who has turn her passions into NFTS and is Co-Owner of Diosas NFT , Popular Punks and Goodle Dog Gang. She is also a proud breast cancer survivor, self taught DJ and Web 3 investor.

​​​We are excited to gather with our DivInc family and look forward to sharing space and connecting in-person. To ensure the safety and well-being of our community, we encourage the following - 

Thank you to our event hosts Capital Factory!

 is a 501c3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to generate social and economic equity through entrepreneurship by equipping underrepresented founders with access to the critical resources they need to build investable companies. 

 helps create a vital space where women of color can be their authentic selves. Together, they help develop the strength of women of color individually and collectively.

Women Winning in Web3

Come kick off our Women in Tech Accelerator!

​Women startup founders are invited to join the DivInc team for an evening of community and conversation as we launch the Fall 2022 Women in Tech Accelerator fueled by SheSpace. 

DivInc’s Women in Tech Accelerator identifies women-led startups of any industry. Through this program, DivInc supports female founders as they build their thriving companies and amplifies female voices in the tech ecosystem.

SheSpace is a work and meeting place where bold women gather to find community, amplify ambition and propel their dreams forward.

Women in Tech Kickoff Happy Hour


​In Houston? Register here to join us in person.

​Outside of Houston? Join our live stream on your favorite social media channel: DivInc on 

👀 Want a sneak peek into the brilliant minds 

 to our in-person Demo Day, a celebration and showcase of the brilliance, tenacity, and growth of founders who’ve recently completed one of our accelerator programs.

, Divinc's Sports Tech Accelerator participants have spent an intensive 12-weeks building the foundations of thriving businesses.

using technology to enhance the sports industry

 in the areas of health and wellness, fan experience, the future of media, sports betting, esports, and gaming. 

📣 Meet DivInc’s Spring 2022 Sports Tech Accelerator  Cohort 

Brave helps athletes and coaches increase their odds of winning by understanding movement and optimizing performance through motion capture.

Local Sports Network is a digital community that strengthens times between fans, teams, and athletes. We do this by working directly with high school athletic departments to centralize and monetize all of their fan-facing technology.

An NFT marketplace that connects and empowers athletes, organizations, and their communities.

DivInc's Spring '22 Sports Tech Accelerator is made possible by our amazing partners. Thank you!

The Spring 2022 5G Sports Tech Accelerator in partnership with Verizon is also supported by Houston premier partners, J.P. Morgan Chase & Co., The Ion, and Mercury, along with supporting sponsor, Intel.

Special thanks to our programming partners HTX Sports Tech, The Cannon Sports & Media, Sports Innovation Texas, and Women in Sports Tech. Along with Houston Dynamo Football Club, Houston Outlaws, R/GA Ventures, leAD Sports and Health Tech Partners.

Enter 4203 Fannin Street into your GPS for directions directly to this parking lot, located across the street from The Ion building.

DivInc Demo Day | Sports Tech Spring 2022

​Women startup founders are invited to a fireside chat with DivInc alumni! Bring your questions and come learn all about what it is like to be a part of the DivInc family.

Fall 2020 Social Justice Innovation Cohort | HTX

Women in Tech Fireside Chat

​Women leaders are indeed at the forefront of the angel investment and venture world and they are one of the driving forces behind removing barriers experienced by female founders in the tech ecosystem.

Come learn from our distinguished panelists about how to be successful in the fundraising space as a founder or investor.

After the panel discussion, join the DivInc team for a networking reception with our partners and other members of our community.

Co-Founder & Managing Partner @ Debut Capital

Co-Founder & General Partner @ The Artemis Fund

Empowering Women in Venture Panel

​Meet our Women in Tech cohort! Join the DivInc community at The Ion on September 22nd at 5:00pm for a Happy Hour introducing our newest cohort to the community. Come for great communty, music, drinks, & light bites.

Dreami closes the gap to career development by powering mentorship-driven educational and workforce programs for educational, non-profit, and government organizations.

Health Care Travels was established to solve the challenges faced by traveling healthcare professionals in securing affordable short-term housing. We provide a centralized platform to assist travel healthcare professionals in finding affordable and reliable short-term housing.

KidVestors® is an interactive financial literacy curriculum that teaches kids and teens money and how to invest. We teach K-12th personal finance and how to invest in real estate, stocks, cryptocurrencies, entrepreneurship, and overall financial literacy in a way that any age can understand.

Mercova has developed Mixie, an invite-only app that allows its members to redeem a free drink or appetizer every time they dine out from a list of curated local bars and restaurants. 

Patenteer takes the tedious and non-creative work out of patent prosecution, allowing patent attorneys and agents to work more efficiently and more joyfully.

Port Lookout is a cloud-based collaboration platform for chartering operators to optimize their port calls by decreasing manual tasks and human errors and increasing transparency.

Shelfleet helps digitally native brands discover, connect, and rent retail shelf space as a way to lower customer acquisition costs, create a physical presence, and better customer experiences.

Snowball Wealth is a community-first platform that moves college grads from debt to wealth. Snowball is the most affordable and impactful money advisor for the debt-to-wealth journey.

Teach Woke is a global edtech enterprise that provides race and equity workshops to educators and schools to develop anti-racist agents of change. The company’s newest product is, Unlrn, a gamification platform designed to build compassionate, socially conscious kids.

Happy Hour: Meet DivInc's Women in Tech Cohort

​Join us as we prepare for our Spring 2023 Women in Tech Accelerator!

Women startup founders are invited to this fireside chat led by local startup founders. Join us as we discuss how they are building thriving communities and companies in Austin!

​Learn more about the Spring 2023 Women in Tech accelerator!

Women in Tech Fireside Chat: Connections to Community

In Houston? Register here to join us in person.