BOMESI
Accelerator
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Join this first-of-it's-kind initiative to support diverse-owned digital publishers that are driving lasting social change.
Cohort 3 in progress now!
Cohort 3 in progress now!
The BOMESI Accelerator powered by GM is on a mission to increase the number of Diverse and Black-owned media companies that are well-positioned to do business sustainably with the nation’s top advertisers.
We focus on infrastructure, ecosystem building, and audience development to increase deal flow and total investment to a greater number of Diverse and Black-owned media platforms, amplifying their voices to help build a more equitable future.
We focus on infrastructure, ecosystem building, and audience development to increase deal flow and total investment to a greater number of Diverse and Black-owned media platforms, amplifying their voices to help build a more equitable future.
Take your digital media platform to the next level.
What to expect
Over 12 weeks, selected publishers will receive funding, working sessions with experts, hands-on mentorship, and the opportunity to be part of the most vibrant, fastest-growing community of diverse publishers and digital media leaders.
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Funding
$25,000 in non-
dilutive funding to help you scale.
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Tech Coaching
Platform guidance from tech experts.
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Events
Workshops with subject matter experts.
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Upfronts
Pitch your platform to major advertisers and industry leaders.
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Exposure
Connections to launch your business forward.
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Mentorship
1:1 mentorship & professional guidance.
Investing in
diverse founders
Publishers
Our next cohort will launch in the spring of 2024, with applications opening in early February. Please sign up for our newsletter, and come back for updates as these dates approach.
Subject Matter Experts
Submissions are open for experts, advocates, and change agents to join the cohort as a mentor, panelist, or workshop leader.
Partners
We’re looking for partners to advise on program design, connect us to industry groups, recommend high potential publishers, host events, or promote the application to your network. If you see a potential for collaboration, we'd love to discuss.