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The Blueprint Technology Ecosystem Investment Certificate™

Learn how ecosystem investing works, from strategy and diligence to capital, governance, and market impact.

Earners of this certificate gain the knowledge and tools to confidently invest in high-growth technology startups and venture ecosystems, with a focus on unlocking capital for historically underrepresented and underestimated founders. The curriculum equips learners to assess early-stage opportunities through the lens of inclusive innovation, ecosystem development, and equitable capital strategies.

This program was developed by the 100 Black Angels & Allies Fund, Opportunity Hub [OHUB], The Links, Incorporated, and UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School, with support from Duke University’s Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center and the Stanford Technology Ventures Program.

Lessons

  • Lesson 1: The Case for Technology Investment

    Length: 137 minutes|Difficulty: Standard

    In this first session, we’ll explore the far-reaching impact of investing in the technology, startup, and venture ecosystem—an asset class responsible for 66% of net new job creation. You’ll learn how inclusive investment strategies not only drive strong returns, but also expand access to capital, fuel innovation, and generate jobs in historically underestimated communities and beyond.

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  • Lesson 2: History of Black Ecosystems and Venture Capital

    Length: 137 minutes|Difficulty: Standard

        In this session, we will explore the history of Black Ecosystems and Venture Capital. You will be introduced to the asset class, a history of the asset class itself, and its potential to impact the Black American entrepreneurial ecosystem. SpeakersBahiyah Yasmeen Robinson, Founder & CEO, Project IncludeDavid Weild IV, Former Vice Chairman of NASDAQEmmit McHenry, CEO, KAE Holdings; Founder, Network Solutions

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  • Lesson 3: Navigating Black Tech

    Length: 120 minutes|Difficulty: Standard

    In this class, we will show you how to navigate the Black tech startup ecosystem, and tell you who the players (including ecosystem developers, venture capitalists, fund managers, etc.) are so you know where to find the deal flow.

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  • Lesson 4: Risk, Legalities & the Securities and Exchange Commission [SEC]

    Length: 125 minutes|Difficulty: Standard

    You will leave this class with an understanding of the SEC regulations for the asset class, potential risks, and how they will impact you

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  • Lesson 5: Early Stage Investments

    Length: 118 minutes|Difficulty: Standard

    In this session, we will talk about how to do due diligence, and how to make investment decisions. We will learn what it’s like to make a direct investment vs venture fund investment.

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  • Lesson 6: Venture Fund Investing

    Length: 120 minutes|Difficulty: Standard

      In this class, you will learn more about how to invest in venture funds, including how venture funds develop their investment thesis and conduct diligence. Speakers

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  • Lesson 7: Questionnaires and Terms Sheets

    Length: 108 minutes|Difficulty: Standard

    In this class, you will learn how to complete the necessary investment documents, like the investment questionnaire, deal memo, and term sheets. We will walk you through the process of showing you are accredited before you invest in this asset class.

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  • Lesson 8: Accounting, Taxes and Exits

    Length: 106 minutes|Difficulty: Standard

    In this session, you will learn more about the tax implications of your investment, and required forms and filings such as the 83b election form and K1 tax forms.

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  • Lesson 9: Creating Black Wealth

    Length: 129 minutes|Difficulty: Standard

    This session serves as a broad case for the Black wealthy class to invest in the ecosystem. We will explore affinity-based investing and the role of DEIS in investing.

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