
Applications are now open for Tulsa Initiative, Inc.’s flagship program, the Tulsa Leadership & Entrepreneurship Academy (TLEA).
For the past four years, Tulsa Initiative, Inc. has been dedicated to empowering young Black,
Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) male entrepreneurs by providing them with the necessary tools, resources and networks to navigate the complexities of starting and sustaining a business.
The TLEA is a comprehensive 13-week mentoring program designed for young business enthusiasts aged 18-26. Through in-person sessions in Fayetteville, NC, we focus on fostering intellectual growth in financial literacy, professional development, business acumen, identity development, and community building.
Highlights of the program include:
The program is offered at no cost to participants. Use this link to fill out an application to be a part of the next TLEA cohort.
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