Based in Toronto, Temitope Isaac Olowolafe is the founder of Dream Maker Inc. In partnership with Ryerson DMZ, Temitope Isaac Olowolafe helped to launch the Black Innovation Fellowship in order to help Black entrepreneurs achieve success.
The fellowship is the part of DMZ’s Black Innovation Programs, which is designed to help Black entrepreneurs in the tech industry to overcome systemic obstacles that can prevent them from excelling. Applicants can apply to each program individually, or they can run through the entire course from start to finish, which includes Launchpad, Bootcamp, and Fellowship. The fellowship, which is the first of its kind, aims to provide an incubator network for Black start-ups that can provide mentorship, industry connections, capital, and other elements for success.
The eight- to twelve-month program aids early-stage start-ups in achieving product market fit and developing a sales strategy. It will give the start-up hands-on support in refining their products, developing successful teams, and building effective marketing strategies.
