BUILD YOUR FUTURE WITH A SUPPORTIVE NETWORK

Builders and Backers has been an amazing experience. With guidance from Marquicia, I clearly expressed my what and why, highlighting the importance of my initiative. Before Builders and Backers, I struggled to communicate my community efforts and often said, "you must come to fully understand." It’s wonderful to be supported by like-minded individuals in multiple areas, from feedback on designs and marketing to access to grants. Being part of a supportive community is crucial for growing a concept and is greatly appreciated. With the Pebbles Fund support, I created a platform that expanded our marketplace from inner-city to nationwide, and I’m excited to see its impact.

Working with Marquicia on my startup project was truly transformative. Her unparalleled depth of listening and strategic prowess enabled her to distill years of my ideas into actionable steps with a clear implementation focus. Her unique talent is her ability to expertly synthesize information, empowering me with the confidence to pursue my dreams. The process was smooth, and the outcome exceeded expectations. Thanks to Marquicia's exceptional clarity of mind, visionary guidance, and mentorship, I am confidently on my way to making things happen instead of being paralyzed by a big dream. I would recommend her without reservation to anyone who wants to finally get unstuck and become unstoppable.

As a first time entrepreneur, I was happy to have Dr. Pierce as my mentor during the builders + backers process. She helped me to set realistic goals and create thorough plans. I was able to go from an idea to currently developing my MVP and looking forward to launching my product. I’m excited to continue to share my progress and accomplishments with her in the future.