Meet Ashley DeWalt: Leading Innovation in SportsTech with the DivInc Accelerator

Ashley DeWalt is shaping the future of sports technology through the SportsTech Accelerator program. As DivInc’s Managing Director, he brings an extensive background as a mentor, advisor, and investor in sports technology.

November 8, 2024

SportsTech: 2024 In Review and 2025 Launch

The intersection of technology and sports is a dynamic space for innovation, and DivInc’s Sports Tech Accelerator is at the forefront of this transformation.

October 30, 2024

DivInc Joins DAF Day, Spearheading a New Kind of Giving Day on October 10, 2024

This October, DivInc is collaborating in the launch of the first-ever DAF Day, a new kind of giving day that reframes how donor advised funds (DAFs) are used–and who uses them.

October 10, 2024

Growing Pains and Gains: How Start-up Founders are Learning to Build a Team

Our latest blog post explores how DivInc portfolio founders are learning to manage and grow their teams through our Internship Program partnered with Blackstone LaunchPad.

September 30, 2024

The Path Forward: Leading and Utilizing Support in a Startup

Founder Allison Hall of Branchly shares how tools like Airtable helped streamline task allocation and communication, while others focus on mentorship and regular check-ins to ensure success.

September 30, 2024

Your Guide to 2024 Juneteenth Celebrations

Get ready to celebrate Juneteenth with the Austin and Houston community!

June 12, 2024

DivInc x Blackstone LaunchPad Internship: Meet The Interns

We are thrilled to introduce the inaugural cohort of the DivInc x Blackstone LaunchPad Internship Program!

June 10, 2024

Rice grants $800,000 to DivInc Sports Tech Accelerator

Rice University has granted $800,000 to DivInc’s Sports Tech Accelerator to support diverse founders in the sports technology industry.

June 10, 2024

Abdul Foster, founder of TRAINR. Encourages athletes to invest - Houston Inno

Discover how Abdul Foster, a renowned personal trainer for Houston's top athletes, is transforming the fitness industry with his startup, TRAINR.

May 24, 2024

Driving Change Together: DivInc Teams Up with Corporations to Cultivate Collective Giving Opportunities for Employees

Explore how DivInc is forging impactful partnerships with corporations, leveraging pro bono initiatives like the Oracle NetSuite Pro Bono Beyond program.

May 10, 2024

Meet DivInc’s Spring 2024 Sports Tech Accelerator Cohort

April 15, 2024

New Career Readiness Programs Empower University Student Career Growth

New DivInc partner, Blackstone LaunchPad, addresses the preparation gap university students face upon graduation.

March 18, 2024

Your Guide to SXSW 2024

Get ready to mingle with industry luminaries, visionary founders, and potential collaborators! SXSW 2024 is right around the corner, set to ignite Austin, Texas, from March 8th to 16th. Are you ready for a whirlwind of inspiration, innovation, and endless possibilities?

March 8, 2024

Letter from Preston | 2022-2023 Impact Report

A special message from DivInc Co-Founder & CEO, Preston James

February 15, 2024

Founder Spotlight: Lydia Simmons, Motherocity

Meet Lydia Simmons, DivInc Fall 2023 DWeb for Social Impact Tech Accelerator cohort member and Founder of Motherocity.

December 5, 2023

Founder Spotlight: Brianna Brazle, CultureLancer

Meet Brianna Brazle, DivInc 2023 Social Impact Accelerator cohort member and Founder of CultureLancer.

December 5, 2023

Meet DivInc’s Fall 2023 DWeb for Social Impact Tech Accelerator Cohort

Learn more about our Fall 2023 DWeb for Social Impact Accelerator Cohort in partnership with Filecoin Foundation for the Decentralized Web

September 11, 2023

5 Things to Know Before Applying to DivInc's DWeb for Social Impact Tech Accelerator

Learn more about our DWeb for Social Impact Accelerator and in partnership with Filecoin Foundation for the Decentralized Web

July 11, 2023

Founder Spotlight: Benedict Owanga & Chinelo Adi of Owanga

Meet Benedict Owanga and Chinelo Adi, DivInc 2023 Clean Energy Tech cohort member & co-founders of Owanga.

June 28, 2023

Founder Spotlight: Tracy L. Jackson, Founder of WIP International Services

Meet Tracy L. Jackson of WIP International Services, and learn about her solution to drinking water scarcity.

June 27, 2023

Founder Spotlight: Kobby Osei-Kusi, Founder of Pirl Technology

Meet Kobby Osei-Kusi, DivInc 2023 Clean Energy Tech Accelerator cohort member and Founder and CEO of Pirl Technology.

June 22, 2023

2021-2022 Impact Report

Check out our 2021-2022 Impact Report!

June 15, 2023

5 BIPOC and Women Startup Founders Harnessing DWeb for Social Impact

Meet 5 Startup Founders leveraging emerging technologies for social impact.

June 9, 2023

Clean Energy Tech Mid-Program Update

We've reached the halfway mark of our Clean Energy Tech accelerator, and we're thrilled to bring you some exciting program updates as we wrap up the first half of our inaugural Clean Energy Tech accelerator in collaboration with Chevron and Microsoft!

May 17, 2023

The Story Behind DivInc's Rebrand

May 1, 2023

DivInc Launches DWeb for Social Impact Tech Accelerator

The accelerator program supports early stage BIPOC and women founders working at the intersection of social impact and the decentralized web.

April 24, 2023

The Startup Founder's Guide to Consensus 2023

Consensus is back in Austin, Texas, and we're excited to connect with experts, enthusiasts, founders, and builders in blockchain and crypto. New to Consensus? Read along for an overview and tips on how you can make the most of this opportunity.

April 21, 2023

Meet DivInc’s Spring 2023 Clean Energy Tech Cohort

April 5, 2023

Your Guide to SXSW

SXSW will be held March 10th -19th in Austin, Texas. Get ready to meet industry leaders, innovative entrepreneurs, your next investor, customer or employee!

February 27, 2023

Everyone Wins Mindset | A Special Message from Chris Hyams, CEO, Indeed

A special message Champions of Change Awards 2022 from Chris Hyams, CEO of Indeed and DivInc Board Member

February 21, 2023

Champions of Change 2023 Nominees

Join us for DivInc’s 5th Annual Champions of Change Awards presented by Notley!

February 20, 2023

6 Things You Need To Know Before Applying to the Women in Tech Accelerator

Your Guide to AfroTech & Austin Startup Week 2022

January 31, 2023

DivInc Launches Clean Energy Accelerator

DivInc is proud to announce the launch of its first Clean Energy Tech Accelerator made possible through support from title sponsors Chevron and Microsoft.

January 13, 2023

Meet the 2023 Champions of Change Award Nominees

Join us for DivInc’s 5th Annual Champions of Change Awards presented by Notley!

December 16, 2022

Your Guide to AfroTech & Austin Startup Week 2022

AfroTech Conference and Austin Sartup Week are right around the corner - Are you ready?

October 26, 2022

Access Meets Empowerment: DivInc X Blavity.org

The new partnership kicks off during AfroTech 2022 in Austin with a series of educational events geared to people of color and women entrepreneurs.

September 23, 2022

Meet the DivInc Fall 2022 Women in Tech HTX Cohort

September 19, 2022

Meet the DivInc Fall 2022 Women in Tech HTX Cohort

Meet the DivInc Fall 2022 Women in Tech HTX Cohort

September 11, 2022

Divinc Hosts Empowering Women In Venture Panel

DivInc X Blavity.org Foundation Join Forces for Entrepreneurs of Color

September 7, 2022

DivInc Hosts Empowering Women in Venture Panel

DivInc hosts a panel of four leading women in venture capital covering everything from how to be successful in the fundraising space as a founder or investor, to the unique challenges faced by women investors.

September 7, 2022

That’s a Wrap! - 5G Sports Tech Demo Day Recap

Watch the recap of our Spring 2022 Sports Tech Demo Day!

July 23, 2022

DivInc + SheSpace Collab for First Ever Women in Tech Accelerator

DivInc + SheSpace are joining forces to support women and non-binary founders in build thriving tech startups!

July 8, 2022

DivInc Launches Women in Tech in Houston

DivInc launches Women in Tech initiative to support women and non-binary tech founders. Beginning in Fall 2022, DivInc will partner SheSpace and other partners to run accelerators for women and non-binary founders in Houston and Austin.

June 9, 2022

Tech Game Changers | DivInc Spring 2022 5G Sports Tech Accelerator Update

We’re at the midpoint of our Spring 2022 Sports Tech 5G Accelerator in partnership with Verizon! Collaborations and working sessions with Verizon, Mercury, Gunderson Dettmer, Dynamos, and more continue to bring eye-opening moments and strategic connections for founders.

May 31, 2022

Meet the Founders of Cohort 9 | Social Justice Tech Lunchtime Linkup Interviews

Get to know the founders participating in DivInc's Spring 2022 Social Justice Tech Accelerator powered by Ascension Seton deeper through the Lunchtime Linkup series.

April 17, 2022

Meet the DivInc Spring 2022 5G Sports Tech Accelerator Cohort

April 4, 2022

DivInc & Women in Sports Tech Launch Partnership to Support Diverse Founders in Sports Tech Industry

Women in Sports Tech (WiST) becomes program partner for DivInc's Spring 2022 5G Sports Tech Accelerator in partnership by Verizon. DivInc's 12-week Sports Tech Accelerator supports startups using technology to improve health & wellness, fan experience, the future of media, fantasy & sports betting, esports, and gaming innovation.

April 3, 2022

Startup Sistas & Just Us | DivInc at SXSW 2022 Recap

Take an inside look at events DivInc hosted and attended during SXSW 2022. Investors, founders, and operators in the tech ecosystem joined us for Startup Sistas and Just US. The DivInc team also attended Bumble x Gucci's Chime for Change event.

March 21, 2022

Leaders in Change | Social Justice Innovation Mid-Program Update

Here's a behind the scenes look at the first six weeks of DivInc's Spring 2022 Social Justice Tech Accelerator powered by Ascension Seton.

March 17, 2022

A Great Night to Be a Champ | DivInc's 2022 Champions of Change Awards

CONGRATULATIONS to the 2022 Champions of Change Awards nominees and honorees, without whom, our city would be a much less equitable place! Thanks to your support, DivInc raised $160K to support underestimated founders in their startup journeys.

March 11, 2022

What's Your Why | A Conversation with Angie Klein, CEO, Visible

Visible joined the DivInc partner team as a sponsor for our Spring 2022 Social Justice Innovation Accelerator. Angie Klein, CEO of Visible sits down and shares her motivation for partnering with DivInc.

February 28, 2022

What's Your Why | A Conversation with Kate Henderson, Regional Hospital President, Ascension Texas

Ascension Seton joined the DivInc partner team in 2021 as the title sponsor for our Spring 2022 Social Justice Innovation Accelerator. Kate Henderson, Regional Hospital President of Ascension Texas shares her motivation for partnering with DivInc.

February 24, 2022

Meet the 2022 Champions of Change | Champion of the Year Nominees

February 21, 2022

Meet the 2022 Champions of Change | Nonprofit Leader of the Year Nominees

Meet Divinc's Champions of Change Awards 2022 Nonprofit Leader of the Year.

February 21, 2022

Meet the 2022 Champions of Change | Student of the Year Nominees

Meet DivInc's Champions of Change Awards 2022 Student of the Year Nominees.

February 21, 2022

Meet the 2022 Champions of Change | Startup Leader of the Year Nominees

Meet DivInc's Champions of Change Awards 2022 Startup Leader of the Year nominees

February 21, 2022

Meet the 2022 Champions of Change | Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Leader of the Year Nominees

Meet DivInc's Champions of Change Awards 2022 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI Leaders) of the year nominees.

February 21, 2022

Meet the 2022 Champions of Change | Executive of the Year Nominees

Meet DivInc's Champions of Change Awards 2022 Executive of the Year Nominees.

February 21, 2022

DivInc Portfolio Company CLUTCH Raises $1million+ | Houston Business Journal

Learn more about DivInc Portfolio Company, Clutch, in the Houston Business Journal.

February 18, 2022

Meet the DivInc Spring 2022 Social Justice Innovation Accelerator Cohort

DivInc's 2022 Social Justice Tech Accelerator powered by Ascension. The Cohort 9 founders are committed to creating social impact by tackling issues such as: data privacy, hiring and People Ops, home health care, access to family history, and more.

February 7, 2022

JPMorgan Chase Expands DivInc Premier Partnership to Austin & Houston 

Learn more about JPMorgan Chase's Premier Partnership with DivInc in Austin & Houston 

January 31, 2022

DivInc Houston Launches Inaugural 5G Sports Tech Accelerator in partnership with Verizon

DivInc launches Inaugural 5G Sports Tech Accelerator in partnership with Verizon. Hosted at The Ion in Midtown Houston, the 12- week accelerator supports founders building sports tech startups in health and wellness, fan experience, the future of media, sports betting, esports and gaming.

January 27, 2022

Austin Business Journal Announces 2022 Champions of Change Nominees

Meet the nominees for DivInc's Champion of Change Awards 2022!

January 18, 2022

Capital Factory & DivInc Black in Tech Summit $100K Investment Challenge

Capital Factory and DivInc are excited to announce the next $100,000 Investment Challenge at our 4th Annual Black in Tech Summit in Austin, Texas.

January 17, 2022

Letter from Preston: Looking Back | Leaping Forward

Read a special letter and reflection from DivInc CoFounder and CEO Preston James.

January 12, 2022

Spring 2022 Social Justice Tech Accelerator powered by Ascension Texas

September 29, 2021

Congrats to Our 2021 DivInc & Bank of America Alumni Grantees

September 22, 2021

Congrats to Our 2021 DivInc & Bank of America Alumni Grantees

Join us in congratulating our 2021 DivInc & Bank of America Alumni Grantees

September 22, 2021

Founder Friday: Pedro Silva of Milkify

September 21, 2021

Bank of America Commits $250,000 to Support Founders

July 26, 2021

DivInc & Fundr Make Big Leap Towards Bias-Free Investing

July 15, 2021

DivInc Joins Forces with Mercury Fund

We’re excited to announce this incredible opportunity and partnership with Mercury Fund, an early-stage venture capital firm headquartered in Houston, Texas!

April 15, 2021

Introducing DivInc Houston's First Cohort, Sponsored by Verizon

Meet the founders participating in DivInc Houston's First Cohort, Sponsored by Verizon

April 4, 2021

Meet the 2022 Champions of Change | Rising Star of the Year Nominees

Meet the Champions of Change Awards 2022 Rising Star of the Year Nominees.

February 21, 2021

Meet the 2022 Champions of Change | Investor of the Year Nominees

Meet DivInc's Champions of Change Awards Investor of the Year nominees

February 21, 2021

Agent of Change: Chris Hyams

A special message from Chris Hyams, Indeed CEO and DivInc Champions of Change Awards 2021 Honorary Chair

February 8, 2021

DivInc Expansion into Houston

Excited to announce DivInc is expanding to Houston. Learn more about our plans and Houston team members.

January 28, 2021

Meet the DivInc Houston Team

January 22, 2021

Founder Spotlight: Darsha' Carter

Meet Darsha’ Carter, co- founder of Melanoid Exchange, and DivInc alumnus featured in this month’s Founder Spotlight series

December 14, 2020

Founder Spotlight: Airion Watkins-Clark

Meet Airion Watkins-Clark our DivInc alumnus featured in this month’s Founder Spotlight series

November 10, 2020

Founder Spotlight: Tameshia Rudd-Ridge

Meet Tameshia Rudd-Ridge and learn more about her entrepreneurship journey.

October 13, 2020

Launch, Lift and Lead: Houston... we have a Solution

October 12, 2020

Founder Spotlight: Rahel Abraham

Meet Rahel Abraham, our DivInc alumnus featured in this month’s Founder Spotlight series

September 16, 2020

Announcing New VC Partner Challenge

Bridging the gap between diverse founders and the capital they need to grow highly profitable ventures

September 1, 2020

Meet DivInc's Fall 2020 Social Justice Innovation Accelerator!

Learn more about Austin’s first Social Justice Innovation Accelerator for startups led by people of color and women entrepreneurs.

August 12, 2020

Founder Spotlight: Jesus "Tito" Salas

Meet Jesus "Tito" Salas, founder of CodersLink.

June 9, 2020

COVID-19 vs The Sports Industry by EIR Mark Phillip

May 12, 2020

The Equitable Path Forward: Together!

March 19, 2020

Welcome DivInc Accelerator Cohort 6!

DivInc is proud to announce Accelerator Cohort #6, exclusively sponsored by JPMorgan Chase. Meet the 11 promising companies led by underrepresented founders.

March 10, 2020

DivInc Celebrates Trailblazers Committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Austin

Champions of Change is DivInc's annual celebration of leaders in diversity, equity, and inclusion in Austin. Read more to see the list of 2020 Champions of Change Awards Recipients.

March 6, 2020

Announcing the 2020 Champions of Change Awards Finalists

January 15, 2020

10 Founders, Endless Wins! Congratulations to Cohort 5!

Congratulations to the incredible startup founders who completed the DivInc tech accelerator program! Read more for some highlights and updates from each company.

December 22, 2019

Founder Spotlight: Lili Qiu

Founder Spotlight: Lili Qiu. Hauoli develops acoustic-based motion tracking technology and applications. Our vision is to revolutionize how users will interact with the world. By simply moving your hand, you can control games, VR, AR, TVs, lights, drones and much more.

December 17, 2019

Announcing the DivInc Fall 2019 Cohort, Sponsored by JPMorgan Chase

Meet DivInc's Fall 2019 Cohort, sponsored by JP Morgan Chase

July 22, 2019

Must Reads & Listens from the DivInc Fam

Books and podcasts are beneficial guides in navigating the startup world. Here’s a list of influential content that has proven useful to members of DivInc’s current and past cohorts!

May 21, 2019

Founder Spotlight: Vi Nguyen

May 10, 2019

Founder Spotlight: Isis Ashford & Kehlin Swain

Isis and Kehlin are co-founders of Xplosion Tech, a startup that provides wearable sensors coupled with The Homer Technique™ to provide training staff comprehensive reports about each athletes susceptibility to injury.

April 15, 2019

Founder Spotlight: Roman Gonzalez

Roman Gonzalez is the founder and CEO of Gardenio, a socially conscious startup making it easier to grow your own organic food via a new kind of digital garden club membership.

March 14, 2019

Announcing DivInc's Partnership with Notley

DivInc launches partnership with Notley Ventures to bolster their accelerator and community programming to support more diverse tech startups led by women and people of color.

February 20, 2019

Why diversity and inclusion matters: Recognizing Austin's Champions of Change

DivInc has created the 2019 to celebrate and recognize our amazing community leaders who are actively mobilizing to drive thoughtful, meaningful and high impact solutions.

February 12, 2019