Bull City Forward is a community of innovators who develop and scale break-through solutions to community challenges and entrepreneurial opportunities. We work across industries from banking to education, clean tech to software; in teams and alone; in nonprofits and for-profits; in pursuit of financial success and social impact. We believe that diversity breeds innovation and that a community of change agents from a wide variety of backgrounds and sectors can create a better future not just our local community, but our planet. Our goal is to increase your chances of success.
Membership Benefits
Community
- Community of fellow entrepreneurs working toward the greater good
- Connections to talent, mentors, and financial capital
- A voice in the state policy discussion around innovation and business creation
Programming
- Panels and experienced speakers to model diverse paths
- Social programs designed to expand your ideas and network
- Workshops to learn new skills
- Feed-back sessions to refine your model
Services
- Asset Bank of donated services from local businesses
- Personalized impact measurement consultation
- Discounted rates on conference rooms and event space
- Access to discounted services providers (bookkeeping, design, web development, etc.)
- An online platform on which to blog, post jobs, and trade skills
Membership Levels
Community Membership
For those engaged in the community, social and educational programming, services, and concept of Bull City Forward, but not in need of space. All membership benefits listed above are enjoyed by Community Members for $25 per month.
Space Membership
For those looking for work space in addition to a community, programming, and resources. Space Members engage in all of the benefits of a community membership, in addition to the amenities of the social innovation campus, such as: meeting rooms; internet, printing, and copying; a shared kitchen; and a constantly evolving stream of engaged co-workers.
Full-time
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- Office and meeting space accessible 24/7
- $250 per month*
- Fixed desk with personal storage space
- Personalized impact measurement plan and consultation
- For those seeking a dynamic and flexible home base for their start-up
Half-time
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- Office and meeting space 31 – 80 hours per month
- $150 per month*
- For those who pound the pavement half the week, and want a stable and creative work space during the other half
Access
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- Office and meeting space 1 – 30 hours per month
- $75 per month*
- For those interested in space for weekly meetings, access to a stimulating environment, and a home away from home downtown
*All space levels include an enrollment fee of $50. Enrollment fees will be waived for members who commit to 6 months in advance.
Contact: Ari Zandman-Zeman // arizz@bullcityforward.org // (919) 949-9291
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What's Coming Up
Events on May 17, 2012
[Private Event] Sierra Club Meeting
Starts: 6:00 pm
Ends: 9:00 pm, May 17, 2012
BCF Monthly Meetup at 8 Rivers!
Starts: 6:00 pm
Ends: 8:00 pm, May 17, 2012
Events on May 21, 2012
[Private Event] Bike Coalition Meeting at BCF
Starts: 7:00 pm
Ends: 9:00 pm, May 21, 2012
Events on May 23, 2012
[BCF Gatherings] Weekly Wednesday Open Office Hours
Starts: 12:00 pm
Ends: 3:00 pm, May 23, 2012
[Private Event] Catchafire Dinner
Starts: 6:00 pm
Ends: 8:00 pm, May 23, 2012

