At Goodie Nation, we’ve long said that innovation doesn’t belong solely to tech startups. It lives in the hands of founders who blend organic teas, craft eco-luxury goods, elevate cultural fashion, and reinvent parenting tools. It’s brick-and-mortar entrepreneurs shaping the heartbeat of their cities. It’s community builders, culture keepers, and bold creatives solving today’s problems—no ...
As we step into Women's History Month, Goodie Nation is proud to introduce Queens of Innovation, a powerful new initiative designed to celebrate, uplift, and amplify the women innovators within our community. These women are redefining industries, creating lasting impact, and building legacies that will inspire generations to come. They are breaking barriers, pushing boundaries, ...
At Goodie Nation, we believe in the power of community and the transformative impact of collective intelligence. That belief was the driving force behind partnering with Google for Startups on their inaugural For Founders, By Founders Thought Leadership Series—a unique workshop series designed to tap into the incredible expertise of the Google for Startups Founders ...
Goodie Nation is excited to share some fantastic news for small businesses! Lenovo has officially launched Year 4 of its Evolve Small initiative, a program that has already impacted thousands of entrepreneurs across North America by providing millions of dollars in financial aid, technology, and mentorship. This year, Lenovo is taking things to the next ...
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s wisdom continues to light our path forward in times of profound change and challenge. Today, as we honor his legacy, we find ourselves at a critical juncture in the fight for equity and inclusion in the innovation economy. The past year has brought significant headwinds. We've witnessed widespread DEI program ...
As we step into 2025, we can't ignore DEI's significant attacks and cutbacks within our innovation landscape. But here at Goodie Nation, we're not dwelling on the setbacks. Instead, we're encouraging founders, investors, tech professionals, community builders, and the ecosystem to reimagine what's possible when we put inclusivity and positivity in innovation first. This year, ...
As we all process the outcome of yesterday’s election, there is a sense of uncertainty that is difficult to ignore. For many, the results may bring concerns about the future of diversity, equity, and inclusion in our country, especially within the tech and innovation spaces. I want to acknowledge those concerns and the emotions that ...
We are thrilled to introduce the inaugural cohort of Equity Wings, our angel investing training program designed to empower professionals to make their mark in the world of early-stage investing. After a rigorous selection process, we are proud to present a diverse and talented group of 46 individuals who are ready to take flight as ...
Goodie Nation is thrilled to announce the addition of five remarkable leaders to our Board of Directors: Caitlin Ferguson, Jeff Hilimire, Jenea Bradley, Kirk Barnes, and Shay Lawson. Each of these individuals brings a wealth of experience, a commitment to excellence, and a passion for empowering the next generation of positive innovators and changemakers. As ...
In a world where attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion persist, we’re using Intentionally Good Summit Volume III to combat them. But we consider creating an equitable innovation community for all a positive thing. That’s why this year's theme, "The Power of Positive Innovation," could not be more timely or relevant. As the economy navigates ...
