FoundersForge is a 501c3 nonprofit that is dedicated to the underdog entrepreneurs in Appalachia. We are on a mission to be the catalyst behind all successful startups in our region and beyond.

We envision an economically empowered Appalachia driven by innovation and entrepreneurship. To accomplish our mission we hold Startup focused events, programs, and the Startup Mountain Summit that support entrepreneurs. FoundersForge also empowers entrepreneur ecosystem builders in communities across the country through our startup ecosystem building platform, Avante. Learn more about us on our website or on our social media.