The Visionaries Founder Alumni Network is powered by NYCEDC and operated by Visible Hands, with Main Street Assembly. Together with ecosystem partners, we are building a durable support system that strengthens founders — and the communities they serve — over the long term.
About NYCEDC
New York City Economic Development Corporation is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that works for a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers. We take a comprehensive approach, through four main strategies: strengthen confidence in NYC as a great place to do business; grow innovative sectors with a focus on equity; build neighborhoods as places to live, learn, work, and play; and deliver sustainable infrastructure for communities and the city's future economy. To learn more about what they do, visit NYCEDC on
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About Visible Hands
Visible Hands is an early-stage venture firm and platform investing in overlooked founders who are building scalable businesses across the United States. Through tailored programming, deep community support, and access to capital, Visible Hands helps founders accelerate growth and position themselves for long-term success.
About Main Street Assembly
Main Street Assembly's mission is to build inclusive small business ecosystems by accelerating technology adoption, workforce readiness, and access to opportunity for underrepresented entrepreneurs and their workers.
