The Boost Pad, 2400 Greenland Ave, Charlotte, NC (2026)

06/18/2026

🚨 FINALIST #2 REVEALED 🚨

Meet Nithin Aravapalli, Founder of OnSpotly Inc. and one of the Top 5 Finalists competing at Cohort 12 Pitch Night.

Imagine being able to book a content creator as easily as you book an Uber.

That's exactly what Nithin is building.

📱 Need content for an event?

📸 Need social media photos and reels?

⚡ Need it edited and ready to post immediately?

OnSpotly connects businesses and event organizers with trained iPhone creators who can arrive on-site, capture content, edit it, and deliver social-ready photos and reels in as little as 30 minutes.

In a world where businesses need content every day and attention spans last only seconds, traditional photography isn't always fast enough.

Nithin believes the future of content creation is on-demand, accessible, and built specifically for the speed of social media.

But here's the real question:

💡 What happens when professional content creation becomes available anytime, anywhere, with the tap of a button?

Join us on June 24th to hear Nithin's vision and learn why OnSpotly earned a place among our Top 5 Finalists.

🎤 One Stage.

🚀 Five Founders.

🏆 One Champion.

Will Nithin Aravapalli and OnSpotly become Cohort 12's Pitch Night Champion?

You'll have to be there to find out.

📅 Wednesday, June 24, 2026

🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

📍 Do Greater Charlotte

500 North Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC

🎟️ Register Today: https://theboostpad.app.neoncrm.com/.../neonevents/events...

Pitch Night is presented in partnership with Do Greater Charlotte Foundation and made possible through the generous support of our sponsors Ally and NC IDEA Foundation.

06/17/2026

🚨 FINALIST #1 REVEALED 🚨

Meet Amoura Carter, Founder of AC Creative Collective and one of the Top 5 Finalists competing at Cohort 12 Pitch Night.

At a time when many organizations struggle to connect authentically with the communities they serve, Amoura is building something different.

Through AC Creative Collective, she helps businesses, government agencies, nonprofits, and cultural institutions move beyond one-time marketing campaigns and create meaningful, lasting engagement with the people who matter most.

Her approach combines community engagement, brand strategy, program management, and marketing to help organizations create sustainable impact—not just visibility.

But here's the question:

💡 What happens when community becomes your greatest growth strategy?

Join us on June 24th to hear Amoura's vision and discover why she earned a spot among our Top 5 Finalists.

🎤 One Stage.
🚀 Five Founders.
🏆 One Champion.

Will Amoura Carter take home the title?
You'll have to be there to find out.

📅 Wednesday, June 24, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Do Greater Charlotte
500 North Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC

🎟️ Register Today: https://theboostpad.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F46572%2Fstorefront%2F218475

Pitch Night is presented in partnership with Do Greater Charlotte Foundation and made possible through the generous support of our sponsors Ally and NC IDEA Foundation.

06/16/2026

🚨 THE COUNTDOWN IS ON 🚨

Only 8 DAYS until Cohort 12 Pitch Night.

After 14 weeks of building, learning, refining, and growing, five entrepreneurs will take the stage to pitch their businesses, share their vision, and compete for startup resources designed to help accelerate their next chapter.

🏆 5 Finalists

🎤 1 Stage

🚀 Countless Possibilities

Beginning tomorrow, we'll start introducing each of our Top 5 Finalists one by one as we count down to the biggest night of the cohort.

Who will take home the title?

Who will capture the judges' attention?

Who will become Cohort 12's champion?

Join us on June 24th as we celebrate entrepreneurship, innovation, and the graduation of Cohort 12.

📅 June 24, 2026

🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

📍 Do Greater Charlotte

500 North Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC

🎟️ Reserve your seat today: [https://theboostpad.app.neoncrm.com/admin/neon-integration/view?path=%2Fadmin%2Fsales%2Fevent%2F46572%2Foccurrence%2F218475]

Pitch Night is presented in partnership with Do Greater Charlotte Foundation, Inc. | Sparkhouse Charlotte and made possible through the generous support of our sponsors Ally and NC IDEA

👇 Drop a 🔥 in the comments if you'll be following our Top 5 Finalist Reveal Series starting tomorrow.

06/08/2026

🚀 Meet the Experts Behind Community Access to Capital

Access to capital can be one of the biggest challenges entrepreneurs face, but on June 10, you’ll hear directly from the people who fund, advise, invest in, and build successful businesses every day.

We’re excited to welcome Harold Hughes, entrepreneur, investor, and CEO of NFNTECapital & Divi, as our featured fireside chat speaker. Harold’s journey as a founder offers invaluable insights into what it takes to raise capital, scale a company, and create opportunities for others.

You’ll also hear from an incredible panel of leaders representing venture capital, community lending, banking, entrepreneurship, and economic development, including:

🔹 Manuel Campbell – CEO | ASPIRE Community Capital
🔹 Dr. Shante’ Williams, MBA. Shante’ Williams – CEO | Black Pearl Global Investments
🔹 Matthew Winston – Banking & Business Finance Expert | Truist
🔹 Shannon Grant – Angel Investor |
🔹 Wesley Head – Director | ASPIRE Community Capital
🔹 Jenkins – Economic Development Leader | National Institute of Minority Economic Development

Whether you’re seeking funding, preparing to raise capital, or simply want to better understand the funding landscape, this is an opportunity to learn from professionals who have collectively invested in, advised, financed, and supported countless entrepreneurs and businesses.

💡 Real stories. Real insights. Real pathways to capital.

🎟️ Registration is FREE, but space is limited. Reserve your spot today and join us for an evening of meaningful connections, practical advice, and conversations that could help shape your entrepreneurial journey.

06/03/2026

🎉 A huge thank you to Reavis Ford, Bert Bader IV, & First Citizens Bank for supporting entrepreneurship and innovation in Charlotte.

Last week, The Boost Pad was honored to receive a contribution that will help us continue providing founders, small business owners, and aspiring entrepreneurs with the resources, education, and connections they need to grow.

Partnerships like these make a real difference. When organizations invest in entrepreneurs, they’re investing in stronger businesses, stronger communities, and future economic growth.

Thank you for believing in our mission and helping us create more opportunities for founders across our region.

06/02/2026

❓Where do entrepreneurs actually find capital?

❓How do founders secure funding when traditional financing feels out of reach?

❓What are investors, lenders, and funding partners looking for right now?

If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions, you won’t want to miss Community Access to Capital sponsored by

Join founders, investors, lenders, and ecosystem leaders for an evening of high-value networking, real-world funding insights, and practical strategies you can apply to your business immediately. Hear directly from entrepreneurs who have successfully raised capital, connect with organizations actively supporting small businesses, and gain access to conversations that founders often spend years trying to get in the room for. The best part? REGISTRATION IS COMPLETELY FREE -> https://gqr.sh/D6Es

A special thank you to our featured fireside chat speaker and our incredible panelists:

🔹 Manuel Campbell
🔹 Dr. Shante’ Williams, MBA
🔹 Wesley Head
🔹 Cleave Jenkins
🔹 Matthew Winston

The people, connections, and opportunities in the room could help shape your next move as a founder.

Whether you’re launching your first venture, growing an existing business, or preparing for your next stage of growth, now is the time to start building the relationships that matter.

Seats are limited and this is one conversation you do not want to hear about after the fact.

📅 June 10, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST
📍 2400 Greenland Ave,
Register today and secure your spot. -> https://gqr.sh/D6Es

05/29/2026

💡 Access to capital remains one of the biggest challenges facing entrepreneurs and small business owners.

That’s why we’re excited to invite the community to Community Access to Capital sponsored by Ally an evening designed to connect founders, investors, lenders, and ecosystem leaders for real conversations about funding and growth.

Join us as we explore pathways to debt and equity capital, hear firsthand experiences from successful entrepreneurs, and gain practical insights from experts actively supporting businesses across our region.

A special thank you to our featured fireside chat speaker and our incredible panelists:
🔹 Manuel Campbell
🔹 Dr. Shante’ Williams, MBA’
🔹 Wesley Head
🔹 Cleave Jenkins
🔹 Matthew Winston

Whether you’re launching your first venture, growing an existing business, or simply looking to better understand the funding landscape, this event is for you.

📅 June 10, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST
📍 2400 Greenland Ave, Do Greater, Inc. | Sparkhouse Charlotte |

Register today and join us for an evening of connection, education, and opportunity.

05/28/2026

Huge thank you to and Matt Villmer for hosting an incredible Pro Bono Legal 101 session for Boost Pad Cohort 12 at Do Greater Charlotte.

Founders learned about building businesses the right way from the start — including business formation, contracts, protecting intellectual property, managing risk, worker classification, ownership agreements, and building companies with long-term growth and exit strategies in mind.

One of the biggest takeaways: great businesses are built with strong foundations, not just great ideas.

Also shoutout to cohort member Beyond Amazing Donuts for catering the session with some incredible donuts 🍩

Huge thank you to Climb and Matt Villmer for hosting an incredible Pro Bono Legal 101 session for Boost Pad Cohort 12 at Do Greater Charlotte.

Founders learned about building businesses the right way from the start — including business formation, contracts, protecting intellectual property, managing risk, worker classification, ownership agreements, and building companies with long-term growth and exit strategies in mind.

One of the biggest takeaways: great businesses are built with strong foundations, not just great ideas.

Also shoutout to cohort member Beyond Amazing Donuts for catering the session with some incredible donuts 🍩

Also shoutout to cohort member .a.donuts.clt for catering the session with some incredible donuts 🍩

05/26/2026

Ideas are being built. Pitches are being refined. A new group of founders is getting ready to take the stage.

Join us on June 24th as Cohort 12 presents the businesses, ideas, and momentum they’ve been building throughout the program.

This is more than a pitch night, it’s a community event celebrating entrepreneurship, collaboration, and Charlotte’s growing startup ecosystem.

05/22/2026

5 weeks until Cohort 12 becomes Boost Pad graduates.

Over the past few months, these founders have worked through entrepreneurial mindset development, branding, market validation, leadership, sales strategy, legal education, and business finance — all while building real companies in real time.

From late-night work sessions to live workshops and pitch qualifiers, Cohort 12 has been building nonstop.

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