Be Nimble

Be Nimble Be Nimble is a social enterprise with the goal of advancing diversity and inclusion initiatives in tech for people of color. Founders of .

Be Nimble is a social enterprise with the goal of advancing diversity and inclusion initiatives in technology. Be Nimble believes that Indiana can be the true blueprint for diversity and inclusion, and truly intend to set the tone and replicate it across the country. Be Nimble is lead by Kelli N. Jones and Jeff T D Williams, who advise existing tech companies, create collaborative opportunities an

d programming, and incubate new start-ups founded by people of color. What does it mean to Be Nimble? Not tied to trends. Forecasting what’s next. Being flexible enough to know that nothing is permanent. The ability to pivot and adjust.

The Archive is expanding. We’re looking for the creators to lead the way. We have the rooms, the founders, and the energ...
02/17/2026

The Archive is expanding. We’re looking for the creators to lead the way.

We have the rooms, the founders, and the energy. Now, we’re opening up our roster for the photographers and videographers who know how to capture high-level vibes.

Whether you specialize in product shots for our founders, creative campaigns, or short-form heat for our events, we want to see your perspective.

The Assignment: Hit the link in our bio to access the creator form and drop your portfolio.

Let’s build the next decade of visuals together.

The vision is set. Now, we’ve found the sound. 🎧⚡️You can’t Press Play on a new era without the right architects on the ...
02/13/2026

The vision is set. Now, we’ve found the sound. 🎧⚡️

You can’t Press Play on a new era without the right architects on the decks. For Year 10, we needed curators who understand the frequency of this community: sophisticated, high-energy, and always ahead of the curve.

Setting the tone for 2.21:
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We’ve spent a decade architecting the most intentional rooms in the city, so you already know the soundtrack to our 10th year isn’t going to be “business as usual.” We’re moving from the archive to the future, and these two are in control of the output.

Whether you’re there to bridge a partnership or let loose, the audio is officially locked.

The Guest List is 90% synced. Don’t get left on mute.

🎟️ Tickets for 2.21 at Crane Bay are at the link in our bio.

It’s been since JUNE since we all hung out in person, and honestly? That’s way too long. 😤We’re officially breaking the ...
02/06/2026

It’s been since JUNE since we all hung out in person, and honestly? That’s way too long. 😤

We’re officially breaking the streak on February 27th at Be Nimble HQ! We’re getting the crew back together for a session that keeps it 100% real: Uncomfortable Growth: What They Don’t Teach You About Entrepreneurship.

We’re sitting down with (CEO of Fresh FP&A) to talk about the messy parts of scaling, the financial secrets you actually need, and how to survive the “growing pains” of being a founder.

No gatekeeping. No fluff. Just the real talk we’ve all been missing.

🗓 Feb 27th | 5:30 PM 📍 Be Nimble HQ (525 S Meridian St.)

🔗 Link in bio to RSVP!

FINAL CALL: Applications Close June 30 at 11:59 PM!Pitchin’ Ain’t Easy is your shot to pitch LIVE during WNBA All-Star W...
06/25/2025

FINAL CALL: Applications Close June 30 at 11:59 PM!

Pitchin’ Ain’t Easy is your shot to pitch LIVE during WNBA All-Star Weekend at the Sports Tech & Venture Summit in Indy — and compete for a $25,000 equity investment 💰🔥

📍 July 18, 2025 | 4–6 PM
📍 Cinderwood Events · Indianapolis, IN
Presented by:

If you’re a woman-led, early-stage startup building at the intersection of:
✨ Sports
✨ Wellness
✨ Culture
✨ Tech
✨ Media
✨ CPG

This is your moment.

💡 $25K equity investment
📣 Media + investor spotlight
🔥 Present on the big stage

🎯 Apply by JUNE 30 at 11:59 PM → gardenpardi.com
Tag a founder who needs to shoot their shot 👇🏾

Juneteenth is more than a date, it’s a reminder that we’ve always built and led, even when the odds were stacked. Today ...
06/19/2025

Juneteenth is more than a date, it’s a reminder that we’ve always built and led, even when the odds were stacked.

Today we celebrate Black imagination, Black excellence, and the future we’re building on our own terms.

From code to capital, from side hustles to startups, from corporate offices to the creator economy—we are the legacy and don’t you forget it.

🖤 Happy Juneteenth from Be Nimble.

🚨 PITCH COMPETITION ALERT 🚨🔥 Pitchin’ Ain’t Easy🗓 July 17 · Indianapolis, IN📍 Live at the Sports Tech & Venture Summit🎙 ...
06/09/2025

🚨 PITCH COMPETITION ALERT 🚨

🔥 Pitchin’ Ain’t Easy
🗓 July 17 · Indianapolis, IN
📍 Live at the Sports Tech & Venture Summit
🎙 $25K on the line

We’re spotlighting the baddest women-led startups in sports, culture, tech, and CPG. Think you’ve got what it takes to win on the big stage?

✨ $25,000 equity investment
✨ Media exposure
✨ VC + investor intros
✨ Bragging rights forever

🧠 Must be:
✔️ Woman-led
✔️ U.S.-based
✔️ Under 5 years old
✔️ Raised less than $5M
✔️ Able to pitch LIVE in Indy

🔗 Apps open NOW
⏳ Deadline: June 30
📲 Apply at gardenpardi.com or sportstechandventure.com

Tag your founder friends 👇🏽

Pardi Pitch highlight: A’Bryanna💇🏾‍♀️ From the salon chair to your shelf—A’Bryanna () is redefining beauty for US. HBH P...
05/23/2025

Pardi Pitch highlight: A’Bryanna

💇🏾‍♀️ From the salon chair to your shelf—A’Bryanna () is redefining beauty for US. HBH Professional + Hello Beautiful Hair offer high-quality tools + products to keep you looking 💅🏾 and feeling flawless.
After winning $5,000 in the 2022 pitch competition, A’Bryanna took her offerings to the next level with HBH Professional, a hair line with high quality tools and products.

From there, participating in the Add to Cart Program was a catalyst to refine her services and products even more and open up a brick and mortar store front.

Snag your beauty bag ➡️ &

Pardi Pitch highlight: Martina Jackson.Bringing the melanin magic, period. 📸 Martina’s  was created to make sure Black s...
05/16/2025

Pardi Pitch highlight: Martina Jackson.

Bringing the melanin magic, period. 📸 Martina’s was created to make sure Black skin glows in every shot. Whether it’s brand shoots or personal milestones, she’s changing the game for how we see ourselves.

In 2021, Martina won $5,000 to invest in developing the beta app that houses the innovative photography tools for all skin tones.
Download the app ➡️

📷

Pardi Pitch highlight: Darye Henry and San Pathak.👩🏾‍🎓🧑🏽‍🎓 Quality afterschool programs = game changer. Darye & San buil...
05/13/2025

Pardi Pitch highlight: Darye Henry and San Pathak.

👩🏾‍🎓🧑🏽‍🎓 Quality afterschool programs = game changer. Darye & San built Afterschool HQ to make it easy for parents and schools to connect students with life-changing enrichment.

This duo participated in the 2020 pitch competition at Garden Pardi. And after winning $5,000, they went on to create infrastructure and tools to enhance their platform and programs.

For da kids ➡️

Pardi Pitch highlight: 💼 Blake Nathan () is on a mission to diversify classrooms + empower nonprofits to THRIVE. His Edu...
05/10/2025

Pardi Pitch highlight: 💼 Blake Nathan () is on a mission to diversify classrooms + empower nonprofits to THRIVE. His Educate ME Foundation connects, uplifts, and trains Black educators nationwide. ✊🏾

Blake participated in the pitch competition in 2019. He won $5,000 to put towards building his small business.

💡 Wanna level up your nonprofit game? Tap in:

🚀 Freelancers & Future Founders—This One’s for You!Thinking about starting your own business or growing your freelance c...
02/28/2025

🚀 Freelancers & Future Founders—This One’s for You!

Thinking about starting your own business or growing your freelance career? Join us on March 6th at 5:30 PM ET for “Freelance to Founder”—an event designed to give you the tools, insights, and connections to level up.

✨ Tiffany Burrus (Add to Cart) will break down how to build a thriving service-based business—from attracting clients to setting competitive prices.

💡 MPOWER will introduce a game-changing platform that helps diverse professionals connect with career opportunities based on skills, not just resumes.

🤝 Networking & Community—Meet fellow students, share insights, and start building your support system as an entrepreneur.

📅 Date: Wednesday, March 6th
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM ET (Networking) | 6:00–7:30 PM ET (Sessions)
📍 Location: 525 S Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN

🔥 Don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, and take the next step in your business journey! Tag a friend who needs to be there & RSVP now! Registration link in bio.

Got any questions for Tiffany? Drop them in the comments! 👇

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Indianapolis, IN
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