The Boost Pad

“Cellular farms co-exec. Dir former ceo & 35% shareholder cellular farms board member minority shareholder”

“The form 990 is prepared in collaboration with the organization's external accountant and reviewed by the executive director and board chair. A draft of the return is circulated to the full board of directors for review and approval prior to filing. The signed and submitted return is archived in the organization's permanent electronic records.”

“The organization has a conflict of interest policy that all board members attest to annually. The executive director periodically reviews the disclosures throughout the year to ensure any updates or changes are reported in a timely manner.”

“The boost pad maintains its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, form 990 filings, and other official organizational materials in electronic format. These documents are available to the public upon request, in compliance with irs disclosure requirements.”

“The boost pad equips emerging and under-resourced entrepreneurs with the strategic guidance and support needed to develop innovative solutions, build sustainable enterprises, and advance economic mobility throughout charlotte.”

“Inclusive entrepreneurship accelerator program: the boost pad was founded to promote inclusive entrepreneurship by supporting early-stage businesses led by under-resourced founders. In its inaugural year, the organization established its core infrastructure, developed a foundational curriculum, formed strategic community partnerships, and launched its first accelerator program. The pilot cohort consisted of a diverse group of entrepreneurs from sectors including technology, food innovation, construction, and retail services. Participants benefited from capacity-building workshops, subject-matter expert mentorship, and peer networking opportunities. The program culminated in a public pitch showcase that connected participants with potential investors and ecosystem stakeholders. Key governance structures were also put in place during this period, including the formation of a diverse and engaged board of directors. The organization adopted core operating policies, including a conflict of interest policy, to promote transparency and accountability. Through these efforts, the boost pad established itself as a credible and effective platform for advancing inclusive innovation and catalyzing economic mobility through entrepreneurship in charlotte.”

“Contract labor 36,532 0 0 office/general administrative 0 14,428 0 total 36,532 14,428 0”

“In 2024, the boost pad made a 10,000 safe note investment in petty gigs, a startup that has since rebranded as flexie. This investment is included on line 15 ("other assets") of the balance sheet, along with other similar holdings.”