Empowering Underserved Founders

W3 Studio is a 501c3 nonprofit supporting underserved founders building emerging tech startups in Atlanta

Education

We operate a pre-accelerator program to give founders the knowledge and resources they need to go from idea to live business.

Connections

We host events for founders with investors and business partners, and we provide a network of experienced mentors and advisors.

Amplifying
Stories

We utilize our extensive network to amplify founder stories and provide vetted resources for growth.

Strong Governance

An experienced and trusted Board

W3 Studio was founded in September 2022 by Brian Zwerner, a venture capital executive with Beyond The Game Network and a champion of diversity in the Atlanta tech market.  Zwerner recruited a Board of Directors that have a demonstrated history of supporting underrepresented builders including Asante Bradford, Christy Brown, and Marlon Williams.

W3 Equality Inc (dba W3 Studio) is a Georgia 501c3 charitable organization and contributions are tax-deductible.  Donate here.

  • Just like other technology markets, the early winners in web3 have been almost exclusively men, typically White and Asian. We want to build a better future for the industry by supporting underserved startup leaders,” said Zwerner. “Access to friends and family capital is toughest for these founders, so W3 Studio will fill this gap with our programs. We will bring vetted resources and mentors to help these startups win.

    Brian Zwerner
    VC, Beyond The Game Network
  • Web3 is the cutting edge of technology, and the sector spans metaverse, gaming, social media, art, finance, developer tools, and much more,” added Williams. “If we act now, this emerging market can be one that matures with diversity as a core principle. Alongside the work we do at the Atlanta Blockchain Center, W3 Studio is well positioned to elevate Atlanta to a leadership role in the sector.

    Marlon Williams
    Founder, Atlanta Blockchain Center