Our Program
The Bravo Venture Fellowship is the Bravo Family Foundation’s most selective initiative, built to support breakout founders of Puerto Rican descent as they scale their companies to national and global markets.
Each year, we select a small cohort of exceptional founders building ambitious companies in Puerto Rico, New York City, or Miami. Fellows receive a significant equity investment on founder-friendly terms, one-on-one strategic mentorship from senior leaders at Thoma Bravo — one of the world’s largest software buyout firms — and dedicated support in strategic communications, operations, and fundraising.
The Fellowship is a one-year partnership designed for founders who have already found traction and are ready for what comes next: scaling operations, entering new markets, and raising institutional venture capital. Many of our fellows don’t need capital today, but they recognize the long-term strategic value of having Orlando Bravo and the Bravo Family Foundation as partners on their journey.
What Fellows Receive
Meet our fellows
Carlos Vazquez — GoSprout
Role: Founder & CEO
GoSprout develops software for managing apprenticeship programs. The platform allows employers, schools, and sponsors to oversee the full apprenticeship process in one system — and has digitized more than 500,000 apprentice records. Carlos is building the infrastructure to make apprenticeships scalable and accessible across the United States.
- Location: Miami, FL
Nicole Gonzalez — Raya Power
Role: Co-Founder & CTO
Raya Power develops plug-and-play solar energy systems designed for quick installation without roof modifications. The company is focused on expanding access to renewable energy for renters and lower-income households, with operations across Puerto Rico and California.
- Location: Puerto Rico & California
Alumni
The Bravo Venture Fellowship community is growing. Our alumni are founders who have gone through the program and continue to build, scale, and lead.
Cohorts
Eligibility
The Bravo Venture Fellowship is designed for founders who are past the earliest stages and ready to scale. We’re looking for:
CEO and Founder (or Co-Founder) of a venture-stage company with meaningful traction or clear momentum
Puerto Rican identity: You identify as Puerto Rican or of Puerto Rican descent
Location: Your company is based in or primarily operates from Puerto Rico, New York City (NY), or Miami (FL)
Mission-aligned: You share our commitment to advancing Puerto Rican entrepreneurship and building opportunities that uplift our community
Frequently Asked Questions
Testimonials
Ready to scale your company?
The Bravo Venture Fellowship is an opportunity to partner with the Bravo Family Foundation and Thoma Bravo as you take your company to the next level. Learn about our application process.
