Introducing Batch 4 of Apps Without Code Bootcamp

It’s been a busy fall for Apps Without Code.

Right now I’m really excited about Batch 4 of Apps Without Code Bootcamp, which just started (if you’re not familiar with the Bootcamp, it’s a 12-week “Startup School” we run for non-technical founders — you can learn more over here)

A big reason why I’m so excited?

Here’s one:

The companies in the Bootcamp are not your traditional Silicon Valley tech startups.

Most of the Bootcampers have expertise in a non-sexy industry where they see huge opportunities for tech. For example, Patrick Anderson (CEO of OpExApps) is an alumni of the program. He built a process tracking app for manufacturing assembly lines & has already licensed his app to Coca-Cola. Alivia Blount (CEO of PreUni) is building apps for competitive preschools & the parents applying to them.

I get kind of bored with the regular Silicon Valley app that’s cute, but has no revenue-generating business model. So, I’m super excited about this new batch of entrepreneurs who are creating generational wealth by solving real problems in lucrative industries. I think that’s what makes the Apps Without Code program really different.

Say hello to Batch 4 of Apps Without Code Bootcamp:

Woke

A Netflix-like app to stream content that is diverse and representative

Founders: Vicente Garcia and Francois L.

Previous Work: Digital strategy, content production, grassroots activism, and organizational training

Scholarship: Received a scholarship from the Kapor Center to attend Apps Without Code Bootcamp

Location: Oakland, CA

Maximus Trax

The first big and tall clothing subscription box service

Founder: Wes Riddick

Previous Work: Former college football player and finance director; winner of Pitch Black pitch competition in Austin, 2016

Location: Austin, TX

Dailify

Custom apps for student conferences

Founder: Elon Hufana

Previous Work: Co-founder at Tie In, a digital marketing firm giving minorities career-building opportunities; 2nd place winner at Startup Weekend: Oakland LatinX edition, October 2016

Scholarship: Received a scholarship from the Kapor Center to attend Apps Without Code Bootcamp

Location: San Leandro, CA

PreUni*

An app to connect parents with preschools to streamline the application process

Founder: Alivia Blount

Previous Work: Data Analytics & Machine Learning Intern at Intuit

Scholarship: Received a scholarship from the Kapor Center to attend Apps Without Code Bootcamp

Location: Oakland, CA

*Launching Soon — Contact by Email

Prezta

An app to help startup founders raise money from family and friends

Founder: Pamela Martinez

Previous Work: Software engineer and program manager; 1st place winner at Startup Weekend: Oakland LatinX edition, October 2016

Scholarship: Received a scholarship from the Kapor Center to attend Apps Without Code Bootcamp

Location: San Francisco, CA

GrowYourPocket

An app to connect mystery shoppers and giggers with hiring opportunities

Founder: Devin Turner

Previous Work: Professional mystery shopper

Location: Hampton, VA

B.O.B.*

A “B.O.B.” app to help people find minority Brown Owned Businesses

Founder: Krissi Judd

Previous Work: Department of Veterans Affairs; lunch truck owner

Location: Philadelphia, PA

*Launching Soon — Contact by Email

Bossy*

An app to help facilitate loans to underrepresented women entrepreneurs

Founders: Sonam Swati and Serena Green

Previous Work: intern at Kiva Loans

Scholarship: Received a scholarship from the Kapor Center to attend Apps Without Code Bootcamp

Location: Oakland, CA

*Launching Soon — Contact by Email

Resoltz

A digital platform to help physical education instructors deliver fitness, nutrition, meditation/mindfulness programs and verify activity using affordable wearable devices

Co-Founder: Eugene Baah

Previous Work: Organizational design at IDEO; business development & finance at Microsoft

Scholarship: Received a scholarship from the Kapor Center to attend Apps Without Code Bootcamp

Location: Oakland, CA

EMA Music & Arts

An app to help schools teach music classes

Founder: Joshua Head

Previous Work: award-winning musician and songwriter

Location: Norfolk, VA

Mobidox

An app to automate collection and publication of data on adverse effects (side effects) for drug manufacturers and bio-pharmaceutical companies

Founder: Brittany Gerald

Previous Work: 9 years experience in clinical research for the pharmaceutical industry

Location: Washington, DC

SafePlay*

An app to connect sports events, venues, and organizations with professional athletic trainers

Founder: Ashley Williams

Previous Work: Certified athletic trainer; founder at PhysioFit Kids — a summer camp teaching kids anatomy and physiology

Location: Falls Church, VA

*Launching Soon — Contact by Email

 

Interested in joining the next batch of Apps Without Code Bootcamp? Learn more about the program, available scholarship opportunities, and apply over here