Bangladeshi startup wins 2nd place at BobCat Ventures 2024

Bangladeshi startup EdBridge Scholars has won second place at the BobCat Ventures grant competition in the US, earning $4,000 and professional mentorship. Founded by Bates College student Tanvir Thamid, EdBridge Scholars aims to democratize access to higher education abroad, particularly in North America, for Bangladeshi students. The startup’s strength lies in providing free mentoring to Bangladeshi students, helping them gain admission to top US institutions. The grant will be used to expand the company’s mentoring services and support financially-needy students, furthering their mission of bridging borders through education. (photo/tanvirthamid)