AcceleratorStartup Nation to Mittelstand is an organization that facilitates the integration of innovative startup solutions into established industries in Germany, focusing on sectors like manufacturing and logistics.
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Startup accelerators
Accelerators put money and a deadline behind an early company. Find the ones that fit your stage and field, and what each one asks for.
To begin with
Accelerators to begin with
A few to begin with. The full list is below.
Accelerator
Accelerator#defineSchool is an organization based in Romania that focuses on training the next generation of tech entrepreneurs through a customized program. They offer a one-week bootcamp aimed at students and young professionals interested in launching startups.
AcceleratorSeedground is a startup incubator and accelerator based in South Korea, focused on supporting business creators through education and a structured environment.
Acceleratorzünder is a Swiss startup accelerator located in Central Switzerland, offering a 10-month program that includes intensive sessions and expert guidance for early-stage startups.
Accelerator+1Dream is an organization focused on connecting early-stage startups with essential resources such as incubators, accelerators, mentors, and funding opportunities. They utilize a smart-connect engine to facilitate these connections efficiently.
AcceleratorThe +impact accelerator supports Nordic startups focused on the circular economy, aiming to enhance sustainability and resource efficiency through innovative business models.
Accelerator programs and lists
The programs accelerators run, and lists that group them by field and place.
What an accelerator actually gives you
Money on set terms
A fixed investment for a fixed share, the same for every company in the batch. The terms differ more between programs than the brochures suggest, so read them before you apply.
A cohort and a clock
A few months, a group of companies at the same stage, and a deadline at the end. The deadline does more of the work than people expect.
Investors at the end
Demo day puts the whole batch in front of investors at once. What gets funded afterwards is still decided one company at a time.
Where do you sit
An accelerator looks different depending on your seat.
Founders applyingYou want the money, the cohort and the deadline. Start with the terms.Program and portfolio staffYou run the batch. You meet every company first, and you carry the most responsibility for what stays inside.Alumni and mentorsYou went through it, or you advise the people going through it now.Demo day hosts and judgesYou meet the whole cohort in one afternoon, filtered and rehearsed.
Accelerator programs taking applications
3 of the 54 programs these accelerators run are open. Terms and dates change. Check the official page before you act.
Accelerator
a16z speedrun
Opena16z speedrun
a16z's accelerator: up to $1M, $10M+ in credits and a 12-week in-person program in San Francisco.
AcceleratorFounders Factory
A 16-week accelerator from MSWA and Founders Factory with AUD 200K investment for startups improving care for MS and other neurological conditions.
Fellowship
a16z speedrun
Up to $250K for technical students and recent grads, or a fast track into engineering roles at speedrun startups.
Questions about accelerators
How much equity do accelerators take?
It varies. Many take between 5 and 10 percent for a fixed investment. Each program page shows the terms the program has published, and leaves a blank where it has not.
Is an accelerator the same as an incubator?
No. Accelerators run fixed cohorts with an investment and a demo day. Incubators are usually longer and looser, and often do not invest.
I work at an accelerator. Can I scout for a fund?
Often, with your program's permission in writing. Confidential batch information never travels, and both sides should know you scout before you refer anyone.
Do accelerators run their own scout programs?
Some do, though most scout programs are run by funds. Both are listed here.
Can Superscout get me into a program?
No. Programs choose who they take. What you get here is what each one asks for and when it opens.
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AcceleratorThe Foundery is an accelerator based in India that supports the creation of new businesses through a 90-day program. It focuses on fostering entrepreneurship among early-stage founders by providing resources, mentorship, and operational support.
AcceleratorThe Fundraising Accelerator is an organization that supports underestimated founders in navigating the fundraising landscape. It offers a structured 7-week online program designed to help Pre-Seed to Series A founders become investment-ready.
AcceleratorThe Fundraising Bootcamp assists global and immigrant founders in raising capital in the U.S. through expert coaching and curated investor introductions.
AcceleratorThe GAIN is a Bengaluru-based startup accelerator that supports technology-driven startups in India, focusing on sectors like healthtech, fintech, and agritech. It provides mentoring, business partnerships, and access to funding to help startups scale and enter global markets.
AcceleratorThe GUILD is an entrepreneurship education and acceleration platform that supports early-stage founders in launching scalable businesses through online courses and hybrid programs.
AcceleratorThe Galil Accelerator for Smart and Sustainable Industry, founded by Braude College of Engineering, supports startups innovating in the manufacturing sector, focusing on smart and sustainable practices.
AcceleratorThe Game Creation Accelerator is an accelerator program focused on the ideation and development of board games. It aims to help teams create market-ready board games within a 6-8 week timeframe.
AcceleratorThe Ganesha Lab is a life sciences and biotech scale-up accelerator located in Santiago, Chile. It supports early-stage science and technology startups from Latin America by providing acceleration programs, mentoring, and access to investment opportunities.
AcceleratorThe Gicopoulos Group specializes in strategic business turnaround initiatives, focusing on profitability and business development opportunities. They also provide coaching and consultancy services across various sectors.
AcceleratorThe Global Career Accelerator partners with universities in the United States to provide career development programs for students, bridging the gap…
AcceleratorThe Gold Coast Innovation Hub is a not-for-profit organization in Robina, Queensland, supporting entrepreneurs and startups through physical and virtual spaces for connection and growth.
AcceleratorThe Goodthings Company is an investment organization that partners with entrepreneurs to launch and scale globally ambitious companies. It combines various expertise to accelerate the growth of its portfolio companies.
AcceleratorThe Growth Station is an accelerator program that supports startups and scaleups in expanding into the UK market by providing tools, strategies, and networks for sustainable growth.
AcceleratorThe Growthly is a startup accelerator and investment program that supports founders in developing scalable businesses through mentorship and funding. It operates in India, focusing on various aspects of business growth.
AcceleratorThe Harbor Entrepreneur Center is a nonprofit organization based in Charleston, South Carolina, dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs by fostering connections and providing resources. It offers programs like the Harbor Accelerator to assist startups in their development.
AcceleratorThe Healthy Habits Accelerator is a 12-week coaching program aimed at helping entrepreneurs improve their energy and habits for better productivity and work-life balance.
AcceleratorThe Helix Way is a joint venture that supports academics and established businesses in accelerating their research and technology through pre-accelerator and innovation programs.
AcceleratorThe Heritage Group Accelerator is an accelerator based in Indianapolis, Indiana, focusing on hardtech startups that address sustainability challenges in sectors like battery recycling, waste management, and green chemistry.
AcceleratorThe Hive Business Accelerator is a certified incubator located in Ancona, Italy, established in 2014. It supports startups by providing resources, connections, and services to foster innovation and business growth.
AcceleratorThe Hokie DC Accelerator is an accelerator based in the Washington DC area that supports technology startups, particularly those with founders who graduated from Virginia Tech, in transitioning from early-stage development to securing their first round of funding.
AcceleratorThe Hub Accelerator, also known as Banyan Tree Global, is an innovation growth platform with a focus on facilitating international market entry and providing strategic consulting services. They operate in the US, UK, Europe, and India.
AcceleratorThe Idea Village is a nonprofit organization based in New Orleans that supports startup founders in the Gulf South and Gulf Coast regions through education, acceleration programs, and resources.
AcceleratorThe Iftach Group is a startup advisory and accelerator based in New York and Israel, focusing on helping technology companies access new markets and raise capital. It offers a range of services including strategic consulting and partnership development.
AcceleratorThe Impact Accelerator is an Australian accelerator focused on empowering entrepreneurs to address urban real estate challenges sustainably. It combines expertise from Mirvac and INCO to foster innovation in green technology.
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