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?
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AcceleratorWO Accelerator is an accelerator focused on the film production industry, connecting screenwriters with producers through its exclusive marketplace, WO Market.
AcceleratorWOLE Institute is a strategic accelerator based in Abidjan, focused on continuous training and talent development in Africa. It offers tailored programs in executive leadership and entrepreneurship.
AcceleratorWomen of Truth Accelerator, based in Cyprus, empowers women leaders through mentoring, coaching, and visibility strategies. They focus on personal and professional growth, particularly in health and wellbeing.
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AcceleratorWaSa Venture is an early-stage accelerator based in Italy and the UK, focused on connecting high-potential African startups with the European ecosystem. It offers an 8–12 week program that includes mentorship and operational support.
AcceleratorWadi AI is a global AI accelerator that supports early-stage AI startups through a structured 3-month program in Dubai.
AcceleratorWakanda Food Accelerator is an independent business accelerator based in South Africa, focused on supporting food entrepreneurs with innovative solutions for the future of food.
AcceleratorWalk AUTh Innovation Accelerator is the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, focused on supporting students, researchers, and alumni in developing startups from innovative ideas.
AcceleratorThe Warehouse Business Accelerator is based in Loveland, Colorado, and supports manufacturing and technology startups in scaling their operations through mentorship and resources.
AcceleratorWarsaw Booster is a startup accelerator program in Warsaw that supports early- to growth-stage startups, focusing on sustainable city development and climate change mitigation.
AcceleratorWatchTower and Friends (WTF) is a private accelerator based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, focused on supporting early-stage technology startups through mentorship and funding. Since its founding in 2015, it has invested in over 50 startups across 8 cohorts.
AcceleratorWaterstown™ Shopify Accelerator is an organization focused on helping Shopify store owners overcome growth challenges through structured support and resources. They aim to unlock the full potential of Shopify businesses.
AcceleratorWaterway Ventures is a growth accelerator based in Asia, specializing in enterprise software, semiconductor, AI, and blockchain industries. They focus on developing growth strategies for companies entering the Asian market.
AcceleratorWatson University is an entrepreneurial education accelerator based in the United States, supporting young leaders through fully funded fellowships and programs focused on social impact and innovation.
AcceleratorWave Accelerator is an organization that supports startups and entrepreneurs through acceleration programs and venture building. It aims to impact the innovation ecosystem in Brazil and globally.
AcceleratorWavemaker Labs is a product development accelerator and incubator based in Santa Monica, California, specializing in automating the food industry supply chain to improve food quality and reduce costs.
AcceleratorWaves is a Latin American accelerator that supports early-stage startups in the region, focusing on internet and technology ventures.
AcceleratorWayra is the Corporate Venture Capital arm of Telefónica, focusing on investing in startups and facilitating their collaboration with the company's…
AcceleratorWayra Germany is an innovation hub based in Munich, part of Telefónica, that connects technology startups with corporate resources to foster growth and innovation. It focuses on bridging the gap between established corporations and startups in the telecommunications sector.
AcceleratorWe Are Emersyn is an acceleration platform focused on supporting ambitious female founders by providing infrastructure and resources to help them grow their businesses. Through their intelligent guidance platform, they aim to close the growth gap for female entrepreneurs.
AcceleratorWe Are Gen Z VC is an organization that supports Gen Z innovators and entrepreneurs by incubating ideas, executing plans, and securing funding. It focuses on empowering the next generation of changemakers across various industries.
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