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Explore accelerator profiles and the programs they run. Compare their focus, support, and application options.

Why accelerator people make unusually good scouts

You see traction before it is public

Batch companies report weekly. You watch a number move for three months before it shows up in a press release or a funding announcement. By the time an outside investor can see the same slope, the round is usually crowded.

Your judgment is calibrated by volume

Most people evaluate a handful of companies a year. You see a cohort at a time, side by side, under the same conditions. That comparison set is the thing scout programs cannot train and cannot buy.

Founders already trust you

A warm introduction from someone who watched the company get built reads differently from a cold forward. That trust is the asset. It is also the thing to protect, which is why the disclosure rules below are not optional.

Which seat are you in

The path differs by seat, mostly in what you are allowed to share and when.

Accelerator-run programs accepting applications

30 of the 54 programs run by these accelerators are listed as open. Check each program for current dates and terms.

Questions people in accelerator seats ask

Is scouting a conflict of interest with my accelerator role?
It can be, and that is a question for your program, not for us. The general rule people apply: confidential batch information never travels, you disclose the scout relationship to both sides before you refer anyone, and you do not refer a company whose terms you are also negotiating. Several accelerators have written policies. Ask for yours before you accept a seat.
Do I need permission from the accelerator?
Usually yes, and getting it in writing is the version that protects you. Programs that allow it tend to want the disclosure documented rather than the activity stopped.
Do accelerators run their own scout programs?
Some do. The count on this page is the number we have documented, and it is small relative to the number of accelerators, because most scout programs are run by funds rather than by accelerators. Both are listed in the directory.
What does a scout actually get paid?
Most commonly a share of carry on deals they source, which pays years later and only if the deal works. Some programs pay a stipend instead. Where a program has disclosed its terms, the program entry shows them. Where it has not, we leave a blank rather than guess.
Can Superscout get me a scout seat?
No. We document programs and make your track record legible. Programs choose their scouts.
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Divergent Tide logoAccelerator

Divergent Tide is a startup accelerator dedicated to supporting neurodiverse founders in building businesses that accommodate their unique needs. It focuses on fostering diversity and inclusion within the startup ecosystem.

Doctor Market Fit logoAccelerator

Doctor Market Fit assists startup founders in achieving product-market fit through mentorship and structured guidance. The organization operates primarily online and serves various sectors including consumer hardware, software, and deep tech.

Dogfish Accelerator logoAccelerator

Dogfish Accelerator is an accelerator program based in the United States that supports early-stage startups, particularly in the film industry. It provides seed financing, mentorship, and resources to help teams of producers develop their business models.

Dojo logoAccelerator

Dojo is an accelerator based in France that focuses on economic innovation and supports startups through various programs. It has collaborated with numerous corporations and organized a significant number of events across multiple countries.

Dolphin Tank logoAccelerator

Dolphin Tank is an accelerator based in India that supports the growth of startups by fostering a community-oriented approach. It emphasizes ethical values and considers various cultural and social factors in its programs.

Dotforge logoAccelerator

Dotforge was a Tech4Good accelerator program based in the North of England, focusing on early-stage startups that leverage technology for social impact. It aimed to support the Tech4Good ecosystem outside of London.

Dove Ventures logoAccelerator

Dove Ventures is an accelerator that provides mentoring, support, and investment to entrepreneurs building products and services. They also run an incubator and an Entrepreneur-in-Residence program.

Downtown Launchpad logoAccelerator

Downtown Launchpad is a Houston-based organization that supports startups and entrepreneurs through various stages of development, including idea generation, incorporation, and scaling. It operates within a unique integrated community designed to foster innovation and collaboration.

Dr. Zybura Ventures logoAccelerator

Dr. Zybura Ventures is an accelerator based in Mannheim, Germany, focused on supporting early-stage companies in the pre-seed and seed funding stages. The organization emphasizes hands-on involvement with founders to validate business ideas and refine models.

Dragon Gateway logoAccelerator

Dragon Gateway is a Hong Kong-based blockchain-focused accelerator and funding portal that supports startups in the blockchain and digital currency sectors. It connects international ventures with Chinese venture capital networks, facilitating investments and partnerships.

Dragon Guild logoAccelerator

Dragon Guild is a learning institution based in Europe that accelerates investors to support transformative technologies and business models. It focuses on fostering the next generation of investors through comprehensive training programs.

Draper University logoAccelerator

Draper University is an educational institution in San Mateo, California, focused on entrepreneurial training and startup development. It provides access to capital through the broader Draper ecosystem, emphasizing experiential learning and mentorship.

Dream Lab logoAccelerator

Dream Lab is a venture builder based in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, focused on transforming entrepreneurial ideas into viable startups through a structured program that combines education, hands-on support, and early-stage funding.

Dream(dri)ven logoAccelerator

Dream(dri)ven is an accelerator based in Neumarkt that focuses on digital innovation, particularly in artificial intelligence and automation. They guide early-stage founders through a structured program to develop sustainable business opportunities.

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