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Techstars

Empowering entrepreneurs through mentorship and investment.

Founded
2006
Scout programs documented
6
Open for applications
1
Domain
techstars.com

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Techstars is a global mentorship-driven accelerator that invests in early-stage startups across various sectors. Founded in 2006, it operates programs in over 150 countries and has supported thousands of companies, including notable unicorns.

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AngelPad is a selective seed-stage startup accelerator founded in 2010 by Thomas Korte and Carine Magescas, with locations in San Francisco and New York City. The program focuses on nurturing early-stage tech companies through intensive mentorship, funding guidance, and networking opportunities. Since its inception, AngelPad has launched over 150 companies, consistently earning the top ranking among U.S. accelerators in MIT's Seed Accelerator Rankings Project since 2015. Portfolio companies have raised over $2.2 billion in total funding, averaging $14 million per company. The accelerator runs biannual cohorts, selecting about 20 teams from approximately 4,000 applicants every six months for a 10-week mentorship program. Key services include personalized mentorship from founders and industry experts, funding guidance, and support for investor pitches. AngelPad emphasizes hands-on coaching and maintains small cohorts to provide tailored attention. Its portfolio includes notable alumni such as Postmates, Pipedrive, and Cruise Automation, showcasing a strong track record in fostering scalable tech innovations across various sectors.

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What does Techstars invest in?
Empowering entrepreneurs through mentorship and investment.
Does Techstars have a scout program?
Superscout documents 6 programs connected to Techstars.
Is Techstars accepting applications?
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