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Builders + Backers

Builders + Backers is an AI-powered venture studio based in Arlington, Virginia, that supports idea-stage founders in transforming their concepts into viable businesses. It combines human mentorship with AI tools and structured programs to democratize entrepreneurship across diverse backgrounds.

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2020

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Builders + Backers is a venture studio and entrepreneurial support platform that assists idea-stage founders and everyday builders in moving from early concepts to experiments, MVPs, launches, and growth. The organization combines human Builders-in-Residence, an AI-powered entrepreneurial mentorship platform, cohort-based Idea Accelerator programs, and access to non-dilutive Pebble Fund awards for selected participants. It aims to serve first-time and early-stage entrepreneurs, including those outside traditional startup hubs, with a focus on accessibility and support for diverse backgrounds.

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