MassChallenge
MassChallenge is a globally recognized non-profit startup accelerator and competition that strives to support and empower early-stage entrepreneurs who have the potential to make a significant impact in their respective industries. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, MassChallenge was founded in 2009 by Akhil Nigam, Cait Brumme, David Constantine, John Harthorne, and Vijay Sekhara.
Key Info
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Founded Year
2009
Founders
Akhil Nigam, Cait Brumme, David Constantine, John Harthorne, Vijay Sekhara
Number of Investments
3,035
Number of Exits
186
Industries
Finance, Financial Services, Social Entrepreneurship, Social Impact
Number of Portfolio Organizations
2,888
Number of Lead Investments
818
Number of Diversity Investments
437
Number of Exits (IPO)
186
Accelerator Program Type
On-Site
Accelerator Duration (in weeks)
20
Contact Email
Visible Hands
Visible Hands is a startup accelerator and venture capital firm based in Boston, Massachusetts, that offers significant funding and comprehensive support to early-stage companies. With a team led by industry experts Daniel Acheampong, Justin Kang, and Yasmin Cruz Ferrine, Visible Hands has established itself as a prominent player in the startup ecosystem since its inception in 2020.
Key Info
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Founded Year
2020
Founders
Daniel Acheampong, Justin Kang, Yasmin Cruz Ferrine
Number of Investments
19
Industries
Business Development, Financial Services, Venture Capital
Number of Portfolio Organizations
18
Number of Lead Investments
3
Number of Diversity Investments
11
Accelerator Duration (in weeks)
14
Contact Email
LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator
LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator is a Boston-based startup accelerator that provides funding and mentorship to entrepreneurs aiming to revolutionize the field of education. Founded in 2013, it is backed by notable investors and offers various investment options including convertible notes, early stage venture, seed, and venture capital.
Key Info
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Founded Year
2013
Founders
Asad Butt, Jean Hammond, Matthew J. Rubins, Tetyana Astashkina
Number of Investments
79
Number of Exits
9
Investment Stage
Convertible Note, Early Stage Venture, Seed, Venture
Industries
Corporate Training, E-Learning, EdTech, Education, Higher Education, Impact Investing, Secondary Education
Number of Portfolio Organizations
70
Number of Lead Investments
2
Number of Diversity Investments
30
Number of Exits (IPO)
9
Accelerator Duration (in weeks)
11
Contact Email
PharmStars
PharmStars is the first pharma-focused accelerator for digital health startups, driving digital health adoption to improve patient outcomes. They educate and mentor startups seeking engagement with pharmaceutical and biotech firms, supported by committed pharma members eager to collaborate with their graduates.
Key Info
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Founded Year
2021
Number of Investments
33
Number of Exits
1
Investment Stage
Early Stage Venture
Number of Portfolio Organizations
33
Number of Lead Investments
30
Number of Diversity Investments
5
Number of Exits (IPO)
1
Startup Leadership Program
The Startup Leadership Program is a prestigious accelerator that offers a rigorous training program and an extensive network for exceptional founders and innovators, with a focus on fostering lifelong connections. Founded in 2006 in Boston, Massachusetts by Anupendra Sharma and Puran Dang, it has since established itself as a global leader in startup acceleration.
Key Info
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Founded Year
2006
Founders
Anupendra Sharma, Puran Dang
Number of Investments
1
Industries
Information Technology
Number of Portfolio Organizations
1
Contact Email
Sting
Sting is a Stockholm-based startup accelerator that provides support and resources to talented individuals looking to transform their ideas into sustainable businesses. Since its inception in 2002, the accelerator, led by Charlena Radic and Pär Hedberg, has focused on nurturing early-stage startups in the seed stage, helping them navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and fostering their growth.
Key Info
Location
Stockholm, Stockholms Lan, Sweden
Founded Year
2002
Founders
Charlena Radic, Pär Hedberg
Number of Investments
309
Number of Exits
20
Investment Stage
Seed
Industries
Incubators
Number of Portfolio Organizations
298
Number of Lead Investments
162
Number of Diversity Investments
2
Number of Exits (IPO)
20
Accelerator Program Type
On-Site
Accelerator Duration (in weeks)
17
Contact Email
Soaring Startup Circle Venture Partners
Soaring Startup Circle Venture Partners (SSC VP) is a Boston-based startup accelerator founded in 2014 by Boston College alumni, providing seed funding, office space, and mentorship to early-stage startups.
Key Info
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Founded Year
2014
Founders
Peter Bell
Number of Investments
9
Investment Stage
Seed
Industries
Financial Services, Management Consulting, Venture Capital
Number of Portfolio Organizations
8
Richi Entrepreneurs
Richi Entrepreneurs is a three-week startup accelerator program based in Boston, Massachusetts that specializes in connecting startups in the Health and Cleantech industries with exclusive business and funding opportunities. Founded in 2015, it focuses on supporting seed-stage startups.
Key Info
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Founded Year
2015
Investment Stage
Seed
Industries
Biotechnology, Chemical, Clean Energy, CleanTech, Health Care, Life Science, Medical Device, Natural Resources, Renewable Energy
Accelerator Duration (in weeks)
2
Contact Email
AcceliCITY powered by Leading Cities
AcceliCITY powered by Leading Cities is a renowned startup accelerator based in Boston, Massachusetts that has gained recognition as one of the top five Govtech accelerators worldwide, focusing on fostering innovative smart city solutions to address sustainability and resiliency challenges.
Key Info
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Founded Year
2010
Founders
Michael Lake
Number of Investments
227
Number of Exits
11
Industries
Business Development, Clean Energy, Cyber Security, GovTech, Infrastructure, Parking, Smart Building, Smart Cities, Transportation
Number of Portfolio Organizations
211
Number of Lead Investments
1
Number of Diversity Investments
23
Number of Exits (IPO)
11
Accelerator Program Type
Online
Accelerator Duration (in weeks)
9
Contact Email
Phone Number
+1-617-506-3499
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