Description
The THRIVE Global Accelerator program is a 12 week award-winning program designed specifically to support seed through series A companies, preparing them for growth and scalability. Supporting companies across the agrifood value chain, the THRIVE Global Accelerator places a strong emphasis on companies creating a sustainable future through innovation.
Who should apply
The THRIVE Global Accelerator program is specifically designed to support Seed to Series A stage companies.
The THRIVE Accelerator program is specifically designed to support Seed to Series A stage companies. At this stage, companies are past ideation and are at least in the pre-minimum viable product, prototype in beta or product in market (paying customers) growth stages. This program benefits companies looking to attract both national and international customers.
THRIVE has other programs to support earlier stage companies such as the THRIVE Academy and Venture Studio.
Timeline
Applications Open September 5th, 2023
Applications Close November 10. 2023
Interviews January 2024
Cohort Finalized February 2024
silicon Valley Week (in person) March 2024
Virtual Program March - June 2024
Demo Day (in person) Summer 2024
Accelerator Benefits
Through the THRIVE Accelerator you'll receive the tools and support
to build a company foundation for scalable growth
ACCESS TO CORPORATES: We will connect you with Corporate Partners from our high profile network, for technology validation, adoption and potential investment opportunities.
ACCESS TO FARMERS: Through our extensive partner network inclusive of farmers, growers, and agriculture partners, we provide startups with opportunities to conduct active field trials.
INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES: THRIVE will connect you to corporate partners and investors from our network who may pursue investment. Following completion of the program, THRIVE will offer investment to select companies.
AWARD-WINNING PROGRAM: Participation in our award-winning program will validate your startup to potential investors and give you access to THRIVE’s ecosystem, network, customers, and investment in addition to significant perks from network partners IBM, Stripe, Hubspot, Zendesk, AWS, Zenefits and Carta.
EXPERT MENTORSHIP: You will have access to expert mentors and advisors as well as access to our extensive global entrepreneur network.
BRAND EXPOSURE: You will receive a multitude of brand exposure opportunities through THRIVE’s extensive global network, press and media.
COLLABORATION OPPORTUNITIES: You will have opportunities to meet, collaborate and network with fellow Agri-Food Tech founders from across the world through our, virtual workshops, and in person at our Seed Camp and Demo Days!
ONLINE RESOURCE PORTAL: You will have access to a comprehensive portal of online resources and e-learning materials to support you throughout the program
Find application form here