The TIA Summer Accelerator propels the growth of exceptional Colgate startups and helps them reach viability.
Awardees receive up to $10,000 in non-dilutive grant funding, along with workspace and housing in Hamilton, N.Y., for the duration of the accelerator program. Teams grow their ventures with a group like-minded entrepreneurs at similar stages, sharing best practices while benefiting from exclusive access to our expansive network of mentors, experts, and advisors.
52
teams to date; 11 cohorts
125+
full-time jobs created and currently filled
57%
of ventures still operating or acquired
$657K
seed-granted capital awarded
$30M+
follow-on investment capital raised since participating
3,100+
hours donated by mentors
Three Summer Accelerator Teams Featured on 2020 Forbes 30 Under 30
Campus Reel, Chicory, and Fair Harbor—all past TIA Summer Accelerator participants—were featured on the 2020 Forbes 30 under 30 list.
If you have a startup idea that you are serious about bringing to life, you must apply for the TIA Summer Accelerator. The resources provided for an early stage startup are vital and could be difference between being able to make it happen or letting an idea sit on a shelf. It certainly made the difference for indify.
