Business Accelerators

Help get your business off the ground

Bunker Labs
Bunker Labs – a 501(c)(3) non-profit – is a national network of veteran entrepreneurs dedicated to helping new veteran entrepreneurs start their own businesses.

CED GRO
The Council for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) GRO offers an online incubator program aimed at high-growth, high-impact companies looking to grow their venture through valuable programming and coaching.

First Flight Ventures
First Flight Venture Center supports the launch of bioscience, life science, medical device, and information technology companies by providing the tailored resources, guidance, and connections required for sustained commercial success.  

FYSO Accelerator
Figure Your Sh*t Out (FYSO) is the first accelerator program for mission-driven founders that focuses on creating a safe space to test their big ideas, hone their business models, and figure their sh*t out, in community.

LaunchRALEIGH
LaunchRALEIGH strives to develop successful entrepreneurs who have limited access to financial and business resources. Its network of local partners in Raleigh provides a broad network of support and resources for entrepreneurs.

NC State Acceleration Fund
The NC State Acceleration Fund is designed to accelerate economic development by increasing the propensity of new ventures to survive and grow through equity-free grants. Acceleration grants provide up to $50,000 and pro bono support services to entrepreneurs who complete the Andrews Launch Accelerator.

RIoT Labs
RIoT Labs is a hardware, wireless and software prototyping lab with all the tools for full-stack IoT prototyping. In addition, RIoT Labs also connects entrepreneurs to our industry, government and university network through regular Lunch and Learns, Educational programming and co-located office space. In addition to their lab, RIoT also has an accelerator program.

Contact

 

Strategy and Innovation
919-996-3070
heather.mcdougall@raleighnc.gov

Address
One Exchange Plaza
Suite 727
Raleigh, NC 27601

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