Helping founders find community and connections
BOC Network's implementation of the Ascend NYC program — a JPMorgan Chase-funded initiative connecting established Bronx-based minority-owned businesses with anchor institution procurement opportunities through a Money, Markets, and Management (3-M) framework.
New York State-funded accelerator that invests $5M annually in 5 seed-stage startups, each receiving $1M in exchange for 5% equity. Companies must relocate CEO and 50% of staff to Buffalo for 12 months. Includes free workspace at Seneca One Tower, mentorship, access to 1,000+ investor network, and quality-of-life programming. Founded 2014; 74 portfolio companies; $1B+ raised by alumni; unicorn (ACV Auctions) and publicly traded companies in portfolio.
Learn more →A cohort-based business growth accelerator in the Bronx for established minority-owned businesses, connecting them with anchor institution procurement opportunities, management education, and access to capital through a Money, Markets, and Management (3-M) model.
Learn more →JPMorgan Chase-funded collaborative that accelerates growth of local inner-city businesses through a holistic Money, Markets and Management (3-M) model. Developed by University of Washington Foster School of Business. Connects businesses to anchor institutions and helps localize supply chains.
Learn more →A social equity incubator and accelerator program launched by Lantern to empower New York entrepreneurs from communities disproportionately impacted by the War on Drugs to build successful cannabis businesses through educational programming, technical services, application assistance, and mentorship.
Learn more →A 9-month fellowship for established Bronx entrepreneurs ($75K+ total sales) providing $15K in non-dilutive funding, personalized coaching, mentorship, and peer mastermind groups to grow sustainable community-focused businesses.
Learn more →9-month fellowship for established Bronx entrepreneurs ($75K+ total sales, 1+ year in business). Fellows receive $15,000 in grant funding, personalized business development training (AI, digital marketing, financial management), 1-on-1 mentorship with M&T Bank advisors, and monthly events at key Bronx/NYC venues. Priority given to Black and Hispanic/Latino entrepreneurs.
Learn more →UB's mentor-driven program for practicing entrepreneurs to grow their business, develop community connections, and receive expert advice. Core program enhances talents of existing entrepreneurs; Allstate MWEE sub-program supports minority and women-led enterprises into advanced stages. Offers Mastery Forum, Family Business, and Key Persons Leadership Development tracks.
Learn more →The CNY/Mohawk Valley Business Growth Accelerator (BGA 3.0) — an 18-month Empire State Development program delivered through the City of Syracuse — provides NYS-certified MWBE firms in Central New York with intensive business training, 1:1 coaching, and technical assistance to compete for construction and semiconductor fab contracts in the region's booming infrastructure market.
Learn more →A 12-18 month accelerator program administered by the City of Syracuse through NYS Empire State Development, strengthening the operational and development capacity of certified MWBE businesses in the construction trades and semiconductor fab industries.
Learn more →11-week Co.Starters cohort-based accelerator helping entrepreneurs validate ideas and build business models. Offered at the Painted Post/Corning area location. Serves the Steuben County region with emphasis on manufacturing, product, and service-based startups.
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