ACCELERATE
Serving founders since 2013, SCAPE has a proven approach of scaling companies. From product development and marketing, to entity formation and finance, our programming is geared towards growth and scaleability. Companies can expect to be supported by SCAPE's incredible network of mentors, staff, fellow entrepreneurs and community partners - because it really does take a village.
Who Should Apply
Primary focus will be given to ventures with the ability to scale, market and compete outside the local area while remaining headquartered in the region. Special emphasis will also be given to those ventures with traction and overall evidence of customer demand with a realistic plan for achieving growth.
We also have options to help incubate your idea, define the opportunity, and start building traction to prepare you for our program. Inquire with us to see if you're a good fit and head over to our Community Resources for addition ecosystem support.
Programming
SCAPE operates on a customized approach, meeting founders where they are and gathering support where they need it the most. Benefits of our programming include;
• Robust mentor network and staff
• Tools, resources, connections to fit your stage of growth
• Press coverage on SCAPE and partner outlets
• Grant and partner funding opportunities
• Access to national partner orgs like CORI, Hubspot, Sharetribe
You will be responsible for participating in the customized program, doing the homework, showing up to mentor roundtables, and providing the deliverables. Our new program structure will offer more flexibility, but we do expect you to show up (and have fun!).
Still want to learn more about Acceleration? SCAPE Mentor, Jasper Welch, explain “What is a Business Accelerator”
Investment Funds
The SCAPE Investments Funds will look at businesses that are beyond the idea phase and have some traction. Can you demonstrate the following?
• Founder commitment
• Scalable opportunity and job creation
• Market traction
• Third party validation
• Capable team
• Investment will yield results
• Complete due diligence and investment paperwork
If the company is immediately ready for growth, we have options available to fast track to potential investment. The SCAPE Investment Funds can make connections to partner venture funds and investment groups.
Hear from Graduates
"SCAPE was the single most pivotal point of transformation for our organization. We would not be where we are today if it were not for SCAPE!"
— Teal Harbin, Base Medical Founder
“SCAPE has been one of the most impactful resources for our startup—the expertise of their mentors sets them apart. We wouldn’t be here today without them.”
— Kass Kremer, Sasquatch Campers Founder
“Please know that I am extremely happy and grateful for all that the SCAPE team has done for us to get to this point.”