Global Startup Accelerator + Showcase
The eMerge Global Startup Accelerator + Showcase is a remarkable opportunity to take your company to the next level. eMerge provides a unique advantage that’s proven to help your company achieve their goals. We’re thrilled to offer startups the opportunity to debut and share their revolutionary ideas by providing access to resources, investors, curated bootcamps, mentors, and networking opportunities with global enterprises.
startup accelerator + showcase
Who Can Apply?
Calling all changemakers, innovators, and founders: We invite you to apply and join us in shaping the future of tech!
Selected finalists will receive:
- Invitation to pitch at eMerge Americas on March 27+28, 2025 to win hundreds of thousands in investments + prizes
- Inclusion in a 6-week curated virtual program
- A tailored mentorship program
- Networking opportunities with investors and global enterprises
- Access to thriving alumni community to celebrate and grow with
Commercially available product
Company generating consistent revenue (cash flow positive or near positive)
Management team in place
In growth phase
Have raised more than $2M raised
Minimum Viable Product (MVP) produced, a Proof of Concept established, or a commercially available product
Key team in place (minimum of 2 full-time employees)
Paying customers (not cash-flow positive)
No more than $2 million raised in angel or seed capital
Current students from any undergraduate college or university
Minimum Viable Product (MVP) produced
Little or no revenue
industry criteria
Who Are We Looking For?
We are looking for companies that are innovative in their approach and provide a revolutionary solution to an existing issue.
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This year, we are accepting startups into the program that operate in the following industries:
- Aerospace and Defense
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- Blockchain and Web3 Technologies
- Climate Technology and Energy
- Cybersecurity
- Financial Technology
- Frontier Technologies (including Quantum Computing and Robotics)
- Health Technology (including BioTech, Digital Health, Services, Life Sciences, and Medical Devices)
- Semiconductors and Hardware