Startup Shaker Competitors

Techstars helps founders scale their startups into world-changing businesses. Founded in 2006, Techstars is on a mission to invest in startups to enable more capital to flow to more entrepreneurs around the world in order to deliver exceptional returns to our investors. We do this by operating accelerator programs and venture capital funds, as well as by connecting startups, investors, corporations, and cities to help build thriving startup communities. Our results show why Techstars is Better for Founders than any other global accelerator: On average, 74.5% of Techstars companies will raise money within 3 years of their program; 18.5% of Techstars portfolio companies have exited 5 years after their program and 31.1% after eight years. (PitchBook June 2023)

accelerate360 is an omni-commerce sales, distribution and logistics, marketing and media company that unlocks growth for retailers and brands at the intersection of culture, content, and commerce. For more than 100 years, with delivery to over 56,000 retail locations weekly, the company's customized solutions have connected people, products, and point of sale with a specialization in General Merchandise, Health, Beauty, and Wellness categories. Headquartered in Atlanta, accelerate360 has offices and fulfillment centers strategically positioned across the United States and is proud to employ more than 1,300 employees.

The Circle by Founders Circle Capital is a private leadership community for growth stage executives that builds a “personal board of directors” around you. Among a trusted collective of peers who are in your same role building companies of the same size and speed as your own, you give and get insights, ideas, support, and answers. Specifically, Circle Members have access to: - CONNECTIONS - Scale your network with access to a private, curated community of fellow high-growth company leaders. Leverage the experience of senior executives and advisors who have led companies from idea to exit and beyond so that you can see around corners and prepare for what’s next. - CONVERSATIONS - Scale your leadership by digging into meaty, of-the-moment topics with your peers in 1:1, small group, and large group formats. The agenda is defined by where everyone wants answers. The discussions are about sharing scar tissue and best practices. - CONTENT - Scale your role with user-generated benchmarking data and resources designed to provide better insights and faster decision making. Our endeavor is to solve the “lonely leader” problem and help you scale yourself so you can scale your company. If you’re interested in joining this one-of-a-kind community, apply here: https://thecircle.founderscircle.com/join-the-circle