This article is sponsored by Arlington Economic Development.
Arlington Economic Development is pleased to support the inaugural Accelerate Breakfast Series, a funding opportunity for Arlington’s startup community.
Hosted by George Mason University (GMU) and Fairfax County and building on the momentum of GMU’s Accelerate Conference (Oct. 23–24, 2024, in Arlington), the Accelerate Breakfast Series will unite entrepreneurs and investors by offering a curated platform for pitch opportunities and expert guidance.
At each event, five high-potential companies will take the stage to present their ventures to a group of early-stage investors. During these presentations, companies will have opportunities to emphasize crucial aspects of their business models, growth trajectories and distinctive value propositions. Companies selected to participate will receive coaching and support from seasoned business leaders to hone their pitches and maximize impact before the actual pitch events.
To qualify for the pitch event and coaching, applying companies must actively seek seed-stage capital ranging from $500,000 to $2 million and be open to accepting investment. Eligible startups must be based in Virginia, Maryland or Washington, D.C.
Applications are open until March 22, 2024. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to showcase your startup. Visit the program landing page for more details and to apply. The first pitch event will be held in McLean, Virginia on April 12 at 7:30 a.m.