As we wrap up our 2024 Incubator and Accelerator program, we’re filled with immense pride and excitement for our graduating startups. Over the past six months, we have watched each of these companies grow, evolve, and accomplish extraordinary things—culminating in our recent Graduation & Pitch event.
The event brought together local government leaders, potential investors, and tech founders, creating an electric environment filled with ideas, inspiration, and new connections.
The Journey Through Our 2024 Program
Our incubator and accelerator program is designed to take startups through a rigorous and rewarding process, providing them with tools, mentorship, and opportunities to shape their businesses for the future. Each startup in our 2024 cohort engaged in an intensive six-month journey, during which they developed their technologies, accessed our prototyping lab, refined their business models, and learned to navigate essential partnerships with local governments. With the guidance and support of our program instructors and mentors, they also honed their branding and marketing strategies, building a foundation for long-term success.
Our program goes beyond traditional startup support; it’s about empowering founders who bring unique perspectives to tackle today’s most pressing urban challenges. We believe innovation thrives when diverse voices are at the forefront, and we’re committed to equipping new majority founders with the resources they need to make their visions a reality.
Milestones Worth Celebrating
In just six short months, our cohort has already made remarkable strides, and their combined accomplishments are a testament to their dedication and hard work. Together, these startups have:
Secured 15 new customers or pilot partnerships,
Developed 4 new prototypes,
Filed for 5 new patents or IP protections,
Created new job opportunities by hiring 19 employees, and
Raised an impressive $2.5 million in funding to propel their growth.
These milestones are more than just numbers; they reflect the real-world impact and potential of each company. From prototypes that bring innovative solutions to market to new jobs that foster economic growth, each achievement marks a step forward in building sustainable, efficient urban solutions that can transform the way we live and work.
A Special Thanks to Those Who Made It Happen
The success of this program would not be possible without the incredible contributions from our instructors, mentors, and partners. Their expertise and commitment have been invaluable, providing our startups with knowledge and resources that have empowered them to push boundaries and aim higher. Thank you for sharing your expertise, time, and dedication—we couldn’t have done it without you.
We’d also like to extend a special thank you to our esteemed guest speakers who joined us at the Graduation & Pitch event, offering valuable insights and inspiration:
Amy Ford, Executive Director of the City and County of Denver's Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI)
Ann Schmiesing, Interim Chancellor at the University of Colorado Denver
Their presence added a layer of insight and support that truly enriched the experience for our startups and attendees alike.
Congratulations to Our Graduates and Thank You to Our Guest Speakers
To our 10 graduating startups: congratulations on everything you’ve achieved!
Each of you has taken on critical challenges that municipalities and local governments face today, and you’ve made tremendous progress toward a future that’s more sustainable, efficient, and innovative. We can’t wait to follow your journeys and watch your impact unfold in the years to come.
Applications for Our 2025 Program Opening Soon!
If you’re inspired by the success of our graduates and interested in joining our incubator and accelerator program, we’re thrilled to announce that applications for our 2025 program will be opening soon!
This is a FREE program designed to empower new majority founders who are driven to create impactful solutions for our urban challenges. If you’re ready to take your startup to the next level, we invite you to apply and become part of a community that’s shaping the future of cities.
As we celebrate our graduates and look forward to what’s next, we want to thank everyone—our graduates, guest speakers, attendees, mentors, instructors, partners, and volunteers.
Each of you has played an important role in making this program a success, and we’re deeply grateful. Here’s to our amazing graduates and the future leaders of innovation!
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