

We are catalysts for entrepreneurial success, benefiting startups by providing essential resources, while offering investors curated opportunities and supporting government and industry objectives through innovation and economic development.
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Our Entrepreneur Support Organization and its accelerator and VC programs play a pivotal role in fostering innovation and economic growth by providing startups with essential resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities. These programs are designed to help early-stage businesses develop and scale, offering structured support that includes business development services, access to capital, and connections to industry experts.
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Benefits to Startups:
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Mentorship and Training: Accelerators offer guidance from experienced entrepreneurs and industry experts, helping startups refine their business models and strategies.
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Access to Capital: Many accelerators facilitate connections with angel investors and venture capital firms, providing critical funding opportunities for startups.
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Networking Opportunities: Participation in an accelerator can quickly introduce startups to a vast network of advisors, partners, and potential customers, accelerating their market entry and growth.
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Benefits to Investors:
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Deal Flow: Accelerators curate and develop a pipeline of vetted startups, offering investors access to promising investment opportunities.
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Reduced Risk: Startups emerging from accelerators have typically undergone rigorous development and mentorship, potentially lowering investment risks.
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Benefits to Government and Industry Users:
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Innovation Advancement: Accelerators drive the commercialization of new technologies, contributing to national competitiveness and addressing societal challenges.​
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Economic Development: By supporting startups, accelerators stimulate job creation and economic growth within communities.​
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Strategic Partnerships: Government agencies and industries can collaborate with accelerators to align emerging technologies with public sector needs and market demands.
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MavenWERX Accelerator Program Overview
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Duration: 15 weeks (weekly 60-minute sessions with 1–2 managers led by Strategy).
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Purpose:
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For Managers: Conduct due diligence, collect materials, and guide startups through updates, submissions, and feedback.
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For Startups: Qualify for investment, gain user feedback, and prepare requests for R&D, banking, and investor funds.
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Tools Used: Google Meets, Google Workspace, Decile Hub (Managers only), Lean Canvas, MOU.
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Eligibility: Scouted or referred candidates only.
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Program Structure
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Chalk 1: Product-Market Fit & Timing (Weeks 1–5)
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Onboarding
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Adoption Risk Assessment
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Lean Canvas Development
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Customer Discovery
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Pitch and Marketing Materials
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Chalk 2: Organizational Planning & Strategy (Weeks 6–10)
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Organizational Assessment
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Licensing & IP Needs
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Channel Partner/Vendor Support Strategy
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Commercial Market Strategy
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Government Market Strategy
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Chalk 3: Financial Modeling & Capitalization Planning (Weeks 11–15)
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Budgets & Projections
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Startup Accounting
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KPI Definitions
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Capitalization Strategy & Structure
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Final Investment Decision
