A 12-week program designed to propel high-growth startups in tech and CPG/retail industries. Whether refining your product, scaling operations, or securing investors, the Next Wave Accelerator is your springboard to success.
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Who is this accelerator designed for?
Founders nationwide who are serious about growth, open to feedback, and ready to level up their business model, storytelling, and capital strategy.
Is the program fully virtual?
The working sessions are virtual. But we start with an in-person orientation and close with an in-person Demo Day. These moments are all about chemistry, connection, and making sure your network grows as fast as your pitch deck.
Do I need to be based in Texas to join?
Nope. You can tune in from anywhere in the U.S. We’ve had founders join from different time zones and still walk away with lifelong connections.
What stage should my company be in?
We’re looking for founders across the U.S. who are actively building, selling, and scaling their companies. Your business should already be in the market with a real product or service in the hands of customers. Tech founders can be pre-revenue, but you must have something live, testable, and being used — whether that’s early adopters, beta users, or an MVP that’s already getting traction.
How much time should I expect to commit each week?
Plan for ~3–5 hours: live sessions, assignments, mentor time, and actual work on your company. It’s designed to challenge you, not burn you out.
What makes Next Wave different from other accelerators?
We’re built specifically to help founders access the knowledge, networks, and capital they’ve historically been shut out of. We focus on practical growth, not jargon. And we back it all with a supportive community that doesn’t gatekeep.
Is there a cost to participate?
Nope. Just your time and commitment.
What happens at Demo Day?
You’ll pitch your company in front of investors, partners, and community leaders.
