Top 10 reasons why you should apply to the Scratchpad Accelerator!

Introducing the top 10 reasons why your startup team should apply to the Scratchpad Accelerator!

Expertise: Access to the advisors you need (legal, marketing, organizational, production, etc.) when you need it.
Support: Daily assistance/support from staff who can help you with problem-solving, guidance, and resources.
Mentors: Access to a robust mentor network from diverse industries and backgrounds.
Connections: At weekly Founders’ Dinners, you can learn from your peers and share what you’ve learned with them.
Workspace: We provide everything you need to set up shop: desk space, internet access, conference rooms, and a kitchenette.
Funding: You can apply for up to $25,000 of seed funding to help push your company forward.
Technology: Leverage Microsoft’s BizSpark program, a global program that helps startups succeed by giving free access to Microsoft Azure cloud services, software, and support.
Networking: Expand your personal network through events with mentors, peers, coaches, industry experts, and university resources.
Pitch coaching: We’ll help you plan and prepare an investor’s pitch, give you lots of opportunities to practice, and give you feedback every step of the way.
Demo day: At the end of the accelerator, we’ll pull together a room full of investors and you can pitch your company for possible partners or additional funding.