gener8tor

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gener8tor runs a nationally-distributed network of accelerator programs investing in and supporting high-growth startups across multiple verticals including sustainability, insurance & wealth, agriculture, healthcare, manufacturing, and education & workforce, while also supporting creative professionals and career seekers through skills training.

Check Size

$50K - $250K

Stages

Pre Seed, Seed, Series A, Growth

Focus Areas

Fintech, Payments, Insurtech

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Investment Thesis

gener8tor operates on a community-driven acceleration model focused on catalyzing connection, mentorship, network, conviction and capital to bridge communities’ genius with opportunity. They believe in running accelerators that serve multiple constituencies—startups, creatives, job seekers, corporations, and investors—through tailored programs that create wealth and jobs while solving critical challenges across industries. Their approach emphasizes concierge-style support with small cohorts (5-6 companies) receiving hands-on attention from their full team and extensive network.

What Sets Them Apart

Concierge accelerator model with only 5-6 companies per cohort enabling dedicated support from entire team and network
Multi-stakeholder approach serving startups, creatives, corporations, and job seekers through specialized programs beyond traditional venture acceleration
Geographic distribution with 46 communities served and deep local market expertise across regions
Significant capital deployment: $1.9B+ raised by alumni, 8,300+ jobs created, 430+ accelerators run, 2,100+ startups supported
Industry-specific expertise programs (sustainability, agtech, fintech, insurtech) with deep sector knowledge and strategic partnerships
Free accelerator programs (gALPHA, gBETA, SPARK) enabling wealth creation for startups without capital requirements
Workforce development focus through gener8tor Skills with 3,500+ participants, 87% graduation rate, 63% job placement rate
Support for underrepresented founders through programs like Northwestern Mutual Accelerator and women founder initiatives
Creative economy focus recognizing artists as entrepreneurs through gener8tor Art and gener8tor Music programs