SEEDSPOT

The 2-Day Launch Camp is one of SEED SPOTs core programs. It utilizes customized curriculum, content experts, and mentorship that is industry-specific and aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals to give idea-stage entrepreneurs a unique opportunity to build and launch ventures focused on equality and inclusion; sustainability and smart cities; health and wellness; education; and, civic engagement and policy.

SEED SPOT’s Impact Accelerator program delivers 8 weeks of acceleration via education, mentorship, hands-on tactical feedback from team members, investors, mentors, and network connections. The outcome of the accelerator is to help growing and scaling businesses raise capital, increase revenue, and create jobs. Alumni of the Impact Accelerator pitch at a culminating Accredited Investor Event, and have the opportunity to apply to pitch at future events. “Venture Thursdays” are embedded throughout the Impact Accelerator to prepare entrepreneurs to successfully pitch their ventures at the Accredited Investor Event. Venture Thursdays provide entrepreneurs a safe environment to practice their pitches and receive constructive feedback

The annual Startup Spring Training program provides 3-5 weeks of free workshops, targeted technical assitance, mentorship, and access to catalytic funding to entrepreneurs, 80% of whom will be underrepresented (i.e., LMI, women, BIPOC founders). Alongside critical education and mentorship, Startup Spring Training will deploy $500 participation-based microgrants to underrepresented Arizona founders, and introduce entrepreneurs to a curated network of capital providers that specialize in funding small businesses that may not qualify for traditional loans or venture capital. This microgrant funding is secured through matching funds from local Phoenix-based donors.