The Gener8tor Kenosha Accelerator Program is a free, seven-week accelerator designed for early-stage companies with local roots in Kenosha, Wisconsin. This program is an initiative of gener8tor, a nationally ranked startup accelerator, aligning with its mission to support and foster the growth of promising startups. The program requires no fees or equity from participating companies, emphasizing a commitment to empowering entrepreneurs without financial barriers.
The target beneficiaries are early-stage companies based in Kenosha, Wisconsin, ranging from those with an initial idea to those with significant revenue, primarily post-product and pre-scale. The program prioritizes companies that are committed to growth, dedicating approximately five hours per week to programming and additional time to their business. The impact goal is to significantly advance these companies' growth and investor readiness, thereby contributing to the local economic development of Kenosha.
The program focuses on individualized coaching and mentorship from gener8tor's team, covering company growth and investor readiness. Key priorities include weekly "Lunch & Learns," "Mentor Swarms," and opportunities for investor and accelerator pitches. Additionally, participants receive over $1 million in deals and perks from various vendors, providing substantial resources for their development.
Expected outcomes include participants going on to secure an investment accelerator spot or successfully raising a seed round. Measurable results are implicitly tied to the subsequent investment and growth of the graduating companies. The underlying theory of change is that by providing intensive support, mentorship, and resources, gener8tor can significantly de-risk and accelerate the development of early-stage companies, preparing them for future investment and sustainable growth, and ultimately strengthening local entrepreneurial ecosystems.
