Betaspring is a mentorship-driven startup accelerator program for technology and design entrepreneurs who are ready to launch a company and change the world. Apply by 6/12 for our fall session, which begins on 8/26.
11.20.12
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mwithers
Jerry the Bear got the Hollywood treatment this week as Jerry's makers, Sproutel, launched a compelling video showing the powerful impact products like Jerry can have on children with chronic diseases. If you know the greater Betaspring family, you'll enjoy the cameo from Angelo Pitassi, CEO of Betaspring alum HealthID Profile and his son, Angelo Jr. The Pitassi family was one of the early testers and Angelo Jr was an important souce of insights as Sproutel CEO Aaron Horowitz and Chief Design Officer Hannah Chung designed and tested dozens of prototypes.
Jerry and his makers have been on a roll and the team is jazzed to begin production of the first official "run" of Jerry bears this month. A few weeks ago. Sproutel won the Patients 2.0 Shark Tank competition at the annual Health2.0 conference in califormia and the good news for Sproutel just keeps coming!
Watch the...
11.19.12
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mwithers
Accelerators look similar on paper. But talk to founders and you'll learn quick that no two are the same. So what's our secret sauce?
Betaspring is focused on high growth, technology driven startups. We use a 12-week, full immersion model, providing our companies with $12-$20K in seed capital, intense mentorship and workspace in an active startup community.
Since 2009 Betaspring has accelerated 57 companies. Our companies have raised $20M in follow on funding and we had our first major acquisition in early 2012.
Our year round program is run by full time staff. We have two sessions per year, one in spring and one in fall. Even when we are not in active session, betaspring is working with our alumni, recruiting companies and building our network. Being focused on our companies 12 months a year allows us to customize our services and find the right resources for each company.
We've...
11.19.12
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mwithers
Early Application deadline for Betaspring's Spring 2013 session is midnight November 20 (PST). Companies applying by the early registration deadline are eligible for an on-site, half day visit to Betaspring on December 6 that includes an in-person interview, the opportunity to talk with Betaspring alumni, and face time with the Betaspring team, as well presentations from a few special guests. Final applications are due December 5. APPLY.
Twice a year, entrepreneurial teams from around the country come to Providence for Betaspring’s intensive 12-week accelerator. Our full-immersion program, which runs in Spring and Fall, enables teams with a strong start on a high-growth venture to rapidly transform into fundable, scalable companies. Read our FAQ.
Throughout the program, startups develop and refine their product, launch it to their target customer groups, and test...
11.18.12
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atear
Our Fall '12 Launch Day was one of the best yet, with 13 companies presenting to a sold out crowd from across New England and beyond. If you missed it or just want to re-live the magic, videos for each company are below. Congratulations to all the teams who gave great presentations that night!
Don't forget that applications are now being accepted for our Spring 2013 session. Early applications are due by Nov 20. final apps are due Dec 5. Read more about Betaspring's Secret Sauce, catch up with an alumni update, or learn more about our upcoming session.
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11.13.12
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mwithers
With 57 companies in our portfolio, it can be hard to keep up with all the news. Here's an update on a few Betaspring companies who are moving forward fast.
Autobike, TouchVu and WorldBrain Features in Boston Sunday GlobeCongrats to three of our alum for getting special notice from reporter Scott Kirsner, who included the three in a weekend column focused on the top 10 companies coming out of the Fall season's accelerators.
Rootless Features on CBS National NewsRootless.me received a well-deserved shout-put from CBS National News this week for their work using the Rootless ridesharing platform to help those affected by Super Storm Sandy.
AutoBikeLess than 10 hours after crushing it at Betaspring's Fall Launch Day, AutoBike landed in Michigan to take home 1st prize and a $10K check in the UMICH startup event.
TranslateAbroadHuge congrats to TranslateAbroad, who were among the...
11.08.12
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mwithers
Did you know that Betaspring has accelerated more physical products/physical technology companies than any other accelerator? Providence is a great place to make stuff and our mentors understand the challenges of building a physical product and bringing it to market. So if you have a phystech company and you are ready to do in 12 weeks what might take you 12 months on your own, apply for our 2013 Spring Session.
Betaspring has the network of mentors and resources to sustain a dedicated track for physical technology companies. Accelerating physical technology companies is a great fit for Betaspring, with Providence providing us with a strong community of makers, DIY technologists, and "maker" orgs. (Then there is this whole thing about us passionately believing that makers can drive the next industrial revolution).
Betaspring is encouraging physical technologists and serious...
11.08.12
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mwithers
13 companies will present to a sold out audience in New England today as the Rhode Island / Boston community celebrates the wrap of Betaspring's 5th accelerator session. Completion of the Fall session brings Betaspring's tally to 57 technology-driven startups, a cohort that has raised $20M in follow-on funding.
Earlier this week, the companies took our investor 'sneak peek day' by storm, with several of the teams locking into promising relationships with angel investors and VCs from across the region.
You can read a preview of the companies presenting at Launch Day in the Boston Globe or see the list of who's on deck to attend tonight's soiree here.
Fall 2012 Companies
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11.08.12
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mwithers
We were lucky to have the Boston Globe's Scott Kirsner in the house this week to preview the 13 companies that will be presenting at Launch Day. Scott spent some time with us in Providence, watching pitches and joining in for Providence Startup Drinks later that night.
Scott has been covering the New England tech scene for more than a decade and it's always fun to have in Providence for a night. His observations and reporting on this Fall's companies is interesting and he makes a few bets on what some ideas might hit it big. Thanks, Scott.
Read it now.
10.23.12
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mwithers
Damn. The Betaspring team looks scared. Or excited. Or drunk. Hard to tell. Help us caption this photo. Winner gets a Betaspring tee-shirt and a ticket to our November 8 Launch Day!
10.22.12
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mwithers
There are many uncertainties when you are running a startup. But if you are considering an accelerator, there is one thing you can be certain about: You can't get in if you don't apply. So, if you have a startup that's ready to do in 12 weeks what might take 12 months on your own, apply for Betaspring's Spring 2013 accelerator, which kicks off on February 11.
Early application deadline is November 20, final applications due December 7. Apply here.
Twice a year, entrepreneurial teams from around the country come to Providence for Betaspring’s intensive 12-week accelerator. Our full-immersion program, which runs in Spring and Fall, enables teams with a strong start on a high-growth venture to rapidly transform into fundable, scalable companies. Read our FAQ.
Throughout the program, startups develop and refine their product, launch it to their target customer groups, and test...