Tech+

Program Overview

Pre-Accelerator: Launch Ready Bootcamp

Our Entrepreneurial Bootcamp helps early-stage founders validate their ideas and develop a solid business foundation. Through hands-on workshops and guidance, participants learn essential startup skills such as market research, idea validation, lean startup methods, and pitch preparation, setting them up for success in the full accelerator program.

Accelerator: Growth Accelerator Program

The Growth Accelerator Program is an intensive journey designed to rapidly scale startups. Founders receive seed funding, guidance, access to resources, and network opportunities. The program culminates in Demo Day, where startups pitch to investors for future growth.

Post-Accelerator: Continuous Growth & Support

Our Continuous Growth & Support phase offers ongoing guidance, operational assistance, fundraising guidance, and access to alumni networks and partnerships. This ensures that startups are set up for long-term success and impact beyond the accelerator.

Mission

At the Tech+ Accelerator, our mission is to empower entrepreneurs and innovators to build ethical, values-driven technology solutions that make a positive impact on society. We provide guidance, resources, and funding to help startups grow while aligning with principles of integrity, social responsibility, and human dignity, ensuring that technology serves the common good and uplifts communities globally.

Vision

Our vision is to be a global leader in supporting ethical, mission-driven technology startups that prioritize the common good. We envision a future where technology is harnessed to foster positive social impact, uphold human dignity, and promote responsible innovation. By nurturing startups that align with these principles, we aim to create a more just, compassionate, and sustainable world, where technology serves humanity’s highest values and deepest needs.

Benefits

1
Guidance & Industry Connections
Connect with a vast network of experienced advisors, industry experts, and investors who will provide personalized guidance, helping you tackle challenges and accelerate your startup’s growth.
2
CIC Cambridge Office Access & Perks
Gain access to CIC Cambridge, a world-class innovation hub, where you can work alongside industry leaders and fellow entrepreneurs. Enjoy CIC perks like exclusive events, workshops, and discounts on key business services, including legal and marketing tools, to help your startup grow efficiently.
3
Dedicated Campus Office Space
Your team will have access to dedicated office space at our Rome campus.
4
On-Campus Housing During Accelerator
Stay on-site with on-campus housing at our Rome campus during the accelerator. You will also receive $500/month in stipend.
5
Software Tools
We provide essential software tools to streamline your operations, including platforms for project management, marketing automation, and product development, ensuring your startup can scale effectively.
6
Legal Services
Benefit from expert legal services that cover incorporation, intellectual property, contracts, and compliance.
7
Networking & Investor Access
Throughout the program, you will have multiple opportunities to connect with investors and strategic partners, culminating in Demo Day, where you’ll pitch to a curated audience of investors looking to support ethical, mission-driven startups.

Application

Applications for the 2025 Cohort open March 1, 2025 and close April 1, 2025.

Don’t miss the opportunity to join the Tech+ Accelerator and take your ethical, mission-driven startup to the next level. Stay tuned for more details on how to apply, and get ready to access world-class guidance, resources, and support to help your venture grow and make a lasting impact.