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The entertainment industry presents many opportunities for new companies. Investment firms like Thrive Capital have made nearly 400 investments, and Samurai Incubate has backed over 180 startups.
Other groups, like the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, have supported over 100 companies in sectors such as music.
Below is our list of the best 23 Entertainment accelerators and incubators.
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Get the Sheet for $50Thrive Capital partners with entrepreneurs to build and invest in transformative internet and software companies. They have backed some of the world's most innovative technology brands, including Stripe, OpenAI, and Instagram, by providing both capital and hands-on support.
UTA Ventures operates as the venture capital division for United Talent Agency, backing businesses at the crossroads of media, entertainment, and technology. They offer portfolio companies unique access to the agency's vast resources and relationships across the creator economy, sports, and Web3.
RSE Ventures partners with visionary founders to build brands across sports, entertainment, media, and consumer technology. By providing capital and operational expertise, they have helped launch and scale iconic companies including Momofuku and the Drone Racing League.
Samurai Incubate invests in early-stage startups, providing them with hands-on support in management, marketing, sales, and HR. They work with founders across a wide range of industries, from fintech to healthcare, to help them build and scale their companies.
As the tech incubator for Deutsche Telekom, Hubraum connects tech entrepreneurs with the network, capital, and business opportunities of the telecommunications giant. They focus on cutting-edge startups in areas like IoT, AR, and VR, giving them a unique pathway into the corporate ecosystem.
With a vision to make Nashville the premier city for entrepreneurs, the Nashville Entrepreneur Center connects founders to critical resources and a supportive community. They have a particular focus on startups in the region's key industries, including music, entertainment, and healthcare.
Z Nation Lab provides early-stage startups with the capital and expertise needed to bridge the gap between the Indian and US markets. Through its accelerator and seed fund, the firm offers a strong network of experts to help founders build global companies.
As HTC Vive's global accelerator, VIVE X invests in startups pushing the boundaries of virtual and augmented reality. The program provides founders with strategic capital and unparalleled access to the Vive ecosystem to build new applications in entertainment, health tech, and electronics.
Accelerating Asia champions pre-Series A startups across Southeast and South Asia through its early-stage venture capital fund and accelerator. The program equips founders with investment and connects them to a powerful network of mentors and partners to scale their businesses in the region.
Sage Partners operates as a management consulting firm, helping companies in technology and healthcare achieve faster, more profitable growth. They provide direct advisory to CEOs and leadership teams on practical strategies for market entry, pricing, and sales effectiveness.
Beyond our top picks, many other programs are making a difference for entertainment founders. Combined, they have invested in nearly 400 startups in countries from the United States to Indonesia.
These accelerators offer more great options for getting your company off the ground. Here’s a look at the rest of the programs helping founders in this space.
| Accelerator/Incubator | Country | Year Founded | Nº Investments | Nº Exits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2014 | 29 | 2 | |
| Canada | 2016 | 22 | 1 | |
| United States | 2014 | 2 | 1 | |
| Czech Republic | 2017 | 9 | 1 | |
| United States | 2013 | 3 | 1 | |
| United States | 2013 | 6 | 1 | |
| United States | 2017 | 49 | 1 | |
| United States | 2018 | 31 | 1 | |
| Russia | 2018 | 2 | — | |
| Indonesia | 2010 | 10 | — | |
| United States | 2013 | 22 | — | |
| Bulgaria | 2019 | 200 | — | |
| Germany | 2007 | 14 | — |
