Accelerators and incubators are essential for helping new startups take flight.
New entrepreneurs looking to transform their great business idea into a successful and sustainable business sometimes don’t have the experience or connections to make that happen on their own.
The staff of an accelerator or incubator can help by providing support, space, mentorship, connections and more.
To help you out, we've compiled a list of 5 accelerators and incubators from Kansas City.
5 Accelerators and Incubators in Kansas City
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Kauffman puts his money into groups that help remove obstacles to economic success.
Details of the startup:
- Started in: 1960
- Founders: Ewing Marion Kauffman
- Industries: Industry Agnostic
- Number of investments: 17
- Number of exits: 3
You can find their website here.
2) Digital Sandbox KC
Digital Sandbox KC provides proof-of-concept resources to support early-stage commercialization processes including access to technology, business and market experts and funding for early stage market validation, prototyping and beta testing services.
Details of the startup:
- Started in: 2003
- Industries: Technology
- Number of investments: 05
You can find their website here.
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3) WaterEquity
WaterEquity is the first asset manager whose only goal is to solve the global water and sanitation crisis.
Details of the startup:
- Started in: 2017
- Founders: Gary White
- Industries: WaterTech
- Number of investments: 01
You can find their website here.
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4) Betablox
Betablox helps startups in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Kansas City build the foundations of their empires when they are in their early stages.
Details of the startup:
- Industries: Technology, Food, Ecommerce
You can find their website here.
5) OneKC for Women
OneKC for Women is an umbrella alliance that brings together numerous organizations, including the Women's Employment Network, the Women's Business Center, and the Women's Capital Connection.
Details of the startup:
- Industries: Industry Agnostic
You can find their website here.