What You Get
Funding
Value
$20k Seed Funding
Each startup in emerge Xcelerate will receive a $20,000 convertible note to help cover expenses for the duration of the program.
$20,000
Design Support
Value
Kendall College Art & Design Faculty and Students
We leveraged one of the strongest design schools in the Mid West to provide services to our Xcelerator Clients. Companies have access to industrial and graphic design expertise throughout the six month period.
$7,500
Holland Litho
Printing Services
One of the largest paper and printing companies in West Michigan offers printing services to Xcelerate Clients. Clients get free business card, brochure and promotional material printing.
$500
Technology Package
$10,000 in Amazon Web Services Credits (good for 2 years). 12 months of Developer Support.
Industrial & Graphic Design Software
Adobe Master Collection CS6, SOLIDWORKS, Rhino 3D and more.
Value
$10,000
$10,000
Maker Space
Value
The Geek Group
Access to prototyping and machine time at The Geek Group.
$5,000
Human Centered Design
Value
A non-profit, hybrid education and business institution, with a focus on innovation and human-centered design. We created catalysts for change through custom workshops, “unconsulting,” and our 30-week Innovation Methods Certification journey.
$25,000
Legal & Accounting Services
Value
Assistance with company formation, operating agreements, term sheets, intellectual property and other advising services.
$5,000