Join the OnRamp Education & Workforce Innovation Accelerator powered by gener8tor, ECMC Group, and ECMC Foundation as we invest $100K in five high-growth startups per year working at the forefront of education & worforce innovation.
About the Program
Each year, the OnRamp Education & Workforce Innovation Accelerator, with ECMC Group and ECMC Foundation, invests in five education & workforce startups that participate in a three-month, concierge accelerator program. Each startup receives a cash investment of $100,000, office space in Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota and access to gener8tor, ECMC Group and ECMC Foundation's global network of mentors and investors.
$100K cash investment directly into your current round (if raising) or uncapped convertible bridge note to be converted into your next round (if not currently raising). This accelerator does not take a predetermined amount of equity upfront.
$100k into your high-growth education or workforce startup!
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Investment
$100K cash investment directly into your current round (if raising) or uncapped convertible bridge note to be converted into your next round (if not currently raising).
OnRamp Education & Workforce Innovation Conference
The OnRamp Education Conference brings together the education & workforce industry’s leading corporations, investors and startups. The conference highlights innovations disrupting the industry, the leaders making such innovations possible and how new technologies and business models will reinvent the industry.
Co-working Space
Free co-working space in Minneapolis-St.Paul. This accelerator is a hybrid program with the majority of programming taking place virtually.
Mentorship, Coaching & One-on-One Meetings
12 weeks of individualized coaching and support from gener8tor, ECMC Group, and ECMC Foundation teams in addition to introductions to serial entrepreneurs, industry experts and investors.
$1M+ in Deals & Perks
As a member of the Global Accelerator Network gain access to valuable deals and perks from vendors like IBM Cloud, Rackspace, Amazon, PayPal, Zendesk and Microsoft.
Exclusive Showcase
Exclusive Showcase reception during which participating companies have the opportunity to pitch to 500+ OnRamp Education & Workforce Innovation Conference attendees.
Meet OnRamp Education & Workforce Innovation Accelerator Alumni
What We’re Looking For
Applications are welcome from education & workforce startups who are looking to innovate within the edtech and workforce industry and seeking advice and guidance from leading organizations like ECMC Group. We accept startups headquartered globally and ranging from pre-seed to series A.
Company Focus
We are looking to invest in education & workforce companies that can transform the industry.
Partnership
Our partners at ECMC Group and ECMC Foundation are targeting startups for POCs, customer/vendor relationships, strategic partnerships or follow-on investment. Both organizations are highly involved throughout the program and looking forward to providing mentorship and building strong relationships with the founders.
Can We Help?
Based on our expertise in sales, marketing, go-to-market, strategy and fundraising, we select startups that are primed for growth. If you are at a point where our network, resources and expertise can scale your impact, we urge you to apply.
Scalable Business Model
We focus on startups that have the opportunity for significant and scalable economic impact. If you are generating revenue or have a clear path toward greater adoption, we urge you to apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have more questions about our program? Browse our most frequently asked questions and answers here.
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Education & workforce startups headquartered anywhere in the world.
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No relocation required.
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This program is hybrid, with most in-person events taking place in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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$100K cash investment directly into your current round (if raising) or uncapped convertible bridge note to be converted into your next round (if not currently raising).
Meet Our Team
Want to chat with someone on our team? Sign up for office hours for a 20-minute meeting to discuss the program.
Danny Bolling
Program Manager,
OnRamp Education & Workforce Innovation Accelerator
THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS
More Information
Learn more about our mission, meet our program alumni and explore how to become a Mentor.
Let’s Talk!
We’ll answer questions, tell you more about the program or listen to your pitch during a 15-min office hours visit.
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