[PreMoney SF 2015] Techstars >> "Let It Grow: Doubling Down On Disney & The Rise Of The Vertical Accelerator"

LET IT GROW: THE RISE OF THE VERTICAL ACCELERATOR

Cody Simms

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Los Angeles

Media/Entertainment

Launched 2014

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$45M

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Entertainment Mobility FinTech

Robotics MobileIoT

WearablesFoodTech/Hospitality EdTech

Techstars City Programs Corporate Partner Programs

How Accelerators WorkIntensive 3-month “bootcamp” program divided

into three distinct phases:

Mentor Engagement & Feedback

Guidance on Product & Market Fit

Preparation for Fundraising

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Observations

Stage

Motivations

Familiarity

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Observations

Stage

Motivations

Familiarity

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Observations

Stage

Motivations

Familiarity

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Considerations

Advisory

“Family”

Speed

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Considerations

Advisory

“Family”

Speed

@codysimms

Considerations

Advisory

“Family”

Speed

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