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eXcellerator
While each cohort may contain a unique combination of stages, generally speaking, an application window will last 4 weeks and selected startups will participate for an additional 12 weeks until graduation.
SVX is a virtual eXcellerator; allowing startups to participate fully from any connected device, anywhere. Selected participants will receive all instructions, notifications, and feedback via email and will submit all curated requirements via webforms. Each sequential requirement will be allocated a certain number of days with a specific due date; allowing startups the flexibility to complete each task when most convenient.
No ... none. Selected cohort participants work exclusively on preparing and optimizing their own business plans using a structured, 16 section executive summary format. The actionable feedback received throughout the eXcellerator is specific to each startup.
Ecosystems
Each SVX Ecosystem is defined by a specific characteristic that defines and restricts participation to a qualified set of startups. For example, Veterans Startup Network is limited to startups with U.S. Military Veterans founders.
The defining characteristic can be a particular affinity group, geo-political territory, or other criteria sufficient in scope to support 500-1,000 eXcellerator participants per year.
Veterans Startup Network (VSN) - launching in 2026
Women's Startup Network (WSN) - launching in 2026
Universal Startup Network (USN) - available in 2026
Yes - Additional Ecosystems will be added based on interest, opportunity and sponsor support. We are open to input and inquiries going forward.
Startups
Each cohort may have a modest application fee that will be listed in the cohort description. This fee provides access to the cohort application but does not guarantee selection for cohort participation. Regardless of submission or selection, application fees are non-refundable.
We accept startups from Pre-Seed through Early Stage of development. That means from Ideation though Series A.
SVX is industry agnostic and welcomes startups from every industry. That said, two of the main screening criteria are suitability and scalability. Local-only businesses, real estate, or media projects are not considered suitable. Each startup must also have the potential to exceed a 10x+ ROI within a few years time.
Investors
Yes - Investor Members pay an annual membership fee. The number of Investor Members per ecosystem will be limited based on the number of number of participating startups in a given Startup Venture Ecosystem.
Investor members receive early access to SVX startups and help guide the evolution of the eXcellerator program via investor survey submissions.
Investor members will receive priority participation in any future syndication or general fund raise.
Sponsors
We generally have two levels of sponsorships: Ecosystem and Program. Unless otherwise stated, all sponsorships last for 12 consecutive months.
Yes - Ecosystem sponsors are limited to a maximum of 8 per Startup Venture Ecosystem. Each Programs offer three tiers of sponsorship: Silver = 10 max; Gold = 4 max; Platinum = 2 max. Existing sponsors always have a first option to renew.
Price per sponsorship varies with level and tier selected. All Program sponsorships are based on number of startup scholarships being offered. Contact us for details.
Collaborators
While we are open to any and all kinds of collaboration, we are always looking for Program Managers (who secure sponsors and advisors for a specific SVX program), Consultants (who provide feedback to participating SVX startups), and Partners (who contract to use SVX for their own dedicated program or ecosystem).
Program Managers receive a generous percentage of all sponsorship revenues they secure. They are also bonus eligible based on annual performance thresholds for their assigned program.
Consultants are paid per completed assignment (feedback report) according to their experience level.
Program Managers and Consultants are engaged as independent contractors.
Partners will likewise enter into a service agreement with SVI defining mutual rights, commitments, and responsibilities.
SVI provides offers all collaborators comprehensive training and access to systems designed to optimize efficiency and maximize results.
Support & Contact
All inquiries, including technical support issues, should be submitted via the Contact link below.
Each inquiry received will be responded to, via email, as soon as possible.