The Premier Accelerator &
Startup Founder Event
The Premier Accelerator &
Startup Founder Event
AI is the
New Fire
- New York
- November 7th
- Center 415
Schedule
Door Open
VIP Breakfast with special guest!
A converstion with our Keynote
About AcceleratorCON
AcceleratorCON is the only conference built for startups and accelerator programs to meet face-to-face. It’s where top early-stage founders connect directly with investors, accelerators, and ecosystem partners. One day, high impact — no fluff.
Expo Booths
Archery
Pitch Stage
Comedy Night
Connecting top accelerators, VCs, and founders driving innovation
Who should attend
Startup Founders
Get Discovered. Get Funded
Accelerators & VCs
Meet investable companies
Government Institutions
Drive economic impact
College & Universities
Unlock real-world opportunities
Past Accelerators
The Draft Experience
The Draft Experience is live startup matchmaking — where accelerators and investors meet their top picks from a curated class of founders. Startups apply, get scouted, and if selected, pitch one-on-one on-site. Think sports draft, but for startups.
Get discovered, get selected, and get in the game. Startups, apply to the draft. VCs and accelerators, join the league.
How the Draft Works
Meet One-on-One (Nov 15)
Founders meet with accelerators and investors at AcceleratorCON for private pitch sessions.Â
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Why attend?
- Access to capital & accelerators
- 1:1 VC meetings
- Networking
- Learning
- Past success stories
Get Your Tickets
Past Speakers
Ankur Nagpal
Founder
Carry
Bea Auther​
Chief Therapy Officer
Together
Emily Davila
Partnership Manager
Oracle NetSuite
Seth Godin
Marketing Strategist & Author
Agenda preview
November 7th
- 8:30 AM
Door Open
- 9:00 - 10:00 AM
VIP Breakfast with special guest!
- 10:00AM -10:30AM
A converstion with our Keynote
Sponsor & Exhibitor Info
Get in the Room Where the Deals Happen.
AcceleratorCON is where top startups, accelerators, VCs, and tech leaders gather to discover what’s next. Put your brand front and center with immersive demos, real-time deal flow, and unmatched access to decision-makers.
Custom partnerships. Targeted visibility. Serious results.
Thinking about sponsorship at AcceleratorCon? Let’s talk.
Our 2025 Sponsors
Testimonials
Press
This Serial Entrepreneur Connects Startups That Need Financing With Business Accelerators That Can Help
Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions?
We have answers
General FAQ
AcceleratorCON is the premier conference for accelerators, startup founders, investors, universities, innovation hubs, and economic development corporations (EDCs) to connect, collaborate, and scale. It’s a curated in-person experience designed to spark new partnerships and real opportunities.
Startup founders, accelerator programs, universities, economic development groups, innovation leaders, and tech ecosystem builders. If you’re focused on growing ventures or funding innovation, AcceleratorCON is for you
ffAcceleratorCON takes place on Thursday, November 14, 2025 at Center 415, 415 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10016.
AcceleratorCON is an in-person only experience designed for deep relationship-building.
All tickets are final sale and non-transferable.
Yes, food will be available for purchase on-site from curated vendors.
We’ll provide a list of recommended nearby hotels on our website. Attendees are responsible for their own lodging.
We’ve created a template letter you can use to request professional development funds from your employer.
The Draft FAQs
The Draft Experience is a one-of-a-kind opportunity where selected startups are matched for private, curated meetings with leading accelerators and VC firms. Founders receive personalized exposure to growth and funding opportunities, and may be scouted for upcoming cohorts or funding rounds. Participation includes a spot in our official Draft Class of 2025, exclusive recognition, and the potential to pitch for national opportunities — including a chance to pitch at the NFL Super Bowl event.
Startups that are tech-enabled, at the pre-seed to Series A stage, and are building scalable solutions
It’s completely free to apply. Just complete the online application by the deadline.
You’ll receive a free ticket to AcceleratorCON and be scheduled for private meetings with accelerator and investor partners looking to recruit or fund startups like yours.
You’ll still be eligible for a discounted ticket to attend AcceleratorCON and gain access to relevant programming, networking, and growth-stage opportunities with accelerators on-site.
- Free ticket to attend AcceleratorCON
- Guaranteed private meetings with VCs and accelerator programs
- Inclusion in the Draft Class of 2025
- Opportunity to pitch for national spotlights (e.g. Super Bowl event)
- Access to exclusive founder perks and decision-maker connections
- Eligibility for potential follow-on interviews and partnerships
You must:
- Be available to attend in person on November 14, 2025
- Complete your application by October 24, 2025
- Meet early-stage tech startup criteria (pre-seed to Series A)
- Submit accurate and timely information
Partner FAQs
Yes! Speaker applications are open. We welcome thought leaders with strong insights into funding, scaling, innovation, and tech ecosystems.
👉 Apply to Speak at AcceleratorCON
Yes, select sessions will be recorded and shared only with Premium and VIP pass holders.
Email esosa@acceleratorcon.com or visit our Sponsor Page to complete an intake form.
Please email hello@acceleratorcon.com for exhibitor inquiries or esosa@acceleratorcon.com for sponsorship partnerships.
Yes. Media professionals can request access by completing the form.
Absolutely. Volunteers play a huge role and get to experience the event for free.
