International Accelerator

What is International Accelerator?

Based in the vibrant city of Austin, Texas, International Accelerator (IA) specializes in driving the success of foreign-born entrepreneurs in the United States. Founded in 2013, the firm acts as both an accelerator and venture capital firm, offering a 12-month comprehensive program tailored to nurture startups at their critical early stages.

International Accelerator specializes in sectors such as Education, Business Solutions, FinTech, Consumer, and Industrials, and places a strong emphasis on providing seed funding, quality mentorship, and essential services that startups need to thrive in the competitive U.S. market.

With a fund that has a minimum investment limit of $30,000 and a maximum of $280,000, IA is poised to fuel the next wave of innovative businesses with the resources and support necessary to make a substantial impact.

Additionally, IA's diverse specialties encompass Seed funding, Early Stage Venture Capital, Angel investments, as well as Accelerator and Incubator programs, demonstrating a versatile investment thesis that is suited for a wide range of startup needs. The fund type aligns with the Venture Capital model, cementing IA's commitment to fostering a robust ecosystem where transformative ideas can flourish.

By leveraging IA's network of global mentors and strategic industry connections, foreign-born entrepreneurs are positioned to successfully navigate the market entry and growth phases, gain access to critical legal and financial expertise, and secure funding to propel their ventures forward.

The IA team is deeply invested in the ethos of empowering entrepreneurs from around the world to plant their roots and achieve their business ambitions in the American landscape.