Successful Santa Cruz Accelerates Companies
Over the years, numerous companies have participated in our Accelerator Program. Here, we highlight those that have achieved significant success.
A new patent-pending process to create chitin foam with a water-based eco-friendly method
$3.4M Seed round funded with Leonardo DiCaprio and Ashton Kutcher
Largest B2C Cannabis Online Marketplace in US
1,000+ dispensaries utilizing Jane Technologies software
Climate FinTech mobile app reshaping impact investing. Raised $460,000 from the New York State Energy Research & Develop Authority, Responsibly Ventures, Central Coast Angels, and the Co-Founder of GoFundMe. As of April 2024, investors have raised $10M for solar projects on Climatize’s app.
All-in-one online services and technology management for restaurants. $150k raised. Processed over $1.98MM in sales for restaurants in the last 90 days alone. Awarded first place at SCW 4th Annual Accelerator Pitch Contest.
VR-Based Physical Therapy Telehealth. Raised $500k+ between Startengine, NSF, and angel investors) Partnerships with Stanford Healthcare, University of Montana Biomechanics Lab, Ready Player Me, Houston Veterans Affairs (VA). Awarded $1m NSF SBIR grant.
Food without plastic packaging. Modern and convenient bulk dispensers for supermarkets, campuses, and online fulfilment.
$2.5 million raised, tons of plastic eliminated!
AI wildfire detection system. Featured on BBC’s T.V. and Radio program, BBC Click.
Creating 3d printed surfboards out of recycled materials. Received first place and People’s Choice Award in Santa Cruz Accelerates 5th Cohort Pitch Contest.
CarbonBridge transforms biowaste-derived methane and carbon-dioxide (CH4, CO2) into versatile methanol (CH3OH). They aim to replace fossil fuels in hard-to-decarbonize sectors like marine, aviation, and heavy transport with their unique, cost-effective methanol, distinguishing themselves from other producers with their low-cost, energy-efficient approach.
EVENRecharge offers cutting-edge EV charging solutions designed to create the preferred charging destination for everyone. They unveiled their new EV solar charging station in California City in June 2024.
EvenRecharge Inc.
Created bulk distribution infrastructure for liquid and cream products Provider of shampoo, conditioner, laundry and soap refills to UC Santa Cruz. 2023 Westly Prize Winner.
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Smart home Internet of Things [IoT] company with a focus on household water usage and response.
Acquired By Resideo
High quality sub-surface oceanographic data and forecasting
Inboard Technology
M1 E-board (skateboard) and G1 Glider (scooter)
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“We wish to express our sincere gratitude for the opportunity to participate in the Santa Cruz Works Accelerator program. Our involvement in the program has been a benefit to MoneyFlow Organization's advancement in several key areas including pitch deck development, value proposition validation, expanding our advisory network, and fundraising readiness. We extend our heartfelt appreciation for the support, knowledge, and connections SCW Accelerator has afforded us. We look forward to building upon these foundations as we continue to grow and evolve as a company.” - Powell Loskamp, Moneyflow, SCA Cohort 5
“I'd like to express my profound gratitude for the unparalleled dedication and mentorship provided throughout the Accelerator program. The insights we gained about presenting, executing effective customer discovery, and the invaluable connections we fostered with fellow entrepreneurs have been transformative. We are eager and well-equipped to elevate SwellCycle to greater heights, and much of that credit goes to the experiences and relationships forged within Startup Space, Startup Science, Innovation Within, and the weekly check-ins. Your program is truly a catalyst for startup success.” - Patricio Guerrero, Swellcycle, SCA Cohort 5