Jones and Foster Accelerator (Univeristy of WA)
Jones and Foster Accelerator (Univeristy of WA) offers mentoring and funding to early-stage, student-led companies on their first six months.
It is one of the top 10 entrepreneurship program in the United States, offering students the best preparation, experiences, and network for their successful careers as entrepreneurs. We reach across campus to engage students in our classes, programs, and activities, and spin out 10 to 20 new student-led companies each year.
The program provides workshops on a variety of topics relevant to the companies in the program (raising money, developing customers, strategic thinking/planning, business sustainability, etc.). Also, they offers an access to a new fund to assist with early-stage expenses (up to $1,000 per startup team), connections to the Seattle entrepreneurial community, and up to $25,000 in follow-on funding (if milestones are meet.
7 past transactions
Sphere
Grant in 2022
Sphere (formerly Reclaim) is the first ad blocker designed specifically for networks, allowing carriers and ISPs to sell ad-light experiences to their customers through our proprietary ad-filtering technology.
Just Right Bite
Grant in 2022
Just Right Bite is a producer of insect-based dog treats that aims to minimize environmental impact while providing healthy options for dogs. By replacing traditional animal protein with insect protein, the company offers handcrafted treats that serve as a sustainable alternative in the pet food market. This innovative approach not only caters to the growing demand for eco-friendly products but also enables pet owners to reduce their dogs' carbon footprints. Just Right Bite is dedicated to delivering high-quality products with a low environmental cost, effectively changing the landscape of pet treats.
Ultropia
Grant in 2022
Ultropia is a developer of innovative ultrasonic washer-dryer technology aimed at creating a more sustainable and accessible laundry solution. The company's product utilizes ultrasonic technology to enhance the cleaning and drying processes, offering improved efficiency compared to traditional appliances. By employing atomization, Ultropia's system can distill and reuse water, minimizing resource consumption. The ultrasonic cleaning method allows for gentler treatment of various fabrics, making it suitable for delicate and complex items such as electronics, watches, and jewelry. This approach not only promotes sustainability but also reduces the infrastructure requirements for laundry facilities, thereby increasing accessibility for users.
Redesign Products
Grant in 2022
Redesign Products is pleased to introduce ReDesign Preworkout: the only stick pack pre-workout that allows gyms to sell single servings to customers over the counter.
CathConnect
Grant in 2022
CathConnect is a medical device company focused on enhancing the safety of indwelling urinary catheters. The company has developed a patent-pending device that aims to prevent traumatic removal of these catheters by disconnecting before trauma occurs. This innovative approach allows for seamless continued use of the catheter, providing peace of mind to both patients and caregivers. By addressing a critical issue in healthcare settings, CathConnect contributes to improving patient safety and overall care in hospitals and other medical environments.
DevMatch
Grant in 2022
DevMatch is a platform focused on hiring software engineers through tailored technical assessments. It enables recruiters and hiring managers to design and administer assessments that closely mirror actual work scenarios. By providing relevant interview questions, DevMatch allows candidates to experience real-world job conditions while giving companies valuable insights into their skills. The platform serves as an evolution of traditional competitive programming and talent assessment tools, bridging the gap between coding interviews and the coding tasks performed on the job. This approach helps employers enhance their hiring efficiency by focusing on candidates who have demonstrated the necessary applicable skills.
XpressiveTech
Grant in 2022
XpressiveTech is a biotechnology startup developing a pain communication platform. This platform comprises a wearable device and a mobile application, which together capture and analyze pain data in real-time. Key features include tracking pain location and intensity, enabling clinicians to create personalized treatment plans based on objective insights and monitor progress over time. The company's innovative approach aims to revolutionize how pain is understood and managed.
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