a16z Speedrun Accelerator 2026

About

A 12-week accelerator program designed for early-stage startups, providing substantial funding, mentorship from industry leaders, and access to a vast network of companies and investors. Participants will engage in expert-led sessions, receive tech credits, and showcase their progress at a high-profile Demo Day.

Benefits

• 💰Financial Investment
  Up to $1M investment ($500K upfront + $500K reserved for future rounds)
• 🎓Tech Credits
  $5M+ in tech credits from partners like AWS, GCP, OpenAI, Azure, NVIDIA, etc.
• 🌐Network Access
  Access to a global network of 2,000+ companies
• 🎤Mentorship
  Mentorship from top operators, founders, and investors
• 📈Demo Day
  High-profile Demo Day with 1,000+ early-stage investors.

Eligibility Criteria

• Founders from any country can apply
• Open to both solo founders and teams
• Must demonstrate a strong ability to build
• No specific idea required to apply
• Must be an early-stage startup.

Participation Commitments

• Must attend a 12-week program from July 27 to October 11, 2026
• In-person attendance required in San Francisco
• Regular check-ins and one-on-one office hours are mandatory
• Participation in Demo Day to showcase progress is required
• Must engage in expert-led sessions and workshops.

Target Region

Global

Target Sector

All sectors