Techstars Columbus Powered by The Ohio State University Accelerator 2026

About

This accelerator program offers startups leveraging emerging technologies in sectors like healthcare and energy three months of intensive mentorship, networking opportunities, and potential funding, culminating in a Demo Day for investor exposure.

Benefits

• 🌟Mentorship & Support
  Three months of intensive mentorship-driven support
• 🌐Access to Expertise & Community
  Access to specialized expertise and global community
• 🤝Networking Opportunities
  Opportunities for networking with industry leaders
• 💰Potential Funding
  Potential funding opportunities
• 🎤Demo Day Exposure
  Participation in Demo Day for exposure to investors

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be leveraging emerging technology
• Focused on startups in healthcare, energy, space, manufacturing, and defense
• Must connect with researchers at Ohio State and industry experts in Ohio
• Companies developing solutions for business transformation at scale
• Startups can benefit from Ohio State research and Ohio's industrial base

Participation Commitments

• Must attend all program sessions and events
• Engage in networking activities
• Participate in pitch preparation and fundraising activities
• Commitment to follow-up with investors post-program

Target Region

United States

Target Sector

Healthcare, Energy, Space, Manufacturing, Defense