PRESS RELEASE: reSET Announces 2019 Impact Accelerator Cohort

Sami Jensen • Jan 31, 2019

HARTFORD, JANUARY 31, 2019 – reSET, a non-profit organization supporting entrepreneurs, today announced the 15 startups that have been accepted into and will be participating in their 2019 Impact Accelerator.

Tailored for impact driven businesses but available to early-stage ventures across all industries, the Impact Accelerator was a winner of the U.S. Small Business Administration Growth Accelerator Competition, and was the only Connecticut accelerator to receive the award in 2015. reSET’s program has graduated 98 businesses to date and recent participants have experienced much success, including competitor acquisition, venture capital investment, and nationwide sales and recognition.

The companies include:

 

Meet the Cohort!

Meet the cohort in person on Wednesday, February 13 at the 2019 Impact Accelerator Kick-Off Party! Hear them each give 60-second pitches about their businesses, network with fellow entrepreneurs and social impact supporters, and enjoy complimentary food and beverages. Reserve your spot today !

About the Impact Accelerator

Running from February through June, the program will provide entrepreneurs with access to the knowledge and resources they need to grow their businesses and impact. Over the course of four weekend summits, accelerator participants will be connected to customers and industry-specific mentors. They will also have access to:

  • 15+ optional workshops covering a range of topics in business and social enterprise;
  • Numerous structured and unstructured opportunities to engage with investors and advisors;
  • 1-year reSET membership (includes access to coworking, programming and the on-site mentors and business advisors);
  • Exclusive discounts on business software packages and other resources;
  • More!

About reSET

reSET is a nonprofit organization whose mission is advancing the social enterprise sector. reSET serves all entrepreneurs, but specializes in social enterprise ― impact driven business with a double or triple bottom line. In addition to providing coworking space, accelerator and mentoring programs, reSET aims to inspire innovation and community collaboration, and to support entrepreneurs in creating market-based solutions to community challenges. reSET’s goal is to meet entrepreneurs wherever they are in their trajectory and to help them take their businesses to the next level. www.reSETCo.org

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