VILLAGEx Accelerator Program
The Idea Village, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs in New Orleans, has announced that applications are open for its VILLAGEx accelerator program until November 1. This intensive, 16-week program is designed to help high-growth startups scale their businesses and prepare for significant investment opportunities.
About VILLAGEx
VILLAGEx is The Idea Village's flagship accelerator program, offering a comprehensive curriculum, mentorship, and resources to help entrepreneurs refine their business models, develop go-to-market strategies, and prepare for fundraising. The program culminates in New Orleans Entrepreneur Week (NOEW), where participants have the opportunity to showcase their startups to investors and the broader business community.
Who Can Apply
The program is open to innovative, high-growth potential startups that meet the following criteria:
- Based in the Greater New Orleans area
- Have a minimum viable product (MVP) or prototype
- Demonstrate market traction or customer validation
- Have a full-time founding team committed to the venture
- Show potential for scalability and job creation in the region
How to Apply
Interested entrepreneurs can apply for the VILLAGEx program through the following steps:
- Visit the application portal: VILLAGEx Application Form
- Complete the online application, providing detailed information about your startup, team, and business model
- Submit any required supporting documents, such as pitch decks or financial projections
- Applications are due by the specified deadline (check the website for the current cohort's deadline)
About The Idea Village
Founded in 2000, The Idea Village is a nonprofit organization that supports entrepreneurial talent in New Orleans through educational programs, events, and access to capital. The organization has played a crucial role in fostering the city's entrepreneurial ecosystem, having supported over 13,000 entrepreneurs and helped create more than 3,000 jobs in the region.
For more information about The Idea Village and the VILLAGEx program, visit their official website.
