AngelPad

AngelPad is a seed-stage accelerator program based in San Francisco and New York City. Since its inception in 2010, it has launched over 150 companies, selecting approximately 15 startups every six months from a competitive pool of around 2,000 applicants. The program focuses on providing intensive mentorship, seed funding, and networking opportunities over a three-month period. AngelPad has been consistently ranked as the top U.S. accelerator by MIT's Seed Accelerator Benchmark since 2015.

The accelerator's program includes in-depth preparation for fundraising and investor meetings, helping founders secure capital for their next growth phase. AngelPad's portfolio companies have collectively raised over $2.2 billion in funding, with an average of $14 million per company. Notable alumni include Postmates, which was acquired by Uber for $2.65 billion, and other successful startups like Buffer, MoPub, and Vungle.

AngelPad's founders, Thomas Korte and Carine Magescas, both former Google employees, emphasize a hands-on approach and a strong network of mentors and investors. They have been recognized for their contributions to the startup ecosystem, with Carine Magescas being nominated as 'Angel Investor of the Year' at TechCrunch’s 10th Annual Crunchies Awards in 2017. Their commitment to a selective and focused program has set AngelPad apart in the competitive landscape of startup accelerators.