2024-2025 Impact Report
Conquer Accelerator Programs
The Conquer Accelerator programs expanded opportunities for entrepreneurs across Michigan in 2024-2025, completing four cohorts that advanced 20 startups statewide.
The Conquer Detroit Accelerator, powered by Henry Ford Health, supported five MedTech companies as they built connections and launched pilots; the Conquer FinTech Accelerator, powered by MSU Federal Credit Union, completed it second year supporting finance and insurance startups; while the East Lansing and Grand Rapids cohorts added ten new companies to the program’s statewide alumni network. This year also introduced the Conquer Accelerator Program Internship, a year-long program designed to give students firsthand experience in entrepreneurship.
Together, these programs reflect a growing statewide network of founders, mentors, and partners strengthening Michigan’s entrepreneurship ecosystem.
By the Numbers:
This year’s Conquer Accelerator programs demonstrated strong startup performance, from follow-on funding and capital leverage to long-term company success.
$2.6M
Capital Raised in FY258
Henry Ford Pilots Launched42%
Receive Follow-On Funding*Significant investor traction after the program.
35x
Leverage*Outside capital multiplied far beyond initial investment.
88%
Survival Rate*Strong long-term durability of Conquer Accelerator companies.
8
Successful Exits*Acquisitions that validate impact and scalability of Conquer Accelerator program alumni.
*Indicates lifetime program data since 2014.
2024-2025 Program Alumni:
The startups below completed Conquer Accelerator cohorts, joining a statewide network of founders building high-growth companies.
Related Stories:
These updates reflect the expansion of the Conquer Accelerator programs and their growing role in supporting founders across Michigan’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
