Conquer Accelerator Programs

Our EdTech accelerator is open to early-stage education technology companies focused on K-12, secondary, and workforce education solutions across the United States.

Stage: Preference is given to companies at the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) or beta stage, with a focus on those showcasing early traction.
Location: Program is based in East Lansing
Duration: 10-weeks
Term: Fall (Sept-Nov)

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Our Grand Rapids accelerator is open to high-tech, high-growth companies based in the Grand Rapids region.

Stage: Preference is given to companies at the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) or beta stage, with a focus on those showcasing early traction.
Location: Program is based in Grand Rapids
Duration: 10-weeks
Term: Fall (Sept-Nov)

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Our Finance & Insurance accelerator is open to financial or insurance technology companies operating anywhere in the United States.

Stage: Preference is given to companies at the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) or beta stage, with a focus on those showcasing early traction.
Location: Program is based in East Lansing
Duration: 10-weeks
Term: Spring (Jan-Apr)

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Our Detroit accelerator is open to Detroit-area companies providing HealthTech products or services.

Stage: Preference is given to companies at the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) or beta stage, with a focus on those showcasing early traction.
Location: Program is based in Detroit
Duration: 10-weeks
Term: Spring (Jan-Apr)

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Our East Lansing accelerator is open to Michigan-based companies operating in any industry.

Stage: Preference is given to companies at the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) or beta stage, with a focus on those showcasing early traction.
Location: Program is based in East Lansing
Duration: 10-weeks
Term: Summer (July-Sept)

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Our Pre-Accelerator is open to early-stage companies located within Michigan.

Stage: Early-stage, Proof of Concept (POC) companies needing to get to a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and early traction.
Locations: Programs are based in East Lansing, Grand Rapids, and Detroit
Duration: 9-18 months
Term: Programs operate on an ongoing, ad-hoc basis.

Learn what matters most. Our industry-focused curriculum covers market trends, customer behavior, and go-to-market strategy—built to meet real startup challenges.

Work directly with seasoned founders, investors, and experts who offer strategic guidance and honest feedback to help you grow faster and smarter.

Pitch to investors and explore funding opportunities through our connected network—designed to help you raise and scale.

Deepen your entrepreneurial skills through targeted workshops that spark creativity, sharpen your thinking, and open new opportunities.

Test your solution with real users and industry partners to refine your offering and prove market fit.

Surround yourself with fellow founders. Our cohort model fosters connection, feedback, and potential partnerships that last beyond the program.

Get support navigating incorporation, compliance, and IP strategy so you can focus on building—not red tape.

Chase Bonhag, CEO
FirstIgnite

Aleksandra Medina, Co-Founder/CEO
Fritch

Andrew Hauerman, Founder/CEO
The Patient Company