We are pleased to announce the graduation of the second cohort of the Startup425 Accelerator. Over the past three months, these founders have worked diligently to refine their business strategies, develop their solutions, and lay the groundwork for growth. Now, they are ready to take their next entrepreneurial steps.
Startup 425, a collaborative economic initiative by the cities of Bellevue, Kirkland, Issaquah, Redmond, Bothell, and Renton, partnered with Founder Institute to create a free accelerator supporting first-time entrepreneurs in launching sustainable businesses. Leveraging Founder Institute’s proven methodology and platform, the program introduced a dedicated track for founders of traditional businesses, ensuring accessibility for a diverse range of entrepreneurs.
Cohort 2 Demo Day
The graduation of Startup 425 Cohort 2 will take place on June 2, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Redmond Senior & Community Center. During this event, the founders will pitch their companies and share the innovative solutions they’ve been working on. These startups cover a variety of sectors, from tech to creative industries, and are ready to move forward with their businesses.
To anyone in the region who's interested in joining, reserve your spot here.
Expect to hear startup founders pitch their business ideas and showcase their progress. The event offers opportunities to network with mentors, investors, and fellow entrepreneurs. It's also a celebration of the participants' growth and the effort they've put into the program.
The Cohort 2 Demo Day is a chance to acknowledge the efforts of these founders and the support they’ve received throughout the program. We’re excited to see what’s next for them as they continue to build their businesses.
The Founder Institute is the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses. Since 2009, our highly-structured accelerator programs have helped entrepreneurs raised over $1.85BN in funding across over 200 cities worldwide.
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