Who is eligible to participate in Fuel Accelerator?

Startups who are passionate about the problem they are solving, have raised capital and/or have revenue traction, and are willing to relocate to Bentonville, Arkansas for the duration of the 10-week program. Fuel is not an idea-stage accelerator or a VC-funding accelerator; it is an operational, revenue-based accelerator for HealthTech and AI/ML companies selling to enterprises.

What does it cost to participate in Fuel Accelerator?

There is no cost and no equity taken to participate in Fuel. Startups are responsible for their own travel and accommodations. The program is funded by grants, economic development agencies and corporate partners.

Can teams participate in Fuel virtually or hybrid?

Startups must participate in person in Bentonville, Arkansas. No exceptions are made.

What does Fuel look for in applicants?

Disruptive technology with a transformative edge; a scalable business model with revenue and/or a raised round; a world-class, diverse founding team with a reason for solving the problem; a fit with Fuel's enterprise-adoption expertise and network; and openness to global applicants — Fuel has accepted startups from 11 countries and 21 US states.

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