Accessing Growth Capital Series

A program to help founders secure funding, refine their pitches, and connect with investors.

Workshops

Weekly sessions covering:

  • How to address investor risk concerns.

  • Finding the right investors and preparing for fundraising.

  • Tailored-to-you topics, led by industry experts.

1:1 Coaching

Personalized mentoring and guidance from Accelerate Venture Partners and eGrowth Ventures team members.

Culminating Event

Participants pitch to regional investors and have a chance to present to the Accelerate Venture Partners angel investor group.

Impact To Date

35

Kansas startups participated.

10

L I F E T I M E

$1.94M

revenue generated by cohort members.

L I F E T I M E

53

employees created or retained by cohort companies.

Kansas counties represented.

Who is a fit for this program?

  • Entrepreneurs

    Entrepreneurs

    Entrepreneurs seeking growth capital from sophisticated investors and funding sources (angels, angel groups, venture capitalists)

  • Founders

    Founders

    Founders with a desire to grow and expand their business through investment capital

  • Startups

    Startups

    Startups with business models that lend themselves to scalable growth and returns for investors

Your moment to shine

What Happens on Culmination Day?

  • Investor Speed Dating – Participants pitch their companies to selected regional investors.

  • Expert Feedback – Investors provide insights on strengths and areas for improvement.

  • Exclusive Opportunity – 1:1 connections with investors to build relationships and explore potential partnerships.

Program Workshops and Coaching Sessions

Education Sessions

Capital Kickoff Session – Friday, October 3 (During Launch Week in Wichita)

  • Location: Groover Labs, Wichita

  • Capital Kickoff Workshop: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

  • Additional Capital Programming: 11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

  • Details: In-person programming aligned with Launch Week (formerly known as Wichita Startup Week), including a VC panel and pitch competition.

Standard Sessions – Tuesdays, October 7 – November 11

  • Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

  • Format: Hybrid (Zoom + in-person at NXTUS offices, Commerce Club, 150 N Main, Wichita, KS 67202).

Final Session / Program Culmination - Tuesday, November 18 (Kansas City Speed Pitching)

  • Location: Aspiria NOW, Kansas City

  • Time:

    • 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.: Investor Speed Pitching

    • 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.: Accelerate Venture Partners monthly pitch event

Office Hours / 1:1 Coaching

When: Fridays, October 10 – November 14

  • Open Time: 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

  • Format: 30-minute sessions

  • Coaches: Thomas Papadatos & Sophia Drouhard (Entrepreneurial Growth Ventures), Conor Adler (Accelerate Venture Partners)

Program Fee & Participation

Refundable Deposit of $250

Returned to those who meet attendance requirements

Commitment

Attend workshops and coaching sessions to maximize value.

Have a Question?

Contact one of our partners

Conor Adler
conor@nxtus.io