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Colaeb Accelerator Cohort 2

Colaeb is a business-to-business global network connecting brands to new customers, capital, talent, and advertising solutions. Since our launch in 2020, we have helped thousands of entrepreneurs, venture-scale founders and Fortune 1000 companies accelerate high-impact innovation. 

Applications Now Closed

Accelerator Companies

MobilePantry

MobilePantry is a tech-enabled, rapid deployment, last mile food rescue organization. In short, there is too much food getting thrown out at grocery stores, retailers, restaurants, and farms, while too many Americans still face food insecurity. This is mainly due to a gap in the logistics of donating food. We bridge that gap.

Learn more on mobilepantry.org

HeyFollowUp

HeyFollowUp is your trusted networking buddy that makes connecting, organizing, and following up easy, purposeful, and personal.

Turning connection into lasting opportunities.

Learn more on hey-followup.com

Iconavize

Iconavize is an AI-driven image recognition platform that instantly explains vehicle buttons and icons through a simple photo. We turn complex vehicle interfaces into clear, accessible knowledge for drivers, rental agencies, and fleet operators.

Learn more on iconavize.com

Africa Wealth Engine

Africa Wealth Engine’s Station 7 is a software-led agritech system that turns climate-resilient sisal into certified, financeable inputs for manufacturers. Using our online platform, we track farmers, production, and fiber stabilization in real time, ensuring quality, traceability, and auditable impact.

Learn more on africawealthengine.com

The Program

Our accelerator is a highly selective, no cost, equity-free accelerator, lasting 8-10 weeks. Through virtual mentorship, global visibility, and investor access — we empower founders worldwide to scale their business. Participants retain full equity while gaining access to the network and tools necessary to secure capital and drive change.

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    Built for ALL founders and startups

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    Colaeb Angel Investor Network Access

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    Zero equity. 100% virtual. Built for global innovators

Who should apply?

Founders worldwide who are building high-impact brands are welcome to apply! Open to all nationalities, ethnicities, industries, and backgrounds.

What fellows gain

🔹 Global Visibility: Amplification across colaeb.com’s investor, mentor, and partner network.

🔹 Expert Mentorship: Guidance from industry leaders on scaling, strategy, and fundraising.

🔹 Investor Access: Exclusive pitch opportunity at our Annual Demo Day.

🔹 Capital Readiness: Tools to accelerate your fundraising journey.

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Core Principles

Our business accelerator is built for founders who want to grow on their terms. We’re equity-free, so you retain 100% ownership of your company.

Fully virtual and borderless, our program is accessible from anywhere in the world. Designed with a founder-first mindset, we provide the mentorship, resources, and community to help you scale your business without giving up control.

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    Equity-Free: Retain 100% ownership.

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    Borderless: Fully virtual – join from anywhere.

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    Founder-Focused: Designed for your growth.

Key Dates

Dec 19
Applications Close
Dec 26
Fellows Announced
Jan 5 - Feb 25
Virtual Mentor Sessions
Mar 4
Elevation Day (Virtual)