Luminate Accelerator

About

The Luminate Accelerator is a premier global program focused on supporting early-stage startups in optics, photonics, and imaging technology, offering a unique hybrid experience that includes initial funding, mentorship from industry experts, and access to a vast network of investors and resources, all aimed at accelerating growth and market entry for validated technologies.

Benefits

• 💰Financial Support
  Initial investment of $100,000
• 💰Financial Support
  Opportunity to compete for up to $1 million in additional funding
• 🤝Investor Access
  Access to over 30 investors including major companies
• 🎓Training & Mentorship
  Guidance from a world-class advisory board
• 🛠️ Resources & Tools
  Use of professional tools like PitchBook and MATLAB
• 🤝Networking Opportunities
  Connection to the New York photonics cluster and over 160 related companies
• 🎓Training & Mentorship
  Weekly business training on various topics
• 🤝Networking Opportunities
  Extensive networking with industry decision-makers and funding potential

Eligibility Criteria

• Company must be registered
• Technology must be validated at laboratory level in optics, photonics, or imaging
• At least two team members must be full-time
• C-level member must attend in-person events in Rochester, NY

Target Sector

Optics, Photonics, Imaging Technology

Target Location

Global