The accelerators actually operating in SoCal
28 independent programs, hand-verified — focus, location, and how to apply, not just a name and a logo.
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ACCELERATORS
Disney Accelerator
Burbank, CA
A three-month, cohort-based summer accelerator launched by The Walt Disney Company, initially run jointly with Techstars for its first two years before Disney took it over. Gives startups access to Disney executives and IP alongside investment.
Focus
MediaEntertainmentConsumer tech
MuckerLab
Santa Monica, CA
The cohort-based accelerator arm of Mucker Capital (co-founded 2011 by Erik Rannala and William Hsu). Invests $100K-$175K for 10-15% equity, runs a hands-on year-plus program for 20-25 companies annually, with Santa Monica office space and 300+ mentors.
Focus
Internet softwareServicesMedia
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