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gener8tor 50 State Countdown: Oklahoma 📣 This week, we're highlighting Oklahoma, where we're proud to support founders building and scaling companies across the state. Through our accelerator programming, we're helping entrepreneurs access the connections, mentorship, and resources they need to grow their businesses and create lasting economic impact. Oklahoma impact: 🚀 63 companies supported 💰 $24M raised 💼 192 jobs created Special thanks to our partners Greater Oklahoma City Chamber, @InasmuchFdn, @LovesTravelStop, @OCAST, @UofOklahoma, @Ok_StateUniv, Square Deal Capital, @amfidelity, @CortadoVentures and @BoydStreetVC for supporting founders and strengthening Oklahoma's entrepreneurial ecosystem. As we continue supporting founders and driving impact across Oklahoma, we're always looking for new communities to partner with. Interested in bringing gener8tor to your city? Let's connect! #gener8tor #Oklahoma #startups #entrepreneurship

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What can hundreds of fintech startups teach us about pricing and monetization? According to @Rowan, Associate VP of Accelerators and Fintech Practice Chair at gener8tor, it's less about chasing trends and more about a model that aligns with how partners actually buy and realize value. This analysis explores revenue model data from hundreds of fintech companies to uncover how founders are approaching pricing and monetization today. From recurring SaaS revenue and transactional models to the growing adoption of usage-based pricing, the findings reveal a common theme: revenue strategies are shifting but maybe less quickly that we think. Read Rowan's full perspective on revenue models, pricing trends, and what founders should consider as they build and scale. 👇 gener8tor.com/news/b2b-finte…

Most founders have no idea Nevada is doing this. ⚡ The only active lithium mine in the U.S. The Tesla Gigafactory. An industrial park larger than the city of Detroit. Reno-Tahoe is the #5 emerging data center market in the world. Battery manufacturing growing 6x the national average. Zero income tax. Electricity roughly half California rates. And it's only a 3-4 hour drive from Silicon Valley. We built a @gener8tor accelerator here because this is where energy companies should be building right now. Electrify Nevada is equity-free, state-backed, and open to founders across battery tech, critical minerals, grid edge, commercial electrification, AI infrastructure, and physical AI. One requirement: you want to build in the fastest growing energy economy in the U.S. 🇺🇸 We are open to any stage, globally. We want the best energy founders in the world building in NV. Fall 2026 applications are open. First round closes June 30. Comment BIG ENERGY and I'll send you the link to apply early and get a first review.

Two years into her role, Presley Biggs knew she was ready for more. She joined gener8tor Skills to sharpen her project management skills, earn her PMP certification, and invest in her next chapter. Today she is a PMP-certified Service Delivery Manager, leading cross-functional teams and running projects that move the business forward. That is why gener8tor Skills exists: to help people build in-demand skills, earn industry-recognized credentials, and open new career opportunities through no-cost training, career coaching, and job placement support. Your next chapter could start the same way. Explore the gener8tor Skills Program: gener8tor.com/skills

Huge congratulations to gener8tor Investment Accelerator alum Rese on raising $6M in funding! 🚀 Reset is transforming the way financial institutions deliver earned wage access and financial wellness solutions, helping consumers gain greater flexibility and take more control of their financial lives. We're excited to see this latest investment support the company's next phase of growth and further accelerate its mission to improve financial wellness for credit union members nationwide. Strong strategic investment participation is a testament to the value Reset is creating for both financial institutions and the people they serve.⚡ A big shoutout to Matt DiCou, Founder and CEO, and the entire Reset team as they continue scaling innovative solutions that help individuals build healthier financial habits and stronger financial futures. Congratulations again on this exciting milestone. We can't wait to see what's next!

🚀 gener8tor Founder Series Spotlight: Daniel Rotman, PrettyLitter This week, we're highlighting @DanielRotman, Founder of @PrettyLitter, a health-monitoring cat litter company that changes color to help cat owners detect potential health issues early. What began as an idea developed through an entrepreneurial television program has evolved into a company that has helped millions of cat owners monitor their pets' health. As a member of the gener8tor Milwaukee Accelerator in 2016, Daniel credits the program with helping him refine his subscription business model, better understand unit economics, and build relationships that directly contributed to the company's growth. Through mentor relationships, investor connections, and hands-on support, he gained insights that helped PrettyLitter accelerate during a critical stage of the business. Daniel also highlights the value of fully engaging with the accelerator experience. By leaning into mentor relationships, showing up consistently, and taking advantage of the resources available, he was able to recruit key early team members, strengthen his fundraising efforts, and build lasting connections with fellow founders. Many of those relationships remain strong today. Since graduating from gener8tor, PrettyLitter has grown into one of the pet industry's most recognized brands, culminating in its acquisition by @MarsPetcareUS in 2021. 💡 Daniel's Insight: "Know who you are as a founder, stay focused on your mission, and don't let outside noise or ego distract you from building the company you want to build." 📣 Daniel's Ask: For founders considering an accelerator, show up, engage, and take advantage of every opportunity available. The resources, relationships, and support system are there, but it's up to you to make the most of them. 🎥 Watch the full interview here: youtu.be/er8hjQBxpCY

It’s incredible to think about the continued impact of gBETA as we reflect back on 2025. gBETA impact as of 2025: 💰 $1.3B raised 🚀 1,504 alumni founders supported 💼 6,940 jobs created Through a free 7-week accelerator, gBETA provides founders with hands-on mentorship, tailored coaching, and direct access to experienced operators and investors. This past year, gBETA continued to serve as a launchpad for high potential startups, helping founders validate ideas, gain traction, and position themselves for their next stage of growth. Discover the impact shaping the next generation of startups. Access the full annual report: gener8tor.com/2025-annual-re…

We’re excited to invite you to the gBETA Wyoming Spring 2026 Showcase! gBETA Wyoming is a free, seven-week accelerator for early-stage companies with local roots, helping founders accelerate growth, build investor readiness, and access gener8tor’s national network of mentors and partners. Together with @Microsoft and Laramie County Community College the program continues supporting Wyoming entrepreneurs through mentorship, resources, and connections designed to help startups grow and scale. ✨ Meet the cohort: ● SynerGas — Founded by Sylvanus Agosu and Gisella Mena Terán. ● SoloStudies — Founded by Matthew Hirbour and Tigger Knecht. ● Innocorelix — Founded by Eunsook Park, Seungmee J., Jongchan Woo, and Jason Gigley. ● FOODEASE LLC — Founded by Kishore Kodru & Brian Gross. ● SolaraTech — Founded by Christopher Allen. Join us to hear pitches from these founders, connect with fellow entrepreneurs, investors, and community leaders, and celebrate the progress of Wyoming’s growing startup ecosystem. 📅 Thursday, June 11 | 4:00 – 7:00 PM MT 📍 Laramie County Community College's Flex Tech Building 1400 E College Dr, Cheyenne, WY. Join us: airtable.com/appSgGV5aIBGd3… A huge thank you to our partners at @Microsoft and Laramie County Community College for their continued support of Wyoming founders and entrepreneurs. #gBETA #Wyoming #gener8tor #Microsoft #Startups #Founders

@IUCollege researcher Rita Patel is advancing wearable technology to improve the visibility and safety of young athletes. Patel, founder of Aerly Diagnostics, designed a device to detect exercise-induced laryngeal obstruction, a difficult-to-diagnose breathing disorder that affects an estimated 1 out of 4 adolescent athletes. To help bring her technology into practice, she joined the second cohort of the IU Health Incubator at IU LAB Pre-Accelerator powered by @gener8tor. Learn more about how the pre-accelerator helped grow her company: hey.iu.edu/upX2f

Strong partnerships create stronger pathways to opportunity. In this episode of our gener8tor Skills Impact Series, Anne Nadel sat down with Jennifer Roller, President of The Raymond John Wean Foundation, to discuss how collaboration across employers, funders, community organizations, and workforce partners can create lasting economic mobility. Jennifer shared how her connection to gener8tor began through community relationships and grew into a partnership focused on expanding access to career opportunities for residents in Warren and Youngstown, Ohio. Through the foundation’s commitment to economic opportunity, equity, and community revitalization, she has seen firsthand how holistic workforce development can help individuals move forward with confidence. A few themes from the conversation: 👉 Relationship building is the foundation of meaningful community impact. 👉 Workforce development works best when coaching, mentorship, skills training, and employer connections come together. 👉 Strong partnerships create better outcomes by aligning community needs with career opportunities. 👉 Networks matter, and continued mentorship can open doors long after a program ends. 👉 Employers, funders, and community organizations all play a role in supporting economic mobility. Jennifer’s message was clear: Workforce solutions are strongest when communities come together and stay at the table. 🎥 Watch the full conversation: youtu.be/2jJQQWmMod4

We’re so proud to see the impact of our Investment Accelerators as we reflect back on 2025. gener8tor Investment Accelerators impact in 2025: 💰 $2B raised by founders 💼 8,324 jobs created 🚀 669 portfolio companies supported 📈 441 cohorts Our Investment Accelerators back high-growth startups with meaningful capital and hands-on support. Through small cohorts, we deliver a concierge-style experience where each founder receives personalized guidance, access to a network of 100+ mentors, investors, and strategic partners, and the tools needed to scale faster. Over the past year, our Investment Accelerators continued to fuel high-growth startups, supporting founders from early traction to major funding milestones and sustained growth. We remain committed to supporting the next generation of founders building the future in communities around the world. Discover the impact shaping the next generation of high-growth companies. Access our full annual report here for more information: lnkd.in/gXRsXm9f

Congratulations to the gBETA Charlotte Health Spring 2026 cohort for a successful showcase on May 28th! The showcase was hosted at the incredible forum at @ThePearlCLT, where founders shared solutions tackling some of healthcare’s biggest challenges and demonstrated the momentum growing across the @CLTgov. Meet the cohort: ● 9+1AI and CEO Conner McCraw, MS are transforming the most common cardiac test with AI, making the heart's hidden signals actionable for every clinician and patient. ● Casandra AI and CEO David S. Brooks are building a platform that streamlines access to specialty diagnostic testing by helping providers navigate fragmented lab data, ensuring every patient receives the right test. ● Inolyt and CEO Margaret Kocherga, PhD are developing next-generation antimicrobial solutions to combat antibiotic resistance with safer alternatives for healthcare and consumer applications. ● Pump For Joy and CEO Erin Devine Martin are reimagining maternal health with compostable and 100% plastic-free single-use breast pump components designed to improve hygiene and convenience for new parents. ● SKG Lifesciences and CEO Gregory Roberts are developing a bioelectrically-enabled smart bandage using algae-based biomaterials to accelerate healing for diabetic ulcers and reduce amputations. Thank you to @CLTgov, @advocatehealth, @ThePearlCLT, and Connect Labs by Wexford for coming together and making this possible. Thanks to @mediacutlet for taking these great photos! We're looking forward to seeing what comes next for this cohort! Charlotte Economic Development, @InnovateCLT, KIND Health Innovation CLT, @AtriumHealth and Wexford Science & Technology. #gBETA #CharlotteHealth #HealthTech #StartupAccelerator

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gener8tor 50 State Countdown: Ohio 📣 This week we're highlighting Ohio, where we're proud to support founders and career seekers alike. Through our startup accelerator programming, we're providing early-stage startups with the connections and resources they need to scale and succeed. Meanwhile, we're also proud to support economic growth through our gener8tor Skills programming, equipping workforce participants with the training and connections they need to advance their careers. Ohio impact: 🚀 51 companies supported 💰 $59M raised 💼 272 jobs created gener8tor Skills Impact in Ohio: 👤 21 participants 🎓 18 graduates 📊 86% graduation rate Special thanks to our partners @Cincy_Tech and @ThompsonHine for supporting our startup programming, and to The Raymond John Wean Foundation for helping advance our workforce development efforts. As we continue supporting founders and driving impact across Ohio, we're always looking for new communities to partner with. Interested in bringing gener8tor to your city? Let's connect! #gener8tor #Ohio #startups #entrepreneurship #innovation

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gener8tor 50 State Countdown: North Dakota 📣 This week we're highlighting North Dakota, where we're proud to support founders and career seekers alike. Through our startup accelerator programming, we're driving innovation and impact across the state's growing entrepreneurial ecosystem. Meanwhile, we're also proud to support economic growth through our gener8tor Skills programming, equipping workforce participants with the training and connections they need to advance their careers. North Dakota impact: 🚀 51 companies supported 💰 $46M raised 💼 194 jobs created gener8tor Skills Impact in North Dakota: 👤 71 participants 🎓 58 graduates 📊 82% graduation rate Special thanks to our partners 50 South Capital and The North Dakota Growth Fund on our startup and venture capital work, and the @FMWFChamber on our workforce development efforts! As we continue supporting founders and driving impact across North Dakota, we’re always looking for new communities to partner with. Interested in bringing gener8tor to your city? Let’s connect! #gener8tor #NorthDakota #startups #entrepreneurship #innovation

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Congratulations to the gBETA Electrify Nevada Spring 2026 cohort on a successful Showcase on May 19 ⚡ From battery innovation and hydrogen systems to climate tech and energy infrastructure, this cohort represents companies shaping what’s next while proving Nevada is a strong place to build. Meet the cohort: @broncopowerboo1 — Founded by Billy Whittaker. Developing patented battery backup systems for homes and medical facilities alongside no-idle technology for semi trucks, with more than 1,500 units sold. Echo Elements — Founded by Drew Reid. A battery recycling company using water-free molten salt electrochemistry to recover battery-grade lithium, nickel, and cobalt at lower costs. Patent-pending through the University of Nevada, Reno. NIU NIU — Founded by Dylan Roman and Arturo Rosenthal. An AI-driven e-waste platform maximizing critical mineral recovery with full supply chain traceability to improve circular economy transparency and efficiency. @QuadSolar — Founded by Dover Janis and Mait Kukk. Developing solar roof tile systems and contractor software that helps traditional roofing companies become solar installers and simplify residential adoption. @CacheEnergy — Founded by Arpit Dwivedi. A long-duration thermal energy storage company focused on heat electrification and seasonal energy price arbitrage. Recently raised an $8.5M seed round and featured in The Wall Street Journal. Hydronexus Energy — Founded by Leigh Killingbeck. Developing modular hydrogen power systems designed to replace diesel generators in data centers and resilient energy facilities. Flick Power — Founded by Andre Ramirez and Dan Hienzsch. Developing patented energy savings technology delivering utility-validated savings for multifamily housing properties. Basin Technologies — Founded by Cris Rosales and McKinley Brown. A dust-risk management platform helping operators reduce water-truck waste, validate dust control performance, and maintain defensible environmental records. NetMeterGO — Founded by Leora Spencer. A SaaS platform streamlining utility interconnection processes for distributed energy resources and large electrical loads. ArchiMAT Inc. — Founded by Ophelia Jen and Danny Ho, COO. A climate readiness platform supporting the building lifecycle from material selection through ESG reporting to improve sustainability planning and performance outcomes. Thank you to the @DiversifyNevada, @EDAWNReno, @unevadareno, and @unlv for supporting this program. Learn more: gener8tor.com/nevada #gBETA #ElectrifyNevada #Nevada #ClimateTech #EnergyInnovation #Startups

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Congratulations to the founders of the 2026 BEAM Circular Accelerator cohort on an incredible showcase at BioCatalyst 2026. 🚀 Following 12 weeks of collaboration, mentorship, and momentum, the cohort took the stage this week to share how they’re advancing the future of the circular bioeconomy through breakthrough technologies in sustainable materials, food systems, industrial biotech, and bio-based manufacturing. Hosted as part of BioCatalyst 2026, the showcase brought together 150+ attendees from the public, private, and academic sectors, including leaders from across the bioeconomy industry. Meet the cohort: ● Fermeate: Light-controlled biology delivering up to 3x higher fermentation productivity without new tanks or major retrofits. Founders: Ke Xu, PhD and Saurabh Malani, PhD. ● Krokos Bio: Growing real plant cells in bioreactors to produce high-value botanicals like saffron. Year-round, climate-independent, and domestically produced. Founders: Jacob Lang and Emma Skoog. ● Ruby Bio: Naturally occurring yeast converting low-cost sugars and waste feedstocks into biodegradable, non-toxic ingredients including surfactants, food emulsifiers, oleochemicals, and polyol sweeteners. Cost-competitive with synthetic alternatives. Founders: Charlie Silver and Pavan Kambam. ● Supercarb: Plastic-free performance fibers made from seaweed and agricultural peel waste. No PFAS, no toxic finishing chemicals, with built-in flame retardancy. Founder: Hitesh Manglani. ● @tasteetape: Biodegradable food packaging that performs like conventional film at up to 4x lower cost than alternative bioplastics. Featured on The Tonight Show, CNN, and TIME’s Best Inventions. Founder: Marie Eric. Thank you to BEAM Circular for helping make this program possible and for their continued leadership in advancing the circular bioeconomy across the North San Joaquin Valley. Programs like the BEAM Circular Accelerator help create stronger pathways for founders to scale innovative companies while driving long-term economic and environmental impact across the region. We’re looking forward to seeing what comes next for this cohort! #BEAMCircular #gener8tor @

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353 investor-founder connections in one afternoon ⚡ This week, gener8tor hosted Sustainability Lightning Rounds, bringing together 53 alumni startups from the gener8tor Sustainability Accelerators and 60 investors for focused 1:1 meetings. Every participating startup was selected by investors to meet, and the majority were selected by 6+ investors, a strong signal of the quality of companies coming through our Sustainability Accelerators and the continued investor demand for practical sustainability and climate solutions. We're grateful to every investor who gave their time and attention, and to every founder who showed up ready to make the most of it.

We’re very excited to announce that applications for the new gALPHA Arkansas program are now open! 🚀 gALPHA Arkansas is a free 4-week virtual venture creation program built for aspiring founders and entrepreneurs across the state ready to turn ideas into action. Participants will gain access to mentorship, customer discovery support, startup education, 1:1 coaching, and a community of fellow founders and builders all designed to help early-stage startups validate ideas, build momentum, and grow with confidence. Through hands-on workshops and expert guidance, founders will leave the program with practical tools and a stronger foundation for launching and scaling their businesses. Thank you to the @ArkansasEDC for supporting gALPHA Arkansas and helping make this program possible. Ready to take the next step and grow your startup alongside a community of founders and mentors? Apply now: gener8tor.one/galpha/apply/2… Application Deadline: June 7, 2026

We’re excited to announce the Spring 2026 gBETA Pennsylvania cohort! gBETA Pennsylvania is a free, seven-week accelerator for early-stage companies with strong local roots, designed to help founders accelerate growth, build investor readiness, and access gener8tor’s national network of mentors and partners. Together with @Meta, the program continues to support founders building bold solutions across Pennsylvania’s startup ecosystem through mentorship, resources, and connections designed to help startups grow and scale. Founders are driving innovation and shaping what’s next across Pennsylvania’s startup ecosystem. ✨ Meet the cohort: • Sarva — Founded by Dipseka Timsina and Farhan Azim Aurronoy. An AI-powered retail platform helping immigrant-owned grocery stores digitize operations with voice-enabled tools in 90+ languages. Focused on supporting culturally rooted retail businesses, starting with South Asian grocery stores. • Bime Beauty — Founded by Tanya Bourque. A female-founded beauty brand creating salon-quality tools that simplify everyday routines at home. Products include high-performance hair tools and self-cleaning beauty essentials. • Plant With Olive — Founded by Benjamin Appel, Aaditya Pulastya and Muhammad javeed. An AI-powered plant care app offering personalized care plans and plant health insights to help users keep plants alive. The platform also connects users with local plant shops and community resources. • Pelliá — Founded by Courtney Williamson Ph.D. A skincare and self-care brand creating aromatherapy-infused body care products designed for women with high-stress lifestyles. The brand combines skin wellness with emotional well-being. • @socratyc — Founded by Nicole Alos MBA, CEC, ICF-PCC. A coaching and training company helping organizations improve communication and client interactions through modern frameworks and AI-enabled learning tools. Their platform supports scalable workplace development experiences. • ZenBroth — Founded by Xiaofeng (Jessica) Zhu and represented by Maddie Troso. A premium whole-food seasoning brand creating functional umami blends made with clean ingredients like lion’s mane and goji berry. Products are designed for convenient flavor enhancement at home and on the go. • Best Possible — Founded by Thomas Tam. An AI-powered medication reconciliation platform helping healthcare providers improve post-discharge follow-up and patient education. The platform supports pharmacist-led medication review through machine learning and NLP. • NeurElectrum — Founded by Marzia Momin. A medtech company developing ultra-soft neural implants for neuromodulation and brain-computer interface applications. Their technology is designed to improve long-term signal stability for conditions like epilepsy and paralysis. • K12 Staffing — Founded by Tom Gradowski. A staffing and recruitment firm serving therapeutic and educational sectors with specialized school support professionals. The company helps districts address critical staffing shortages through streamlined hiring solutions. • @Serpentrobotics — Founded by Margaret Zhu. A robotics company developing remote-operated branch-cutting systems for the tree care industry. Their platform improves safety and efficiency for arborists performing hazardous cutting operations. A huge thank you to our partners at @Meta and the incredible team supporting this program! Learn more: gener8tor.com/gbeta/pennsylv… #gBETA #Pennsylvania #gener8tor #Meta