Accelerating Alabama
Working alongside Alabama innovators to build companies, invest capital, and grow our economy. We are a nationally-ranked venture capital firm and accelerator with programs in Huntsville, Birmingham, Mobile, Dothan, and Sylacauga.
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Investment Accelerators
We are a nationally ranked accelerator that invests in high-growth startups. gener8tor provides a concierge accelerator experience where we focus all of our time, energy and network on you. We support the growth of our startups through our network of experienced mentors, technologists, corporate partners, angel investors and venture capitalists. Each investment program runs for 12-weeks.
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Prosper HealthTech Accelerator powered by gener8tor
In partnership with Prosper, we invest in cutting edge health technology startups to leverage and grow Birmingham’s healthtech sector.
Terms: $90K for 5%
Location: Birmingham, AL
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Bronze Valley Accelerator powered by gener8tor
In partnership with Bronze Valley Venture Labs, we invest in startups led by female entrepreneurs and entrepreneurs of color.
Investment Terms: Selected teams will receive a $100,000 investment in return for 5% equity in the company using a Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE).
Location: Birmingham, AL
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HudsonAlpha AgTech Accelerator powered by gener8tor
In partnership with HudsonAlpha, we invest in startups working at the forefront of agriculture innovation.
Terms: $100K for 7.5%
Location: Huntsville, AL
Free Accelerators
A free accelerator (no investment, no equity) to build your company, meet mentors, and pitch investors. All gBETA programs are 7 weeks long.
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gBETA Huntsville
In partnership with RCP Companies and the Apollo Foundation, we support startups who are creating a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem in Huntsville.
Location: Huntsville, AL
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gBETA Gulf Coast
In partnership with Innovation Portal, we support startups who are adjacent to industry 4.0, advanced manufacturing, and other Gulf Coast-critical sectors.
Location: Mobile, AL
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gBETA Prosper
In partnership with Prosper, we support cutting edge health technology startups to leverage and grow Birmingham’s healthtech sector.
Location: Birmingham, AL
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gALPHA earth
Guiding entrepreneurial enthusiasts in East Alabama through a 4-week venture-creation workshop designed to help turn their ideas into a viable venture.
Location: Sylacauga, AL
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SPARK Huntsville
Helping up to twenty selected companies launch their MVP, incorporate, or join an accelerator through coaching, workshops, and ongoing support.
Location: Huntsville, AL
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Alabama Forestry Accelerator
Alabama Forestry Accelerator is an equity-free pre-accelerator for early-stage venture-backable companies in the forestry industry.
Location: Dothan, AL
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gBETA Innovate UA
The gBETA Innovate UA Program is a free, seven-week accelerator designed to support faculty, students, alumni, and early-stage founders from The University of Alabama as they explore commercialization and startup creation. This program is a key component of the overarching NSF Innovate UA Program strategy.
Location: Tuscaloosa, AL
Meet the Team
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Emily Wykle
Regional Vice President
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Haley Medved Kendrick
Senior Managing Director
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Amanda Williams
Managing Director
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Sierra Pena
Managing Director
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Emily Carswell
Director of Accelerator Operations
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Tatiana Pena-Martinez
Community Manager
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Brendan Barry
Director of Growth
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JD Jernigan
Program Manager
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Derrick Austin
Program Manager
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Tim Crist
Program Manager
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Justise Black
Program Manager
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Daren Singh
Program Manager
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Nathan Stewart
Program Manager
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Isaiah Khan
Program Manager
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Jesse Yankey
Marketing Intern
gener8tor Alabama Partners
Made Possible with Support From
A Few of Our 120+ Alumni Companies
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Acclinate
Pharma is ineffective in diversifying their clinical trials because communities of color don’t trust them. Acclinate is a trusted digital health company accessing and engaging communities of color to be to make informed decisions about clinical trial participation. Our patent-pending method leverages our NOWINCLUDED platform for sustained engagement with communities of color around important health-related issues. We apply AI/ML to determine which community members are most likely to participate in clinical trials, what we call their participation probability index. As a result, we help pharmaceutical companies diversify their clinical trials.
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AgTechLogic
AgTechLogic provides smart “RetroFIT & Go” technology that transforms existing spray equipment into an intelligent precision spraying platform. This technology significantly reduces herbicide use (up to 90%) along with savings of water, fuel and labor with a strong ROI and positive climate impact. The AgTechLogic team is highly focused on bringing sustainable solutions to farmers, municipalities and transportation. Our R&D team is developing technology to go beyond just reduction of chemicals and adding the use of autonomous platforms, robotics, AI and ML.
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Kaya
Kaya is delivering a new model of mental health support to the workforce through group care. Kaya connects employees together across companies into clinically-led groups based on shared life experiences. Our vision is to build the next generation of mental health culture that is inclusive, accessible, and affordable to all.
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VanHeron Labs
Van Heron Labs is a minority-led, post-revenue biotech company. Van Heron Labs is built on the world's first commercial platform that uses genetic analysis and biocomputing to determine optimal nutrients for cells - precision cellular fuel. The bio-economy is predicted to form the foundation of the entire global economy in just a few decades, and Van Heron Labs is rooted in the belief that a bio-based future will depend on foundational changes to how cells are harnessed.
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Zaden Technologies
Zaden Technologies delivers automation solutions for enterprise software product teams. Olympus is a rapidly deployable cloud platform that saves enterprises millions of dollars and reduces the time to market for any new software product. With Olympus, product teams can immediately begin product development without the burden of building and managing a development environment.
All Alabama Program Portfolio Stats
The gener8tor programs in Alabama have made significant strides in supporting local startups, contributing to the state's economic growth and innovation. Our portfolio showcases the breadth and impact of our efforts across multiple key metrics:
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(Funding Raised + (AL Payroll × 5))Mobile
Mobile is a coastal city in Alabama known for its vibrant startup ecosystem and strategic location. It boasts a diverse economy with strengths in sectors such as aerospace, maritime, and advanced manufacturing. The city is home to a growing number of innovative companies that contribute to its dynamic economic landscape.
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(Funding Raised + (AL Payroll × 5))Birmingham
Birmingham is a key economic center in Alabama, with a rich history in industry and commerce. The city has a robust healthcare and biotech sector, complemented by a growing tech and startup scene. Birmingham's diverse economy and supportive business environment make it a prime location for entrepreneurial ventures.
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(Funding Raised + (AL Payroll × 5))Huntsville
Huntsville is renowned for its strong tech and defense industry presence. As a major hub for aerospace and military technology, the city attracts a wealth of talent and investment. Huntsville's thriving startup community is supported by its rich network of research institutions and government agencies, fostering innovation and growth.
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(Funding Raised + (AL Payroll × 5))Alumni Impact Stories
Real founders. Real traction. See how gener8tor portfolio companies across Alabama are building, growing, and winning.
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Revella Health
Using AI to close care gaps and improve patient outcomes — Revella has raised $50K+, relocated HQ to Birmingham, and is preparing a six-state expansion.
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City Detect
Computer vision that helps cities fight blight in real time. $15M raised, $440K ARR, and now active in 17+ cities including Dallas and Miami.
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NEET SHEETS
A reinvented hotel bedsheet that cuts bed-making time in half. Founder Ruth Young-Loaeza holds 10 patents and won $250K on “Meet the Drapers.”
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ecobrew
Plug-in carbon capture that lets breweries reuse their own CO₂. $300K+ raised, four LOIs signed, and a sustainable supply chain in the works.
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Aspect Aerospace
A single-board satellite built in Mobile, AL — delivering “constellations in a box” and earning a 2026 SXSW Pitch finalist spot.
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NYAD
AI-powered river monitoring that helps utilities detect contamination faster and protect critical water infrastructure. Named one of Alabama's most promising startups.
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See Produce
Using AI to stop food waste before it starts by helping the produce industry better evaluate quality, freshness, and shelf life before products move through the supply chain.
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