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词条 MassChallenge
释义

  1. History

  2. Expansion

  3. Structure

      Accelerators    Vertical Programs    Corporate Partnerships  

  4. Notable alumni

  5. References

  6. External links

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| formation = 2009
| type = 501(c)(3)
| headquarters = Boston, Massachusetts
| name = MassChallenge
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| location = Boston, Israel, Mexico, Rhode Island, Switzerland, Texas
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}}MassChallenge is a global, zero-equity startup accelerator, founded in Boston, Massachusetts in 2009.[1] As of 2019, MassChallenge has accelerated more than 1,900 startups that have raised more than $4.3B in funding and generated $2.5B in revenue.[2]

MassChallenge is headquartered in Boston's Seaport District in the Innovation and Design Building.[3]

History

MassChallenge co-founders John Harthorne and Akhil Nigam were working as strategy consultants at Bain & Company during the global financial crisis in 2008. It was at this time that John and Akhil developed the concept for MassChallenge, a not-for-profit startup competition that would help jumpstart the global economy by supporting entrepreneurs around the world.[4] MassChallenge secured early support from successful entrepreneurs like Desh Deshpande and Joe Fallon, the public sector including Thomas Menino the then-Mayor of Boston and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and large organizations like The Blackstone Charitable Foundation and Microsoft.[5]

During its first Boston-based cohort in 2010, MassChallenge accelerated 111 startups. [6] In 2018, MassChallenge accelerated 449 startups from 54 countries across its eight accelerators worldwide.[7] MassChallenge accepts less than 10% of all applicants.

Expansion

In addition to its flagship location in Boston, MassChallenge has programs for early-stage startups in Austin, Houston, Jerusalem, Lausanne, Mexico City, and Providence.[8] It also runs vertical programs for later-stage startups in healthtech and fintech.

  • MassChallenge Israel: Launched in 2016, MassChallenge Israel supports 50+ early-stage startups each year through a Jerusalem-based accelerator.[9]
  • MassChallenge Mexico: Launched in 2016, MassChallenge Mexico supports 30+ early-stage startups each year through a Mexico City-based accelerator.[10]
  • MassChallenge Switzerland: Launched in 2016, MassChallenge Switzerland supports 50+ early-stage startups each year through a Lausanne-based accelerator.[11]
  • MassChallenge HealthTech (formerly PULSE@MassChallenge): Launched in 2016, MassChallenge HealthTech connects 30+ later-stage startups to corporate partners to address major challenges in healthcare.[12]
  • MassChallenge Texas: Launched in 2017, MassChallenge Texas supports 70+ early-stage startups each year through Austin and Houston-based accelerators.[13]
  • MassChallenge FinTech: Launched in 2018, MassChallenge FinTech connects 20+ later-stage startups to corporate partners to address major challenges in financial services.[14]

In addition to its accelerator programs, MassChallenge works with countries around the world to build stronger innovation ecosystems. To date, MassChallenge has partnered with economic development leaders in Australia, Colombia, France, Korea, Mexico, Morocco, Poland, Russia, the Republic of Ireland, Spain, and the United Kingdom.[15]

Structure

MassChallenge runs one accelerator program in each of its locations and in each of its verticals each year. MassChallenge does not take equity from its startups, and in turn, provides $3M in non-dilutive cash prizes globally to the top startups at the end of the program.[16]

Accelerators

In MassChallenge's accelerators (Boston, Israel, Mexico, Switzerland, Texas), selected startups are early-stage (<$500K in funding) and participate in a four-month, industry-agnostic program where they receive mentorship, entrepreneurship and industry training, free co-working space, and the opportunity to win non-dilutive cash prizes.[17]

Vertical Programs

In MassChallenge's vertical accelerators (healthtech and fintech), selected startups are later stage (<$10M in funding) and participate in a six month long program where they partner with a top business, institution, or organization to solve key challenges related to their industry.[https://masschallenge.org/about-faq]

Corporate Partnerships

As a not-for-profit, MassChallenge is primarily supported by corporate partnerships. Top partners include The Boston Foundation, Buhler, CASIS, Facebook, General Electric, MassMutual, Microsoft, Nestle, Southwest Airlines, and Vertex.[18]

Notable alumni

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  • Ksplice, an open-source extension of the Linux kernel that allows security patches to be applied to a running kernel without the need for reboots
  • RelayRides, a peer-to-peer carsharing marketplace[19]
  • JoyTunes, a music app producer[20]
  • Thinx, maker of period-proof underwear [21]
  • Sproxil, a producer of app-based anticounterfeiting measures[22]
  • Drync, a wine mobile app for iOS platforms[23]
  • Her Campus, an online newsmagazine for college women[24]
  • Global Research Innovation & Technology, manufacturer of the Leveraged Freedom Chair[25]
  • LiquiGlide, a plant-based liquid-impregnated surface coating
  • RallyPoint, a professional network for US military members[26]
  • Ministry of Supply, a business wear men's fashion brand[27]
  • Moneythink, a non-profit organization that places college volunteers in high school classrooms to teach courses in financial literacy and entrepreneurship[28]
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References

1. ^{{Cite web|url=https://masschallenge.org/about|title=About|website=masschallenge.org|language=en|access-date=2019-02-14}}
2. ^{{Cite web|url=https://readymag.com/[object%20Object]|title=‘Impact Report 2018’ by MassChallenge {{!}} Readymag|website=Impact Report 2018|access-date=2019-02-14}}
3. ^{{cite web|url=https://masschallenge.org/media/masschallenge-opens-new-home-innovation|title=MassChallenge Opens New Home for Innovation|last1=Delaney|first1=Erin|website=MassChallenge.org|publisher=MassChallenge|accessdate=17 June 2014}}
4. ^{{Cite web|url=http://social.techcrunch.com/2016/01/21/masschallenges-john-harthorne-explains-how-startups-can-fix-the-world/|title=MassChallenge’s John Harthorne Explains How Startups Can Fix The World|website=TechCrunch|language=en-US|access-date=2019-02-14}}
5. ^{{cite news|url=https://www.forbes.com/sites/jjcolao/2012/03/13/masschallenge/|title=MassChallenge: A Colossal Startup Accelerator That's 100% Free|last=Colao|first=JJ|date=13 March 2012|publisher=Forbes}}
6. ^{{cite news|url=http://www.boston.com/business/technology/innoeco/2011/05/masschallenge_start-up_competi_1.html|title=MassChallenge start-up competition picks 125 finalists for 2011|last=Kirsner|first=Scott|date=24 May 2011|accessdate=12 November 2012|publisher=Boston.com}}
7. ^{{Cite web|url=https://readymag.com/[object%20Object]|title=‘Impact Report 2018’ by MassChallenge {{!}} Readymag|website=Impact Report 2018|access-date=2019-02-14}}
8. ^{{Cite web|url=https://masschallenge.org/programs-overview|title=Programs|website=masschallenge.org|language=en|access-date=2019-02-14}}
9. ^{{Cite web|url=https://masschallenge.org/media/masschallenge-israel-announces-2018-class|title=MassChallenge Israel Announces 2018 Class|website=masschallenge.org|language=en|access-date=2019-02-14}}
10. ^{{Cite web|url=https://masschallenge.org/media/36-startups-latinoamericanas-compiten-por-2-millones-de-pesos|title=36 Startups latinoamericanas compiten por 2 millones de pesos|website=masschallenge.org|language=en|access-date=2019-02-14}}
11. ^{{Cite web|url=https://masschallenge.org/media/masschallenge-switzerland-announces-2018-class-startups|title=MassChallenge Switzerland Announces 2018 Class of Startups|website=masschallenge.org|language=en|access-date=2019-02-14}}
12. ^{{Cite web|url=https://masschallenge.org/media/MassChallenge-HealthTech-Announces-2019-Cohort-Top-Digital-Health-Startups|title=MassChallenge HealthTech Announces 2019 Cohort of Top Digital Health Startups|website=masschallenge.org|language=en|access-date=2019-02-14}}
13. ^{{Cite web|url=https://masschallenge.org/media/masschallenge-texas-announces-inaugural-class-startups-0|title=MassChallenge Texas Announces Inaugural Class of Startups|website=masschallenge.org|language=en|access-date=2019-02-14}}
14. ^{{Cite web|url=https://masschallenge.org/MassChallenge-FinTech-Announces-2019-Inaugural-Cohort-Top-Startups|title=MassChallenge FinTech Announces 2019 Inaugural Cohort of Top FinTech Startups|website=masschallenge.org|language=en|access-date=2019-02-14}}
15. ^{{Cite web|url=https://masschallenge.org/programs-bridge|title=Bridge to MassChallenge|website=masschallenge.org|language=en|access-date=2019-02-14}}
16. ^{{Cite web|url=https://readymag.com/[object%20Object]|title=‘Impact Report 2018’ by MassChallenge {{!}} Readymag|website=Impact Report 2018|access-date=2019-02-14}}
17. ^{{Cite web|url=https://masschallenge.org/about-faq|title=MassChallenge - More Than Just an Accelerator|website=masschallenge.org|language=en|access-date=2019-02-14}}
18. ^{{Cite web|url=https://masschallenge.org/partners|title=Partners|website=masschallenge.org|language=en|access-date=2019-02-14}}
19. ^{{cite web|title=CrunchBase - RelayRides|url=http://www.crunchbase.com/company/relayrides|publisher=CrunchBase|accessdate=12 November 2012}}
20. ^{{cite web|last=Empson|first=Rip|title=JoyTunes Wants To Teach You To Play Real Instruments With Interactive Video Games|url=https://techcrunch.com/2012/06/12/joytunes-instrument-gaming/|publisher=TechCrunch|accessdate=12 November 2012}}
21. ^{{cite web|title=Thinx|url=https://masschallenge.org/startup/thinx|website=MassChallenge.org|accessdate=14 January 2018}}
22. ^{{cite web|title=Sproxil|url=http://masschallenge.org/startups/2010/profile/sproxil|website=MassChallenge.org|accessdate=18 June 2014}}
23. ^{{cite web|title=Drync|url=http://masschallenge.org/startups/2011/profile/drync-llc|website=MassChallenge.org|accessdate=18 June 2014}}
24. ^{{cite news|last=Alspach|first=Kyle|title=Her Campus Media gets trademark for term 'collegiette'|url=http://www.bizjournals.com/boston/blog/startups/2012/02/her-campus-media-gets-trademark-for.html|publisher=Boston Business Journal|accessdate=12 November 2012}}
25. ^{{cite web|title=GRIT|url=http://masschallenge.org/startups/2012/profile/global-research-innovation-technology-grit|website=MassChallenge.org|accessdate=18 June 2014}}
26. ^{{cite web|title=Rallypoint|url=http://masschallenge.org/startups/2012/profile/rallypoint|website=MassChallenge.org|accessdate=18 June 2014}}
27. ^{{cite news|last=Alspach|first=Kyle|title=Ministry of Supply breaks Kickstarter fashion record with $300K+ raised|url=http://www.bizjournals.com/boston/blog/startups/2012/07/ministry-of-supply-breaks-kickstarter.html|publisher=Boston Business Journal|accessdate=12 November 2012}}
28. ^{{cite web|title=Moneythink|url=http://masschallenge.org/startups/2013/profile/moneythink|website=MassChallenge.org|accessdate=2014-06-18}}

External links

  • {{Official website|https://masschallenge.org/}}
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