How to Apply

Ignite20 Manager, LLC uses a competition model to select our startups.

Prospective Ignite20 startups submit application(s) for the Ignite20 program(s) they would like to join. After submitting the application, startups will participate in three rounds of judging. At the end of these judging rounds, the highest-impact and highest-potential startups are invited to participate in the program.

How to apply

Create your startup profile

Complete and submit your application

About our judging process

1st round of judging

All applications are reviewed online by our internal analysts to identify those startups that better fit our program criteria.

2nd round
of judging

At least 3 judges per application will review each one of them. All judges have completed bias training and have experience in CPG.

3rd round
of judging

The startups that make it to his final round, will pitch to a panel of judges and/or Ignite20 partners in person or via Zoom/Google Meet.

Just applying to the accelerator program can be a valuable experience for a startup.

Ignite20 ensures that every single startup receives a comprehensive read of their application by assigning each of them a panel of diverse judges that represent a range of different industries:

● All applicants receive feedback from expert judges on their online applications.
● All Semi-Finalists receive extended feedback from expert judges on their in-person pitches.

Eligibility

For our early-stage accelerator programs in California:

We accept applications for early-stage startups across industries: wellness, health, beauty, pet care & food, snacks, food & supplements, from anywhere in the world who wants to sell in the US or is already in the US Market. If your startup has sales less than $1M in annual recurring revenue, and some special cases below $5M in ARR and is set to make a big impact in your industry or on the world, you’re our kind of entrepreneur.

If your startup exceeds these guidelines, we still recommend that you apply for the accelerator program. There will be an opportunity on the application for you to provide more information about your current funding amounts. Prospective startups should be developed enough to work collaboratively with a large business or institution.

What kind of founders are you looking for?

We are seeking founders who are passionate, resilient, visionary, resourceful, coachable, good communicators and willing to take their startup to the next level.
What is the selection process like?

We have a rigorous selection process that involves evaluating the team, the idea, and the market potential.
What kind of support do you offer to startups?

We offer a range of support, including top-class mentorship, exclusive networking opportunities, and access to funding, among others.
What is the duration of the program?

The program lasts 12 intense weeks, however, once you go through the program, you become part of the One80 community forever.
Are you affiliated with any other organizations?

Yes, we are a spinoff of Redwood Ventures, which we created to collaborate with more great startups that were not being served through Redwood Ventures' funds.
What is the application deadline?

Application deadline for the first batch is August 15th 2023.
When does your first batch start?

Our first batch will start in September 2023.
What is One80 all about?

One80 was created to help early-stage startups in Latam scale their businesses and reach their full potential. We came up with the idea after analyzing more than 4,000 startups at Redwood Ventures. It was tough not being able to invest in many of them just because they were still in the very early stages, but we were very impressed by the founders and believed they had true potential. That is when One80 was born.
How much investment will you provide to selected startups?

We will provide a $120,000 USD investment, delivered in three tranches during the program, contingent on the startup's performance.
How can startups apply to One80?

Startups can apply through our website, where they will find an application form and further information about the program.
Do participants have to attend any face-to-face events?

Yes, participants must attend both the launching and closing events in person. The rest of the program is remote.
What are some successful startups that have gone through your program?

We have just launched our first batch, so we don't have any success stories to share yet, but we're excited to see what the future holds!
¿Cómo agrego una nueva pregunta y respuesta?

Para agregar una nueva pregunta frecuente, sigue estos pasos: 1. Administra las preguntas frecuentes desde el panel de control o el Editor. 2. Agrega una nueva pregunta y respuesta. 3. Asigna la nueva pregunta a una categoría. 4. Guarda y publica los cambios. En cualquier momento puedes volver y editar tus preguntas frecuentes.
What investment vehicle do you use?

We invest through a SAFE (Simple agreement for future equity).
Where is One80 based?

Our accelerator program is based in Guadalajara, Mexico.
Which are the key differentiators from other acceleration programs?

• We are a VC-fund backed program, which means we not only know what they are looking for, we address it. • We truly believe in the power of community, so we give every startup in the batch equity in that batch (out of our share). • Our mentors are successful founders, so they’ve been through whatever you could encounter. • We know diverse teams yield better results, so we are committed to shed a spotlight in woman talent.
Are there any industry verticals you specialize in?

No, we are industry-agnostic, as long as there is a real problem, and you are using top-notch technology to solve it, count yourself in.
What happens after the program ends?

We will not leave any soldiers behind. Once you join One80 you will always have access to the community, our network and other community events.
What stages of startups do you invest in?

We invest in idea, pre-seed and seed stages.