a16z speedrun

a16z speedrun is an intensive 12-week accelerator program designed for new, early-stage startups and founders from around the world. The program invests up to $1M in participating companies and provides an additional $5M+ in credits for various tools and services. Founders receive hands-on support from expert operators in areas such as sales, marketing, hiring, visa assistance, and fundraising. Participants also gain access to an elite network of over 600 founders, exclusive resources, events, and partners. The program focuses on guiding startups from idea to market launch, covering rapid product development, go-to-market strategy, fundraising, team building, and operational scaling. Since its launch in 2023, a16z speedrun has deployed over $180M to fund more than 150 startups, with over 250 companies backed and more than $300M invested across six cohorts. The program culminates in a Demo Day to showcase progress. It is open to pre-seed and seed-stage startups across various sectors including tech, AI, entertainment, consumer, fintech, health, and games.

To apply, visit the a16z speedrun website and begin the online application by entering your email. You will need to provide founder bios, company details, and information about what you are building. Required materials include a pitch deck (10-12 slides) and company incorporation details. A product demo link and a 2-minute intro video are optional but recommended.