$150,000 Investment for Early-Stage Tech Startups – ERA Winter 2027

The Entrepreneurs Roundtable Accelerator (ERA) is offering $150,000 in seed investment to early-stage technology startups looking to accelerate their growth, attract investors and expand their businesses.

Based in New York City, ERA's Winter 2027 programme combines investment with four months of intensive mentoring, business development support and access to an established network of entrepreneurs, investors and industry experts.

Here's what you can expect:

• $150,000 in direct startup investment

• Four-month intensive accelerator programme

• Potential access to follow-on investment

• Access to a network of more than 1,000 mentors

• Free office and coworking space in New York City

• Business development and growth strategy support

• Guidance on fundraising, product development and customer acquisition

• Access to legal, financial and accounting support

• Cloud computing credits and startup benefits from technology partners

• Networking opportunities with investors, entrepreneurs and industry specialists

• Opportunity to pitch to investors at ERA's Demo Day

• Continued access to ERA's startup community after completing the programme

Who can apply?

ERA welcomes applications from early-stage technology startups across a wide range of industries.

Potential applicants include:

• Technology startups

• Software and SaaS businesses

• Artificial intelligence and machine learning companies

• FinTech startups

• HealthTech businesses

• ClimateTech and sustainability-focused companies

• Digital platforms and technology-enabled services

• Entrepreneurs developing scalable technology products

• Early-stage founders seeking investment and business development support

International startups can apply, provided they can participate in the programme in New York City and make meaningful use of the opportunities available there.

Applicants should demonstrate:

• An innovative technology-based business concept

• A clear market opportunity

• Potential for significant growth and scalability

• A committed founding team

• A willingness to work closely with mentors and investors

• Readiness to participate in the four-month accelerator

Important investment conditions:

ERA's funding is structured as a post-money SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity).

Selected companies receive $150,000 in exchange for 6% future equity ownership.

A SAFE is an investment agreement that converts into shares when a qualifying future equity financing takes place. It is not a traditional loan and does not accrue interest.

This means the programme is not an equity-free grant.

Investment: $150,000 per selected startup, through a 6% post-money SAFE.

Programme Duration: Four months

Programme Start: 11 January 2027

Location: New York City, USA

Deadline: 2 November 2026