Desai Accelerator
Overview
Desai Accelerator is a startup accelerator program at the University of Michigan that provides funding, mentorship, and resources to early-stage ventures, with a focus on those founded by university alumni.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Movatic | Jun 2018 | Accelerator | Co-investor |
| Standd | May 2022 | Accelerator | Co-investor |
| Nochi Studios | Jun 2020 | Accelerator | Lead |
| Zenthos Energy | Feb 2024 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Jottful | Nov 2018 | Accelerator | Co-investor |
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Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is Desai Accelerator based?
Desai Accelerator is headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States.
When was Desai Accelerator founded?
Desai Accelerator was founded in 2014.
How many portfolio companies does Desai Accelerator have?
Desai Accelerator has 8 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Desai Accelerator's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Movatic, Standd, Nochi Studios, Zenthos Energy, Jottful.
What was Desai Accelerator's most recent investment shown here?
Desai Accelerator's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Zenthos Energy in 2024.
What sectors does Desai Accelerator focus on?
Desai Accelerator focuses on Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy & Sustainability, Enterprise Software, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Enterprise Software, Enterprise Software, Enterprise Software, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Cybersecurity, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Enterprise Software, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Consumer & Commerce.
What company stages does Desai Accelerator focus on?
Desai Accelerator typically invests at the Early stage.