Programs
Pitch prep, pitch practice, deck design, startup education, and curated resources for founders at every stage.
Non-Profit Business Accelerator · Ponte Vedra, FL
Helping
Startups Startup.
AcceleratePV is a 12-week non-profit accelerator in Ponte Vedra built for early-stage founders. We provide the education, structure, and connections to help you build something real.
501(c)(3)Tax-exempt non-profit · IRS recognized
Our Mission
Education.
Community. Capital.
AcceleratePV exists to build the startup ecosystem in Ponte Vedra and Northeast Florida. We give early-stage founders the structure, mentorship, and community they need to move from idea to investor-ready.
We are the educational and community arm of the Crosswater Capital ecosystem, operating as a 501(c)(3) non-profit. No equity taken. No fees. Just founders building companies together.
Events
Mastermind groups, pitch nights, Demo Days, workshops, and networking events in Ponte Vedra and NE Florida.
Services
Curated service providers — legal, accounting, design, marketing, and more — to help your startup grow faster.
Community
Mentors, investors, advisors, service providers, founders, and friends. The Ponte Vedra startup community, in one place.
Industry Focus
Verticals &
Expertise
We work with startups across all sectors. We have specialized focus and deep expertise in five high-impact verticals where our mentor and investor network is strongest.
Open to all innovative startups ready to build.
Life Sciences
MedTech · HealthTech · FemTech
Biotech, pharma, diagnostics, medical devices, digital health platforms, and clinical software.
Aerospace
UAV · Systems · Commercial
Aerospace technology, UAV systems, and commercial space — one of Florida's fastest-growing sectors.
Defense
Dual-Use · Security · Tech
Defense technology, cybersecurity, and dual-use systems with commercial and government applications.
Robotics
Industrial · Surgical · Autonomous
Industrial, surgical, and autonomous robotic systems built for commercial scale and critical applications.
Artificial Intelligence
Applied AI · Machine Learning
Applied AI and machine learning solutions across enterprise, healthcare, defense, and consumer markets.
All Sectors Welcome
If you're building something real
Our focus verticals are where our network is deepest — but we review every application from every sector.
What We Offer
Programs & Resources
Everything a founder needs to go from idea to investor-ready. All programs are offered through AcceleratePV at no cost to participants.
Program 01
12-Week Accelerator
Our flagship cohort program. Structured education, weekly accountability, and Demo Day with investor access.
- Business strategy & validation
- Investor readiness & pitch prep
- Financial modeling & projections
- Demo Day with PV Angels access
- 10 founders per cohort, twice per year
Program 02
Pitch Prep & Practice
Structured pitch coaching for founders preparing for investor meetings, competitions, or Demo Day.
- One-on-one pitch coaching sessions
- Pitch deck design & review
- Live Q&A rehearsal with advisors
- Pitch night events (open format)
Program 03
Events & Community
Regular programming for the broader Ponte Vedra startup community — founders, advisors, and investors welcome.
- Monthly mastermind groups
- Pitch nights & Demo Days
- Workshops on key startup topics
- Networking events & partner introductions
Who We Back
Founders Who
Put In the Work
We don't require revenue, a prototype, or a co-founder. We require a real problem, conviction, and the commitment to participate fully for 12 weeks.
Early-Stage Founders
Idea stage to first revenue. We're most useful before you've locked into a path that isn't working — or when you need structure to move faster.
Ponte Vedra & NE Florida
Preference for founders based in the Ponte Vedra, Nocatee, and Jacksonville area. Remote participation considered case by case.
International Founders
International founders entering the U.S. market via the Crosswater Capital Soft Landing program are eligible and encouraged to apply.
Full Participation
12 weeks of active engagement. Cohort members hold each other accountable — partial commitment isn't fair to the group or to your own growth.
What you leave with
Every AcceleratePV graduate completes the program with a full package — whether or not you raise capital during the cohort.
- Validated business model & GTM strategy
- Investor-grade pitch deck
- Financial model & projections
- Due diligence readiness checklist
- Executive summary & one-pager
- Warm intro to Ponte Vedra Angels network
- Ongoing access to Crosswater Capital advisors
The Ecosystem
Backed by Crosswater Capital
AcceleratePV is the educational and community arm of the Crosswater Capital ecosystem. Graduates receive first look from Ponte Vedra Angels, direct access to the Crosswater Capital advisory team, and pathways into the Soft Landing program for international founders.
Explore Crosswater CapitalAdvisory & Capital for Founders · Ponte Vedra, FL
- —Soft Landing & U.S. Market Entry
- —Capital Strategy & Raise Readiness
- — Ponte Vedra Angels Investor Network
- — Open Source Innovation (OSI)
Apply
Join the Next Cohort
Cohorts run twice per year with 10 founders each. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
- Location
- 205 Marketside Ave, Suite 200 · Ponte Vedra, FL 32081
- Hours
- Mon–Fri · 9 AM – 5 PM
- Cohort
- 10 founders · twice per year
- Duration
- 12 weeks
- Contact
- team@acceleratepv.com