About VIP-X
VIP-X is an intensive 3.5-month educational accelerator tailored for ventures poised for significant growth. The program offers a comprehensive curriculum, direct mentorship from industry experts, a robust support network, and personalized guidance to support founders to and through the launch of their venture. Notable VIP-X alumni include Neuroflow, Avisi, AAVRANI, Clove, Strella, MDAlly, and others.
There are three cycles per year: spring, fall, and summer. A venture may participate in VIP-X for only one cycle. After the completion of the three-month membership term, founders exit the program but are encouraged to stay engaged with VIP-Community (VIP-C) and explore additional Venture Lab opportunities. (If you are located in the San Francisco/Bay Area, you might be interested in the VIP accelerator there. Please note that participation is exclusive to one accelerator – you cannot engage in both. Evaluate your options accordingly.)
Program Highlights:
- Advanced group coaching sessions
- 1:1 Advising
- Priority access to VIP Practicum (Fall & Spring)
- Tailored workshops with industry experts
- Exclusive 1:1 sessions with EIRs
- $5,000+ in non-dilutive grant funding
- Peer support within the cohort community
- Opportunity to be paired with a mentor (Peisach Mentoring Initiative)
Important Dates:
- Applications Open: April 17th, 2024
- Applications Close: May 15th, 2024
- Interview Dates: May 21st - May 23rd, 2024
- Program Runs: June 3rd, 2024 - August 23rd, 2024
Who Should Apply: Demonstrably committed entrepreneurs leading high-potential ventures. Ideal candidates have successfully navigated market validation, established a robust product-market fit with real customers, and crafted solid business models. Competitive applicants typically possess:
- Well-structured Teams: Clearly defined roles within well-organized teams actively working to fill knowledge gaps.
- Iterative Prototyping: Demonstrated ability to iterate prototypes based on valuable customer feedback.
- Compelling Value Proposition: Strong and clear value proposition informed by comprehensive market research and customer feedback.
- Customer-Centric Approach: Demonstrated understanding of the target market with active engagement and responsiveness to customer needs.
- Strategic Vision: Clear understanding of resources and expertise necessary for sustained growth, including a strategic vision for scaling the venture beyond its current stage.
Questions? Review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you still have questions, you can email Valentina Goutorova at goutorov@wharton.upenn.edu with "VIP-X" in the subject line.
VIP-X/PHL 2023-2024
About VIP-X
VIP-X is an intensive 3.5-month educational accelerator tailored for ventures poised for significant growth. The program offers a comprehensive curriculum, direct mentorship from industry experts, a robust support network, and personalized guidance to support founders to and through the launch of their venture. Notable VIP-X alumni include Neuroflow, Avisi, AAVRANI, Clove, Strella, MDAlly, and others.
There are three cycles per year: spring, fall, and summer. A venture may participate in VIP-X for only one cycle. After the completion of the three-month membership term, founders exit the program but are encouraged to stay engaged with VIP-Community (VIP-C) and explore additional Venture Lab opportunities. (If you are located in the San Francisco/Bay Area, you might be interested in the VIP accelerator there. Please note that participation is exclusive to one accelerator – you cannot engage in both. Evaluate your options accordingly.)
Program Highlights:
- Advanced group coaching sessions
- 1:1 Advising
- Priority access to VIP Practicum (Fall & Spring)
- Tailored workshops with industry experts
- Exclusive 1:1 sessions with EIRs
- $5,000+ in non-dilutive grant funding
- Peer support within the cohort community
- Opportunity to be paired with a mentor (Peisach Mentoring Initiative)
Important Dates:
- Applications Open: April 17th, 2024
- Applications Close: May 15th, 2024
- Interview Dates: May 21st - May 23rd, 2024
- Program Runs: June 3rd, 2024 - August 23rd, 2024
Who Should Apply: Demonstrably committed entrepreneurs leading high-potential ventures. Ideal candidates have successfully navigated market validation, established a robust product-market fit with real customers, and crafted solid business models. Competitive applicants typically possess:
- Well-structured Teams: Clearly defined roles within well-organized teams actively working to fill knowledge gaps.
- Iterative Prototyping: Demonstrated ability to iterate prototypes based on valuable customer feedback.
- Compelling Value Proposition: Strong and clear value proposition informed by comprehensive market research and customer feedback.
- Customer-Centric Approach: Demonstrated understanding of the target market with active engagement and responsiveness to customer needs.
- Strategic Vision: Clear understanding of resources and expertise necessary for sustained growth, including a strategic vision for scaling the venture beyond its current stage.
Questions? Review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you still have questions, you can email Valentina Goutorova at goutorov@wharton.upenn.edu with "VIP-X" in the subject line.