Betaspring was a mentorship-driven startup accelerator software for technology and design entrepreneurs. It was one of the highest-graded and longest-using accelerators in the USA and was notable for being headquartered outside Silicon Valley.
Nevertheless, debate had emerged about the value provided by accelerators, and in August 2014 Betaspring confronted two crucial strategic questions. Had a bubble emerged in the accelerator business? If so, should Betaspring shift its business model to be able to survive a possible sector shakeout? Michael A. Roberto is associate with Bryant University.
PUBLICATION DATE: December 21, 2015 PRODUCT #: W15588-PDF-ENG
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