Accelerator programs promise valuable mentorship and networking opportunities for new and emerging startups - but often require a significant commitment of time and resources in return. In this episode of the Business of Engineering Podcast, we chat to accelerator veterans from both sides of the table to explore the benefits and challenges associated with joining a program, and the most effective ways to get the best out of your experience.

Contributors to this episode are:

Ben Barker - Founder and M.D. at Artemis, a company specialising in producing high quality, innovative cold brew coffee products. 

Ian Emberton - Founder and M.D. at Xerogrid, a company that develops, designs and manufactures off-grid renewable energy systems to provide reliable, clean electricity in areas where mainstream sources are unavailable or unreliable. 

Annabell Gast - Entrepreneurial Acceleration Manager at the Natwest Business Accelerator, a program that enables entrepreneurs across the UK to reach their full potential through coaching, mentoring and one-to-one support. 

 

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