Accelerate

Your Launchpad for Startup Success

Why Join Pegasus Accelerate?

Accelerate connects startups with top investors and mentors to provide the guidance and resources needed to grow and scale. Join our three-month program starting in Spring 2025 in Santa Monica, CA, tailored to help you achieve your business goals.

Access to a Powerful Network

Our network goes beyond funding. With over 500 seasoned investors, we connect you with mentors who can guide, advise, and champion your success.

Expert Guidance at Every Step

From marketing your product to scaling operations and connecting with clients, our mentors bring the expertise you need to navigate the startup journey.

Your Shortcut to Success

Don’t face the startup grind alone. Partner with us and our network of angel investors and mentors to propel your business to the next level.

Benefits & Metrics

  • 5X Increase Valuation

    Driving exponential growth.

  • Tens of Millions Raised

    Fueling innovation through capital.

  • 1253% MRR Increase

    Transforming revenue growth.

  • $1M In Perks

    Unlocking exclusive resources.

  • .76% Acceptance Rate

    Selective, top-tier talent.

  • 850+

    Mentors & Advisors to choose from

What Our Founders Say

LaTecia Johnson

Founder & CEO - INGENIUS

Shrey Kapoor

Founder & CEO - MedSetGo

Angelo Huang

Founder & CEO - Swif

“Pegasus has been a game-changer for our growth. The mentorship, especially from Lucas, has been invaluable in refining our strategies, improving team communication, and helping us scale. With their support in go-to-market, team, and investor relations, we’ve built a solid foundation and are excited to take the company to the next level.”
— Oscar R. García, Founder of Need2Say
“The biggest value I’ve gained from the Pegasus program is the incredible hands-on support from Lucas Pols, mentors, and guest speakers. They’ve been there throughout our journey, helping refine our vision and elevate RxPost. Griffin even helped us find a sales candidate who’s been a perfect culture fit and added tremendous value to our team.”
— Amantha Bagdon, Founder of RxPost

Eligibilty

Who We’re Looking For

Early-stage startups ready to invest time and effort into growth.

Traction Matters

Show us you’ve made progress with your product or service.

Open to All Industries

We’re industry agnostic and consider startups in every sector.

Program Overview

  • Weekly Program Syllabus

    12-Week Curriculum

    Each week, we offer a dynamic and comprehensive experience designed to equip founders with the tools, connections, and insights to thrive:

    One-on-One Office Hours: Personalized guidance from our experienced team.

    Mentor Connections: Tailored introductions to mentors within our extensive network.

    In addition, we host two in-person classes each week, covering a range of critical topics. Past classes have included:

    Brand Strategy, Fundraising, Intern Recruiting, CAC, LTV, & Margins, Channels & Partnerships, Pricing, Cap Tables, Series A and Beyond, UI/UX Best Practices, Boards, Founder Dilemmas, Financials, Growth Hacking, Go-To-Market Strategies

    As the program nears the end, we help you refine your pitch and prepare for a major event to attract investor capital.

    Practice Pitch Sessions: Dedicated time to refine and perfect your pitch.

    Annual Event: Take the stage at our high-impact event with a room full of engaged investors.

  • Benefits

    $100,000 Investment: Receive $100,000 in funding, up to a valuation cap of $3.5M, to fuel your next stage of growth.

    Customized Growth Plans: Work with us to create tailored objectives and KPIs for your company, focusing on critical areas like sales, product development, hiring/firing, and operational efficiency.

    Access to Additional Funding: Get facilitated introductions to top-tier investors and funding sources to secure follow-on investments.

    Strategic Advisor Boards: Build out your advisory board to address operational gaps and accelerate your company’s progress.

    Three-Month Intensive Program: Participate in a curriculum to help you avoid early-stage pitfalls and scale strategically.

    Unmatched Mentor Network: Tap into our network of seasoned mentors for guidance, connections, and support across all facets of your business.

    $1M Perks Package: Access a suite of perks, tools, and resources to help reduce burn and drive efficiency at every growth stage.

 FAQs

  • The program includes weekly group sessions focused on key sales strategies and personalized one-on-one coaching to address your specific challenges. Each week builds on the last, offering a clear roadmap to sales mastery and scalability.

  • Each cohort is highly selective, accepting only 10–20 startups from thousands of applications each year to ensure personalized attention and tailored support.

  • The curriculum focuses on mastering sales, including pipeline management, growth hacking, prospecting, go-to-market strategies, customer retention, and leadership skills. Check out the weekly breakdown in the program overview.

  • We don’t invest cash upfront. Instead, we operate on advisor equity, taking a 0.5–2% stake in participating startups. Top-performing companies may be invited to Pegasus Accelerate, where we invest $100,000.

  • The program includes a weekly 1-2 hour group session, one-on-one mentoring, and additional time for assignments and applying the strategies to your business.

  • Startups must apply through our online portal. We review thousands of applications annually, selecting only the most promising 10 startups per cohort. Shortlisted applicants may be invited for an interview before final selection.

  • Pegasus Ascend is focused specifically on teaching sales mastery and scaling. Unlike traditional accelerators, we don’t provide upfront cash but instead deliver unmatched value through a tailored program, personalized mentorship, and access to our extensive network.

  • Graduates gain a stronger foundation to scale their businesses, and the most exceptional startups may be invited to Pegasus Accelerate, where we invest $100,000 to further fuel their growth.

  • No, the program is delivered virtually, allowing startups from anywhere to participate without the need to relocate.

  • Pegasus Ascend operates on an advisor equity model, taking 0.5–2% equity in your startup in exchange for the program. There are no upfront costs.

  • Absolutely. Pegasus Ascend is designed to help startups at various funding stages refine their sales strategies and achieve scalable growth.

  • By the end of Pegasus Ascend, you’ll have a refined sales process, actionable strategies to close more deals, a stronger go-to-market approach, and connections to scale your business. Top performers may also secure additional funding through Pegasus Accelerate.