The JumpStart Trailblazer accelerator launched in March 2024 offers targeted support and critical resources to fuel innovation and prepare startups for venture capital investment. The program focuses on development of a minimum viable product (MVP) in preparation of raising venture capital.
Trailblazer consists of two programs dedicated to NEO innovation areas. The Trailblazer HealthTech Accelerator focuses on medical devices and related products. The Trailblazer Software Accelerator supports software and digital technology including SaaS, mobile applications, and software applications.
Non-Dilutive Funding for Critical Services
Qualifying startups receive up to $125K in expert services to get the startup ready to raise capital. JumpStart covers 100% of the first $50K of eligible expenses and 35% of the next $215K of eligible expenses. Services are provided by JumpStart approved partners, ensuring professional services delivered by vetted partners.
Partner are provided services at a substantial discount, making the funding stretch even farther and qualifying for matching funds from the State of Ohio.
Preferred Partnership
Sanctuary Software Studio, Inc. joined the Trailblazer program during the initial cohort and has been awarded Preferred Partner status. Participating Trailblazer startups in HealthTech and Software Accelerators receive a 25% discount on services with invoicing directed to JumpStart. With extensive media and software service offerings, Trailblazer companies have engaged Sanctuary Software in firmware development, cloud software, artificial intelligence, devops, and mobile application design.
Trailblazer Testimonials
Here’s what some of the Trailblazer startups have to say about their experience with Sanctuary Software.
Sanctuary Software is your tried and tested partner if you are a startup. They understand your needs and will go great lengths to accomplish the goals you set. They were part of my earlier company collaboration where they fully developed software that is now running in 100s of offices and continue to develop outstanding solutions for my new company.
Sanctuary Software has been a great product development partner to TurningMode for over five years. Sanctuary Software was turnkey developer of the Vision AI application that was successfully sold to an aerospace company. They are now developing AWARE AI for TurningMode. From understanding customer and product requirements to product development and testing, Sanctuary Software has proven over and over to have the skill set and depth necessary to be your partner for product development.
Jorge Zapata. Consulting Partner
Aware AI – Turning Mode
Sanctuary Software has been an incredible partner, providing highly knowledgeable developers who worked efficiently and were flexible throughout the entire process. Their team played a critical role in helping deliver our startup’s first product by helping develop our custom machine learning model and cloud-based data collection, and they’ll be our first call the next time we’re looking for external dev work.
Startups have chosen to partner with Sanctuary Software throughout its 30 year history. High availability, flexible services, and a track record of successful delivery continues to attract new ideas and pull in VC recommendations. Take a look at the gallery of innovative startups working with Sanctuary Software.
Contact Sanctuary Software for additional information if you are a startup participating in the Trailblazer Accelerator program. Startups interested in joining the Trailblazer program should contact JumpStart regarding the next available cohort or reach out to Sanctuary Software to facilitate an introduction.
