The Berkshire Innovation Center (BIC) catalyzes to ignite innovation and foster sustainable growth for technology-focused companies. We achieve this through comprehensive programs promoting learning and enriching individuals pursuing technology-led careers. Our state-of-the-art research and innovation space allows people and companies to explore and develop new technologies, fostering a collaborative community of like-minded innovators.

The BIC Stage 2 Accelerator is a pivotal 35-week, hands-on, results-oriented program explicitly designed for early-stage tech startups focused on building physical products and transitioning to the manufacturing phase. This program provides critical support and resources to help startups navigate the complexities of product development and scale their operations effectively.

By convening and connecting a vibrant network of innovators, BIC ensures participants access to invaluable mentorship, industry connections, and a supportive environment. We aim to empower the next generation of technology leaders and drive economic growth through innovation.

Cleantech Open is the oldest and largest accelerator for cleantech startups, offering a national program akin to a mini MBA. It provides expert mentoring, professional connections, opportunities to compete for cash prizes, and access to goods and services without taking equity. Applications are accepted from January to April 2024, with the accelerator running from May to October.

The program includes 10 content modules and 9 deliverables, forming the foundation for each business and guiding startups through investment preparation. Each Northeast startup is paired with four mentors who act as an advisory board. Cleantech Open Northeast, managed by NECEC, spans Eastern Canada to Virginia, with 40-50 startups participating annually.

Since 2005, 74% of the 601 alums remain active or have had successful exits, raising over $1.47 billion and creating 4,400 jobs. The 2023 cohort’s emission reduction potential equates to removing 392 million gas-powered cars annually. In 2024, $70,000 in cash prizes and $300,000 in services will be offered.

Greentown Labs is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that catalyzes climate solutions through entrepreneurship, partnership, and collaboration. As the largest climate tech startup incubator in North America, Greentown unites startups, corporates, investors, policymakers, and others to scale climate technologies. Our mission is to provide startups with the community, connections, and resources they need to thrive.

We offer lab space, shared office space, machine shops, electronics labs, tool shops, software, business resources, and access to a vast network of corporate customers and investors. With incubators in Somerville, MA, and Houston, TX, Greentown is home to over 200 startups and has supported more than 500 since our founding in 2011. These startups have collectively created over 11,000 jobs and raised over $5.7 billion in funding.

Lever supports Massachusetts founders regardless of location, company stage, or business sector. We believe in leveling the playing field by providing all startup founders with connections, capital, and support. At Lever, we welcome all founders to find resources and community while expanding their networks and learning from each other.

Our vision is to create a robust and diversified regional economy that offers all a high quality of life. We aim to build and grow innovation-driven enterprises, attract regional revenues, and create jobs. We invest in people, prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion, and believe that young people are essential to making innovative companies.

Since our launch in 2014, Lever has led the Berkshire region’s entrepreneur ecosystem development. We continuously expand our professional networks to ensure all underrepresented groups have access to our programs and resources, fostering a diverse economy that benefits everyone. Success through collaboration is our core principle.

SeaAhead leverages partnerships with Massachusetts colleges, universities, and public and private organizations to provide startups with access to facilities for prototyping and testing. This asset-light, high-impact strategy of utilizing existing regional infrastructure helps catalyze the Massachusetts bluetech ecosystem and supports startups and entrepreneurs. Anchored in Greater Boston, SeaAhead's BlueSwell program aligns with the state's CleanTech priorities.

SeaAhead focuses on human, environmental, and business success, embracing the ethos of "People, planet, profits. Win, win, win." Our robust startup programs launch and nurture startups. At the same time, our active bluetech ecosystem connects founders, industry leaders, technical experts, and key stakeholders.

Since its inception in 2018, SeaAhead has addressed gaps in support infrastructure and funding for early-stage blue economy startups. By bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders, we have created an open innovation ecosystem that produces scalable commercial solutions to modern-day challenges. SeaAhead also invests in Seed and Series A startups with scalable ocean solutions, driving forward the future of the ocean economy.