Entrepreneurs

Access to Investor Visibility

OUR WHY

Alabama’s innovation ecosystem starts with entrepreneurship. Without founders, there is no ecosystem!

ACN wants to support you throughout your entrepreneurial journey. If you are a founder, submit your start-up today!
Our Process
APPLY
  • The first step is to fill out an initial company profile in Dealum.

    Once you have submitted your company application, our network will have immediate visibility into your startup.
Screening
  • The next step in our process is to screen your startup. The screening factors in the criteria below:

    • Based in Alabama
    • Minimum Viable Product (MVP)
    • $100k – $500k in ARR with a business plan to grow into $1M+
    • Referenceable clients


    The purpose of the screening criteria is to highlight objective key results for any startup business. The definition of an investable startup remains a moving target (i.e. existing traction, industry, etc.). Our goal is to share insight into where your startup stands in relation to this target.

Zoom Pitch & Showcase
  • Startups who pass the screening process will be invited to present to our network through a Zoom Pitch or Showcase. Presenting to our network is by invitation only.

    If your startup has not passed the screening process, please remain engaged. Our goal is to encourage you along your entrepreneurial journey and continue providing opportunities for growth and connection.

WHO WE'VE WORKED WITH

Past Showcase Companies