
Lair East Labs
We invest in three types of founder profiles: 1) industry veterans & domain experts, 2) DeepTech pioneers, and 3) international and immigrant founders. We back a founding team mad…
Lair East Labs at a glance
| Address | 900 Third Avenue, 29th Floor, New York, NY 10022 |
|---|---|
| Programmes | 2 standing programmes |
| Official website | laireastlabs.com |
Programmes they run
Standing programmes at Lair East Labs, separate from the funding calls above.
flagship accelerator program
AcceleratorA 3-month special program in New York City offering investment, match debt funding, mentorship, network, and workspace for promising startups.
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The program includes an investment of up to $150,000 and match debt funding up to $250,000. It focuses on founders with an international mindset who run companies building disruptive technology solutions for the global market, with an emphasis on cross-border acceleration and access to Asian markets. Application is by rolling admission.
ElevateA program
FellowshipA free virtual pre-accelerator program designed to support 100 early-stage tech founders from underserved communities each year.
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This is a free virtual pre-accelerator program. It is designed to support 100 early-stage tech founders from underserved communities each year.
Incubation tracks
The routes into Lair East Labs, and what each one includes.
| Track | Type | Space | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| flagship accelerator programup to $150,000 investment, match debt funding up to $250,000 | Acceleration | — | investment, match debt funding, mentorship, network, workspace |
| ElevateA programfree virtual program designed to support 100 early-stage tech founders from underserved communities each year | Pre-incubation | — | support |
Labs & facilities
Equipment and space on campus.
workspace
Support services
Help offered alongside funding and space.
About Lair East Labs
Lair East Labs is an accelerator that supports founders with a global vision and an international mindset, focusing on companies building disruptive technology solutions for the global market. It offers acceleration, investment, and an international community to help founders scale their ventures internationally. The organization provides bespoke mentorship, an investor network, and immersive workshops. Lair East Labs acts as a bridge between the U.S. and Asia, offering access to Asian markets and an Asia Innovation Tour. The incubator runs a flagship 3-month accelerator program in New York City and a free virtual pre-accelerator program for early-stage tech founders from underserved communities.
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Frequently asked questions about Lair East Labs
What does Lair East Labs do?
Lair East Labs is an accelerator that supports founders with a global vision and an international mindset, focusing on companies building disruptive technology solutions for the global market. It offers acceleration, investment, and an international community to help founders scale their ventures internationally.
Where is Lair East Labs located?
Lair East Labs is located at 900 Third Avenue, 29th Floor, New York, NY 10022.
What programs does Lair East Labs run?
Lair East Labs runs flagship accelerator program and ElevateA program.
What stage of startup does Lair East Labs support?
Lair East Labs supports startups at the Ideation, Validation and Early Revenue stages.
What facilities does Lair East Labs offer?
Lair East Labs offers workspace.
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