We empower foreign-born entrepreneurs to establish their startup in America.
Based in Austin, Texas, we are dedicated to helping foreign-born entrepreneurs achieve success in the United States. Our comprehensive 12-month program offers an immersive experience, providing free housing, office space, and comprehensive relocation assistance. Understanding the unique challenges of launching a company in a new country, we offer personalized mentorship to guide entrepreneurs through every step of the process. Our goal is to equip our startup founders with the right tools and knowledge necessary to thrive in the U.S. business landscape.
OUR STORY
We know what it takes for foreign-born founders to succeed.
International Accelerator's journey began with Angelos Angelou, an immigrant from Greece who arrived in the United States with a dream and a determination to succeed. His journey led him to become a pivotal economic development leader at the City of Austin’s Chamber of Commerce in the early 1980s, where he is often credited as the “chief architect” behind Austin’s evolution into a global technology hub. His contributions have earned him a reputation as one of the power players in Austin.
Driven by a desire to give back and help others achieve their dreams, Angelos established International Accelerator. With a vision to support and empower foreign-born entrepreneurs our program was designed to provide the essential resources, guidance, and community that he wished for during his own journey.
Our program reflects this mission, offering comprehensive support that includes free housing, office space, relocation assistance, and introductions to key industry players. We surround our participants with experienced mentors, an extensive network of corporate partners, investors, and alumni, along with funding opportunities, workshops, and curated resources. By fostering a supportive and nurturing environment, we aim to set up startup founders from around the world for success in the dynamic U.S. ecosystem.
Angelos Angelou's story is a testament to the power of perseverance and community, and it is this spirit that drives our accelerator. We are committed to helping the next generation of global entrepreneurs thrive in the United States, just as Angelos did.
OUR TEAM
We combine industry expertise and personal experience to support you.
Angelos Angelou
Founder & CEO
Jack Whelan
Director of Business Development
Esther Angelou
Office Manager
Parke Benjamin
Chief Operating Officer
Vy Tran
Marketing Manager
James Smith
Chief Growth Officer
Andrei Buzatu
Director of International Business Development
OUR NETWORK
We connect you with a robust network of mentors, advisors, and partners to fuel your growth.
Mentors help develop objectives and plans throughout the duration of the program, and maintain longer-term relationships to further the success of the company after the program ends.
Investor, Advisor, Board of DirectorsCEO, Best Seller Author
Andres Carvallo
Co-Director, CIEDAR Consortium, Fellow, Materials Applications Research Center
Professor of Innovation, Texas State University
Andrew Drach
Entrepreneur, Scientist,Tech Enthusiast
Antonio Lopes
COO & Director at Kinematix
Arun Prakesh
Managing Director at Carbon Arrow
Investor in Space Angels Network
Principal at Customer Concentric
MBA+ Program Project Coach at The University of Austin
Ben Eynon
CTO of Strap Technologies
Sr Director, R&D at SUSS MicroTec
President & CEO at IDM
CEO at Strategic Pathways
CEO at Iron Bridge Private Wealth
Vice President, Global Account Management,Tokyo Electron America
Managing Director, StaticLabs
Venture Partner at Topline Ventures
Founder of Brazil USA Business Connect - Green Tech Trade Association
Ken Platt
Founder & Managing Director at Clark Addison Group
Advisor, Mentor, Investor
Martin Tyson
Founder at High Five Inspirations
CRO at Global Agility Solutions
Cockrell Family Regents Chair at UT Austin
SVP at Toyota Group
Omar Zaki
Venture Partner at TechRanch
Venture Partner at AmberShore Group
Founder of Designia
Ruben Arias
Cofounder and CEO of Beereaders
VP International Operations at Technology Industry Group