eLab Accelerator

eLab Accelerator is a business accelerator focused on transforming Cornell University startups into successful businesses. Established in 2008 by the Student Agencies Foundation in collaboration with Entrepreneurship@Cornell, eLab supports student teams primarily at the pre-seed and seed stages. The program begins with a large cohort in the fall semester and narrows down in the spring based on performance evaluations, emphasizing customer discovery, pitching, and business model development.

Notable portfolio companies include FloraPulse and ProducePay, which have raised $5,000 and $1.4 million, respectively. eLab's investment philosophy centers on nurturing early-stage startups through structured programming and mentorship. The accelerator offers unique value-add services such as intensive workshops and access to a network of experienced entrepreneurs and investors, helping student-led ventures scale effectively.