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Northwestern Mutual Black Founder Accelerator
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJul 16, 2026
Northwestern Mutual Black Founder Accelerator

Northwestern Mutual Black Founder Accelerator

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Madison-based Northwestern Mutual Black Founder Accelerator invests in high-growth Black-led startups.

Location
Madison, WI, US
Founded
2021
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The Northwestern Mutual Black Founder Accelerator, based in Madison, Wisconsin, focuses on investing in high-growth startups founded by Black entrepreneurs. The accelerator typically invests in pre-seed and seed-stage companies, with investment amounts generally around $100,000. Their portfolio includes diverse sectors, reflecting a commitment to fostering innovation and growth among Black-led startups.

Notable portfolio companies include Qualifi, Stimulus, and 4Degrees, each having raised significant funding. The accelerator is powered by gener8tor, a nationally recognized startup accelerator. The program offers unique value-add services such as mentorship, networking opportunities, and access to additional capital resources, aiming to support the growth and success of their portfolio companies.

Portfolio Snapshot

Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages

Total Investments14
Current Portfolio Count14
Total Portfolio Exits0

Top Investment Stages

Seed7 (50.0%)
Pre-Seed6 (42.9%)
Grant1 (7.1%)

Stage Mix

Seed 50%Pre-Seed 43%Grant 7%

Concentration shown as share of disclosed investments by stage.

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Classification

NAICS
  • 520000Finance and Insurance
  • 523000Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
  • 523900Other Financial Investment Activities
  • 523990All Other Financial Investment Activities
  • 523999Miscellaneous Financial Investment Activities
SIC
  • 7300Business Services
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NAICS
  • 540000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services