Southwest Colorado Accelerator Program for Entrepreneurs - aVenture Asset Manager Research
Location
Durango, CO, US
Founded
2013
Southwest Colorado Accelerator Program for Entrepreneurs (SCAPE) focuses on scaling high-growth, job-creating companies in the Four Corners region. The program provides education, mentoring, and access to funding for startups and early-stage companies. SCAPE typically invests in seed and Series A rounds, supporting entrepreneurs in Southwest Colorado.
SCAPE has launched 43 companies that have collectively raised $27 million in capital and created 200 local jobs. Notable portfolio companies include Iron-IQ, which has raised $3.5 million, and Rerouted, which has secured $240,000 in funding. The accelerator's mission is powered by community mentors who provide valuable guidance to participating startups, fostering a supportive entrepreneurial ecosystem in the region.
Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages
Portfolio Companies2
Current Portfolio Count2
Top Investment Stages
Seed1 (50.0%)
Series A1 (50.0%)
Stage Mix
Seed 50%Series A 50%
Concentration shown as share of disclosed investments by stage.
