XLR8UH: An award-winning venture accelerator, revolutionizing university innovation.
Location
Honolulu, HI, US
Founded
2014
XLR8UH is an award-winning venture accelerator partnered with the University of Hawaii and Sultan Ventures. As one of the first public university investment programs in the nation, it focuses on commercializing innovative startups emerging from the university ecosystem. The accelerator typically invests in seed and pre-seed rounds, with investments ranging from $25,000 to $75,000.
The accelerator's portfolio spans diverse sectors, including technology, sustainability, and healthcare. Notable companies include Kineticor, which raised $2.5 million, and Diagenetix. XLR8UH has been recognized by Forbes as one of the Best Startup Accelerators of 2017, highlighting its commitment to revolutionizing university innovation commercialization. The program offers workshops, events, and information sessions to support its startups.
Xlr8Uh - Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages