Programs That Turn Innovation Into Impact
From startup acceleration to university partnerships, Accelerate Long Island offers structured programs that help entrepreneurs, researchers, and stakeholders bring growth ideas to life.
What Our Programs Deliver
Accelerate Long Island’s programs are designed to bridge the gap between early-stage innovation and real world success. Whether you’re a founder applying to the Hot Spot or a researcher seeking to commercialize your discovery, our initiatives offer the infrastructure, insight, and introductions to move you forward.
- NHands-on mentorship and coaching
- NFounder-investor matchmaking
- N Research-to-market guidance
- N Startup funding readiness
- N Ecosystem introductions
The Hot Spot: Long Island’s Startup Gateway
Our flagship program, The Hot Spot, is a selective accelerator for early-stage tech and life science startups. Companies accepted into the Hot Spot receive strategic mentorship, access to vetted service providers, and connections to investors and regional partners.
- NExclusive access to ALI’s private portal
- NMentorship from experienced entrepreneurs and advisors
- NStartup visibility across Long Island’s innovation network
- NPathways to funding, resources, and commercialization support
From Research Lab to Real-World Venture
Accelerate LI works directly with researchers at institutions like Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, Stony Brook University, and Brookhaven National Lab to support the commercialization of groundbreaking technologies.
Whether it’s IP navigation, business modeling, or startup formation, our team helps translate discoveries into funded ventures.
Regional Growth, Startup by Startup
We collaborate with local governments, economic development agencies, and mission-aligned partners to build a more inclusive, high-impact innovation economy.
Support for innovation districts and tech corridors
Academic partnership pipelines
Co-branded initiatives with nonprofit and civic organizations
Resource sharing and workforce development campaigns
Ready to Join Long Island’s Innovation Movement?
Whether you’re launching a new company or looking to commercialize your research, ALI’s programs are built to accelerate your next milestone.