Welcome to StartUp Rutland, where our mission is to catalyze economic development and sustainable progress through strategic investments in scalable & innovative pre-seed & seed stage startups.
Our goal is to attract and retain high-growth startups and entrepreneurs in Rutland, Vermont, with a hands-on approach through an incubation and acceleration program, leveraging our expertise and our global partner’s network to support our portfolio companies.
Approach
StartUp Rutland is an initiative launched by The Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region (CEDRR), which serves as both an early-stage venture capital fund, and an accelerator and incubator. Our vision is to bridge the gap in the Vermont venture capital and startup ecosystem by connecting startups to the broader US entrepreneurial landscape, enhancing visibility and awareness, enabling access to funding, expertise, and growth opportunities nationally.
Focus
Our investment thesis is founded with the vision that groundbreaking innovation, coupled with a commitment to positive economic growth and social responsibility, can shape a better future for generations to come in Vermont. We seek to support and nurture entrepreneurs who are disrupting traditional industries, addressing global challenges, and driving transformative advancements that align with our core values.
Mission
As a venture capital fund and accelerator, we recognize the critical role startups play in creating scalable and sustainable solutions. Our investment philosophy is driven by a triple bottom line approach, evaluating not only financial returns but also the positive impact on people and the region. Through rigorous due diligence and hands-on support as well as a global partner network, we aim to identify high-growth potential ventures that align with our mission, possess exceptional leadership, and demonstrate the potential to scale and revolutionize industries in Vermont. The directors, mentors and advisors of StartUp Rutland have a strong track record of working with founders and building valuable companies that were either acquired by a larger company or have become profitable ventures.
Our goal is to attract and retain high-growth startups and entrepreneurs in Rutland, Vermont, with a hands-on approach through an incubation and acceleration program, leveraging our expertise and our global partner’s network to support our portfolio companies.
Approach
StartUp Rutland is an initiative launched by Chamber & Economic Development of Rutland Region (CEDRR), which serves as both an early-stage venture capital fund, and an accelerator and incubator. Our vision is to bridge the gap in the Vermont venture capital and startup ecosystem by connecting startups to the broader US entrepreneurial landscape, enhancing visibility and awareness, enabling access to funding, expertise, and growth opportunities nationally.
Focus
Our investment thesis is founded with the vision that groundbreaking innovation, coupled with a commitment to positive economic growth and social responsibility, can shape a better future for generations to come in Vermont. We seek to support and nurture entrepreneurs who are disrupting traditional industries, addressing global challenges, and driving transformative advancements that align with our core values.
Mission
As a venture capital fund and accelerator, we recognize the critical role startups play in creating scalable and sustainable solutions. Our investment philosophy is driven by a triple bottom line approach, evaluating not only financial returns but also the positive impact on people and the region. Through rigorous due diligence and hands-on support as well as a global partner network, we aim to identify high-growth potential ventures that align with our mission, possess exceptional leadership, and demonstrate the potential to scale and revolutionize industries in Vermont. The directors, mentors and advisors of StartUp Rutland have a strong track record of working with founders and building valuable companies that were either acquired by a larger company or have become profitable ventures.
