The Food Business Accelerator (FBA) by CitySeed and Collab is a statewide accelerator for Connecticut early stage food entrepreneurs!
Entrepreneurs who fit best and get the most out of the program demonstrate:
Willingness to Learn: This program includes weekly 1-on-1 coaching and workshops where you’ll be introduced to new ideas and other perspectives. Entrepreneurs who benefit the most from this program have a willingness to have their ideas and processes challenged and refined.
Commitment and Availability: This program is intensive. Participating in the FBA will ask for your time, attention, and focus. In order to get the most from the program, it is preferred that you are able to give your undivided attention and access shared documents during workshops and 1-on-1s. Workshops take place Wednesday evenings 6-8pm, and 1-on-1s occur weekdays 9am-5pm.
Passion for Community Building: This program is committed to creating an anti-racist, inclusive, and vibrant entrepreneurial community, and seeks to hold space for Black, Latinx, and women entrepreneurs. Our community of entrepreneurs come from all backgrounds but share this commitment to fostering a safe learning environment for their fellow cohort members.
For further information on the program, tips on applying, and more, attend our info session on October 17th at 4:00pm. Sign up here:
ALL FBA 2024 PROGRAM DATES (All Wednesdays from 6-8pm):
January 10
January 17
January 24
January 31
February 7
February 14
February 21
February 28
March 6
March 13
March 20
March 27Our goal is to understand all aspects of your business idea through this application. We understand that there are various ways of creative expression, and if you prefer, you can submit a short video application (under 5 minutes) or add a video to elaborate on your application. This video can include information about you and your team, the food you make, your mission - anything that would help enhance your application! Please email it to
vetiveah@cityseed.org .
Important things to keep in mind in filling out this application:-Use a separate document to draft your responses. You cannot save your responses on this page. We recommend working on the application on a separate document and copy pasting the answers afterward.
-Keep your responses to 500 words or less. Applications with thorough and clear responses are often more successful.
Applications are due on Sunday, November 12th at 11:59PM. You will hear back from us in mid-December. If you have any trouble completing this form, don't hesitate to reach out to us at
vetiveah@cityseed.org .
Thank you!
