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title: 'Built Oregon opens applications for 2024 cohort of consumer product startups'
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# Built Oregon opens applications for 2024 cohort of consumer product startups

It’s been a minute since we’ve had an accelerator application open in town. But it’s that time of year for [Built Oregon](https://www.builtoregon.com/), the not-for-profit organization designed to support consumer product companies — from Nike and Tillamook through the newest farmers’ market stand — in the state of Oregon. Each year, Built selects a group of companies to receive mentorship and support through its accelerator program, all as part of their [ongoing efforts to demystify the mythology of building a successful consumer products company in Oregon](https://medium.com/@pdxmitch/the-mythology-of-startup-success-has-to-change-d8dfd00c365). So if that sounds interesting to you, [you should apply](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScH1UuQVznsy5AS93bg-O0n7HxyWL_TidV18okVAgij-C5mSg/viewform).

Need more specifics on what they’re seeking? Cool. I’m glad you asked. Here are the FAQs:

**What stage company are we looking to work with?**
We are risk takers and not afraid of diving in and helping early stage companies through the Built network at any time. For the accelerator program, we are looking to engage companies with ideally $75K-$1.5MM in revenue. Don’t hit that revenue mark, but getting close? A little over but looking for some key support for growth? Have an awesome product you think is compelling enough for us to take on? Go ahead and fill out the application as we also focus heavily on the idea, team and product potential – and not solely on the revenue side of things.

**What do we consider a consumer product?**
Food and beverage. Apparel, outdoor, and footwear. Health and beauty. Home accessories. Pet products. Our belief is that if you are selling a product to a consumer, you are a consumer product company. We also believe that the diversity of the products is a positive attribute within Oregon and want that to be expressed in the accelerator.

**Are there strings attached?**
Other than a time commitment, no. None. Zero. We are working hard to build a founder friendly accelerator that does not cost anything and takes zero equity from the program companies. We will look to leverage our community and social capital, including access to mentors and resources. Our goal is your well being and financial gain, not ours.

Still sounding like you and your company…? Cool. Applications are open until June 5, 2024. [Please take the opportunity to apply at your earliest convenience](https://lnkd.in/eAzDsiZb).

For more information on the organization and its programs, visit [Built Oregon](https://www.builtoregon.com/).

*\[Full disclosure: I am the cofounder of Built Oregon and I advise on the accelerator program.\]*

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