Invitation to Apply: WBENC Industry Accelerator Program 2025 for Entrepreneurs (Financing Up to $10,000)

The WBENC Industry Accelerator Program 2025 for Entrepreneurs is a cohort-style accelerator offering virtual education sessions, mentorship, and a pitch competition, culminating in a chance to win $10,000 in funding.

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When is the deadline for applications?

Applications are open August 1–15, 2025.

🎯 Which fields qualify?

Any market-ready or in-market business solutions—no future or conceptual ideas.

📌 The type:

Business accelerator with education, mentorship, and pitch opportunities.

🧑‍💼 Who is eligible to apply?

  • Must be the owner of the company
  • Submit a 60-second elevator pitch video
  • Business must be registered in Kroger’s Supplier Hub
  • Only one person per company can apply and participate

🧠 How Do They Choose Applicants?

Applicants are evaluated based on their market-ready business solution, pitch quality, and alignment with Kroger’s needs. Selected participants are notified by September 1, 2025.

🌍 Which nations are qualified?

Open to U.S.-based businesses (Kroger operates in the U.S.)

📍 Where will the prize be accepted?

The program and pitch competition are virtual.

🎖 How Many Honors?

One business owner will be awarded $10,000 after the final pitch competition.

🎁 What Advantage Does the Award Offer?

  • Live virtual pitch opportunity
  • Mentoring from Kroger experts
  • Exposure to Kroger’s supplier diversity and buying teams
  • Possibility to pilot a contract (not guaranteed)

⏳ What’s the Duration of the Award?

The program runs from September 11 to October 17, 2025.

📝 How do I Apply?

  1. Register in Kroger’s Supplier Hub
  2. Prepare your 60-second pitch video
  3. Submit your application between August 1–15

🔗 👉 Click Here to Apply


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