Wells Fargo Startup Accelerator

Launched in 2014, the Wells Fargo Startup Accelerator was a corporate venture program designed to foster and invest in early-stage technology companies. The program provided seed funding (up to $1 million), mentorship from Wells Fargo executives, and guidance to help startups refine their products and business models. Unlike many accelerators, it operated on a non-exclusive basis, allowing portfolio companies to seek additional funding and work with other financial institutions. The program focused on a wide range of innovations, including AI, payments, cybersecurity, and customer experience. In 2022, Wells Fargo announced that the program had concluded after successfully supporting over 30 startups.