Luminate Accelerator

Now on NextCorps' Forward Faster podcast: Luminate board member and President of global tech group Jenoptik, Jay Kumler, shares his experience on both sides of M&A. https://luminate.org/mergers-acquisitions-jay-kumler/

Wearable tech you actually want to wear? Check out how Rochester-based Vuzix is changing the game with its new Next Gen Smart Glasses.

If you know Luminate, you know Damon Diehl. Our Technology Program Manager, resident pitch coach, and optics nerd, Damon helps our startups strengthen their business case and connect to the regional resources they need. Get a closer look at Damon's path to Luminate and his insights for tech startups: https://luminate.org/lead-with-why-and-other-pitch-tips-fr/

Check out Photonics Media: 3 questions with Nish Sonwalkar, founder of SunDensity Inc. (our $1M recipient at Finals 2020).

Today's the day! If you haven't applied to Luminate yet, you have until 11:59 PM EST tonight. Don't think you'll get in? Not sure you're a fit? We are confident there is NO downside to applying. Doing so gets you in front of industry experts, and it could be your startup's path to $100,000 initial investment PLUS $1,000,000 in follow-on funding at the end of the six-month accelerator. (And it shouldn't take you longer than 30 minutes. Yes, there's a video component to applying, but we're not looking for professional videos!) Take your shot. Apply now: https://luminate.org/apply/