gBETA
Alabama Forestry Accelerator
Agnostic
Investment
No investment
- Deadline
- Feb 1, 2026
- Applications
- Closed
- Location
- Dothan
- Duration
- 7 weeks
Applications are closed
The application window closed Feb 1, 2026. This page stays here for the record.
About this program
The Alabama Forestry Accelerator – Winter 2026 is a free, seven-week gBETA accelerator for early-stage forestry startups. The program is designed to help founders improve execution, refine their business model, and become investor-ready. Companies receive hands-on coaching from gener8tor, structured educational sessions, and direct access to mentors and investors. The program concludes with investor swarms and a public showcase.
Key Benefits
- One-on-one coaching with a gBETA Program Manager
- Weekly Lunch & Learns and Mentor Swarms
- Curated investor pitch meetings and showcase
Eligibility
- Early-stage forestry startups
- Venture-backable companies with local roots
- Founders able to commit 5–7 hours per week
Program Structure
- Seven-week in-person accelerator
- Weeks 1–6: team meetings, workshops, mentor swarms
- Week 7: investor swarms and final showcase
Dates & Duration
- Program duration: 7 weeks
- Program start date: February 19th, 2026
- Program end date: April 10th, 2026
The program requires no fees and takes no equity, with a commitment expectation of at least 85% attendance.