Applications Open For gBETA Pre-Accelerator

Spring 2026 cohort applications are open through February 15 for gBETA Gulf Coast, a pre-accelerator designed to enhance go-to-market strategies, operations, corporate structure and investor readiness over the course of seven weeks beginning on March 5. Up to five companies from a range of verticals (with a particular focus on Industry 4.0) will be selected from a competitive applicant pool to participate in the program. Participating companies will receive individualized coaching and mentorship, Weekly “Lunch & Learns” and “Mentor Swarms,” introductions to 25 institutional investors, deals and perks from vendors valued at more than $1 million, ongoing post-program support and $10,000 in technical assistance from Innovation Portal in Mobile.