NMotion Announces 2018 Cohort and Changes to Program

NMotion, Lincoln’s startup accelerator, has announced its 2018 cohort of teams along with some changes in the program.

“Moving forward the aim is to focus on the acceleration of our startups,” said Managing Director Carlos Estrada. “This year we have teams with more traction, and at least 2 or 3 people on their team. We’re aiming for more focus on scaling.”

The five teams chosen for the 2018 cohort are part of a larger group that is completing NMotion Academy, a virtual 8-week program that leverages cutting-edge, hands-on learning to provide individuals and teams with real-world startup experience.

“The Academy is virtual, all online, which means that we can reach almost any geographical area,” Estrada said. “The virtual academy allows all participants to test ideas before potentially moving into the intensive accelerator program.”

The Academy covers various components previously offered through the 90-day accelerator program, and participants learn from talking to customers, partners and competitors. Once accepted into the accelerator, guidance is provided based on a crowd-sourced tool called Startup Development Phasesthat diagnoses where each startup fits.

“Once teams are accepted in the accelerator we are able to provide the best coaching and mentoring, and customize how fast each team is willing to go,” Estrada said. “Working with teams that are further along in the development phases of a startup will allow NMotion to provide more targeted guidance and the startups the ability to use all of the resources we provide effectively and efficiently.”

Click here to read more about the companies that make up the 2018 cohort.