The WTIA Founder Cohort is humming on all cylinders. To date, a total of five cohorts have graduated since the program’s 2018 inception, with the sixth set to graduate in January 2022. WTIA is currently accepting applications for the seventh…
Startup accelerator focuses on technology innovation to ensure safe reopening and resiliency of tourism in the PNW after Covid-19 The Covid-19 pandemic had a devastating impact on the Pacific Northwest’s tourism, performing arts, travel, and hospitality (TPATH) industries. The Pacific…
October has been a busy month for the WTIA Startup Programs. WTIA launched its fourth Korean Startup Market Accelerator in collaboration with the Korean Innovation Center of Silicon Valley, started a pilot Startup Accelerator program with Taiwan Tech Arena, and…
Further fueling the growth of a thriving technology ecosystem in Washington state, WTIA announced the launch of its third Canadian Startup Market Accelerator program last month. A partnership between WTIA, Global Affairs Canada, and Trade and Invest British Columbia, the…
We’re excited to announce the 30 Washington tech startups we’ve selected for our sixth Founder Cohort Program — our biggest class to date. The virtual program — part of the WTIA Startup Program — aligns with our mission to build…
Launching a startup can be a lonely venture. Founders are often faced with serious challenges, including fundraising, hiring, creating a board of directors, learning how to market their business to prospective customers, and more. Without access to expertise and support…
In business, there’s no such thing as a local market anymore. To be relevant and competitive, tech companies must be prepared to serve a global marketplace. That is the premise behind the Washington Industry Technology Association (WTIA) International Accelerator Program.…
We’re excited to announce the 22 Washington tech startups that have been selected for our fifth Founder Cohort Program. The virtual program — part of the WTIA Startup Program — helps seed-stage startups grow and scale over the course of…
We’re excited to announce the fourth batch of Washington tech startups that we’ve selected for our Founder Cohort Program. The program — part of the WTIA Startup Program — aligns with our effort to support entrepreneurs in Washington’s booming tech…
Nick Ellingson, Startup Ambassador at WTIA recently had the opportunity to virtually connect with HR professionals Mikaela Kiner, CEO of Reverb, and Microsoft Executive and startup veteran, Erika Berndt. Nick posed questions sourced from the WTIA Founder Cohort to get…