Pioneers 21 Unveils “CapitalEdge” Accelerator with Borderplex Community Capital Among Key Speakers September 1, 2025

Designed for early-stage companies in sectors such as dual-use technology, aerospace and defense, government tech, and manufacturing, CapitalEdge provides hands-on mentorship from CPAs, venture capitalists, angel investors, city leadership, and ecosystem partners. A highlight of the program is the participation of Borderplex Community Capital, which will guide founders on how to navigate community investment opportunities and build sustainable growth through regional financial networks.

Throughout the nine-week course, participants will explore topics including tax readiness, budgeting, venture capital fundamentals, capital access roadmaps, and government funding mechanisms such as SBIR and STTR. They will also receive expert coaching on crafting investor-ready pitches and maintaining compliance for federal, state, and private funding opportunities.

Running from October through December 2025, the accelerator reinforces Pioneers 21’s mission to strengthen the Borderplex region’s innovation ecosystem and bridge the gap between startups and capital access. Applications and RSVPs are open now at pioneers21.org/capital-edge.