Accelerators
Techstars Future of Food Powered by Ecolab
Partnered with Ecolab, the Techstars Future of Food program looks to accelerate startups innovating how we feed a growing population safely and sustainably.
Minneapolis, Minnesota
2026 September
In Person Program
Mar 19th, 2026
Applications Open
Jun 10th, 2026
Final Deadline
Sep 14th, 2026
Accelerator Starts
Dec 10th, 2026
Demo Day
"Entrepreneurs take risks most people won’t, and I find that courage contagious. If you're driven, building something meaningful, and intellectually honest, I want to be part of your journey."
Sarah Bain, Managing Director
The Team
Sarah Bain
Managing Director
Arthur Parens
Investment Analyst
Brett Brohl
Entrepreneur in Residence
Farm to Fork in the News
Partner
Ross Skadsberg
Vice President Growth Ventures for Ecolab
Mentors
Jack Dempsey
Mentor in Residence
Jack Dempsey
Mentor in Residence
Stephanie Rich
Head of Platform for Bread and Butter Ventures - Techstars All Star Mentor
Kelly Roark
CEO & Co Founder of StrateSpheric - Techstars All Star Mentor
