~*~ a16z SPEEDRUN F.A.Q. ~*~ Frequently Asked Questions!!!

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What is a16z speedrun?

a16z speedrun is Andreessen Horowitz's RADICAL 12-week startup accelerator program!!! We help founders go from idea to market launch at WARP SPEED!!!

How much $$$ do I get?

We invest $500,000 for 10% upfront in a SAFE, PLUS another $500,000 in your next round within 18 months!!! That's potentially $1 MILLION DOLLARS!!!

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What other benefits do I get?

LOTS!!!

Cloud, AI, and software credits worth over $5 MILLION!!!
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Priority access to model providers!!!
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Priority access to app stores!!!
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Priority access to social platforms!!!
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Expert guidance from investors & operators!!!

Where does the program take place?

The program is IN REAL LIFE (IRL)!!! We run two cohorts per year:

San Francisco, California
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Los Angeles, California

In-person attendance is REQUIRED!!!

How competitive is it?

EXTREMELY COMPETITIVE!!!

Acceptance rate is LESS THAN 1%!!! The bar is HIGH, the batches are SMALL (60-70 startups), and we only accept the BEST!!!

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What if I get rejected?

DON'T GIVE UP!!! Many successful founders were rejected in previous rounds and reapplied with more traction!!! We focus on VERY early-stage startups and prioritize FOUNDER BACKGROUNDS over ideas!!!

What areas do you focus on?

We back founders building the FUTURE of technology and entertainment!!!