AlphaLab Helping great founders build great companies Skip to content Menu Jobs Blog Hardware Cup Apply Program Companies Mentors Events News FAQ Contact Our Network of Funding and Support AlphaLab and AlphaLab Gear are programs of Innovation Works (IW), the countrys 6th most active seed stage investor according to the 2015 PWC Moneytree report. Having a seed fund available for potential follow-on investment is an advantage for the accelerator companies, as is the team of IW experts who expand the mentor network supporting our companies. AlphaLab provides early-stage Software technology companies with an extensive mentor network, educational sessions with industry leaders, and a rich entrepreneurial work environment within a nationally ranked accelerator program. We believe in the power of founding teams to build great companies. AlphaLab Gear was designed from the ground up around the needs of Hardware startups. Our program length, small class size, and hands-on educational programming are designed to give your hardware startup the attention and assistance it needs to make significant progress on both your product and customer traction during the program. Innovation Works is the Seed fund that may provide the next level of resources for the AlphaLab and AlphaLab Gear accelerator companies growth. IW fuels the technology economy in Southwestern PA through direct investments and business expertise. Every year, we help hundreds of entrepreneurs, researchers and small manufacturers to create new markets and change the world with their ideas and innovations. We help startup companies: -Build great products that customers love -Gain market traction through sales and marketing -Close significant funding rounds and reach successful exits Looking for Alphalab? Jobs Blog Hardware Cup Apply AlphaLab Program Companies Mentors Events News FAQ Contact Learn from a Team with Experience Get help with your business model, customer development, manufacturing, supply chain, and sales Program Details Unbiased Manufacturing Advice We dont take funding from manufacturing partners, so were free to help you choose the best suppliers and partners for your company. Get Investment Over 85% of our alumni raise follow-on funding within 8 weeks of Demo day. Were a program of Innovation Works, the 8th most active seed-stage investor in the country. Learn More Join a Program that Gets Hardware AlphaLab Gear was designed around needs of hardware startups. Our program length and small class size allow us to custom-tailor programming for each company Learn More Come to the Center of Hardware and Robotics Pittsburgh is the intersection of Hardware, Robotics, and Advanced software. Join Uber, Apple, Oculus, Intel, and others who have located their hardware headquarters in Pittsburgh Prev Next Recent News Hibersense keeps it cool as one of the years best university startups 09.14.16 Read More Events Startable Pittsburgh Student Showcase 08.08.16 Read More Featured Pittsburgh Ranked #3 on VC Investment Rates (Funders Club) 08.08.16 Read More Our City Pittsburgh, PA Over the last 25 years, Pittsburgh has transformed itself into a high-tech hub, home to innovative startups and tech titans alike. We think theres no better place to start and grow your company. Read More. Commitment to Diversity Innovation Works values diversity in its programs and encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans, as well as entities controlled by such individuals, to submit applications or business plans for consideration. AlphaLab Gear is proud to receive funding from the U.S. Small Business Administration Powered By Our Programs Follow Us Sign up for Open Office Hours Copyright © 2016 AlphaLab. All rights reserved. Site by Imagebox