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WorkplaceTech Accelerator

Get your startup backed by SHRM

Powered by SHRM, the Workplacetech Accelerator is a 12-week hybrid program designed to provide the necessary training and opportunities to send the world’s top workplace tech startups into hyper-growth.

The 2024 program is currently underway, consider applying for 2025!

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About the program

The companies chosen to participate are on a mission to elevate HR, shape the future of work, and solve today’s most pressing workplace challenges through revolutionary technology.


  • Connections

    Dive into an elite network of visionary founders, dynamic HR & business leaders, a handpicked advisory council, and the unparalleled resources of the world’s largest network of HR professionals.

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    Capital

    Secure an equity investment of $200K from SHRMLabs and unlock potential opportunities for future follow-on investments from SHRMLabs to continue growing your company.

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    Customers

    Engage directly with potential customers eager to share transformative feedback, elevating your product and business strategies.

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Program Timeline

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Meet our portfolio Companies

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What Past Cohort Members Are Saying

I loved how many opportunities there were to connect with the SHRM team, other founders in the program, and the membership community as a whole. We have several high potential leads that we met at Annual.

Lateesha Thomas, Co-Founder, CEO

Onramp

Huge fan of the program! So glad we were able to participate. I think it helps SHRM differentiate itself as a leader and shows commitment to innovation. It is obviously great for the companies that are chosen to participate! I am especially grateful for the relationships we built and the exposure

Stephen Johnston, Founder and CEO

GoodJob

The connections, learnings, and ability to gain the credibility in a very concentrated market helped us stand out in understanding our role in elevating HR.

Andrew Magliozzi , Co-founder and CEO

Mainstay

  1. Lateesha Thomas
  2. Stephen Johnston
  3. Andrew Magliozzi

Meet Some of Our SHRMLabs Advisors

Tracy Harwin O-Donnell
Tracy Harwin O-Donnell

VP HR Operations & Transformation, Inspire Brands
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Nate McMahon
Nate McMahon

Chief Technology Officer, The Motley Fool
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TaQia Witherspoon
TaQia Witherspoon

Director, People Operations, Youtube
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Michelle McHargue
Michelle McHargue

Partner, Costanoa Ventures
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Anna Turner
Anna Turner, SHRM-CP, PHR, GBA

VP of Product Management, Paycor
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Bernard C. Coleman III
Bernard C. Coleman III

Chief Diversity and Engagement Officer, Gusto
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Sean Behr
Sean Behr

CEO, Fountain
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Participation Criteria

  • Be incorporated as a for-profit company
  • Have a cohesive team and a well-developed business plan
  • Has a fully developed product in the market
  • Minimum of 2 full years of operating history
  • Solution has the potential to revolutionize the workplace and the future of work
  • Can commit to the full 12-week program
  • Attendance at program kick-off events | March 26-27, 2024 | SHRM HQ, Washington, D.C.
  • Attendance at SHRM Talent Conference & Expo 2024 | April 13-16, 2024 | Las Vegas, NV
  • Attendance at SHRM Annual Conference & Expo 24 | June 23-26, 2024 | Chicago, IL
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