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GVL Starts
Also known as: GVL Starts Accelerator
Furman University · Greenville, South Carolina
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- No equity required
- Currently active
- Verified by research
Key numbers
Funding range
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Equity
None
Application
Semiannual
Community
Last activity
2026-07-01
High confidence
Known startups and winners
Competition winners and notable student ventures from our research.
GVL Starts
A transformational 9-week community accelerator for first-time founders in Greenville, SC. Nominated for "Excellence in New Venture Creation." Bridges Furman University with the Greenville entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Key Details
- Duration: 9 weeks
- Format: In-person, Thursdays 5:30-8:30 PM
- Cost: $499 (need-based scholarships available)
- Ventures supported: 201 since 2021
- Partners: 35+ including SC Dept of Commerce, Truist Foundation
- Culminates in: Venture Showcase Pitch Competition (three $5,000 grants)
Known Alumni
- Karly Cunningham — Good Dogs of Greenville
- Chad Hensel — high-growth startup
- Paladin Pitch finalists receive scholarships to participate
News & articles
News articles and official sources documenting GVL Starts at Furman University.
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