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Launch Chapel Hill / Launch Powered by KPMG

Also known as: Launch Chapel Hill

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill · Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Launch Chapel Hill is a startup accelerator founded in 2013 through a strategic partnership between UNC-Chapel Hill and the Town of Chapel Hill. Located at the Innovate Carolina Junction in downtown Chapel Hill, it has supported 190+ companies that have collectively raised over $100M. Launch Powered by KPMG, launched in 2025-2026, is an AI-enabled 6-week accelerator program.

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Ecosystem Wide

Last activity

2026-06-26

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Key Details

  • Founded: 2013
  • Companies supported: 190+
  • Capital raised by alumni: $100M+
  • Director: Emil Runge
  • Location: Innovate Carolina Junction, downtown Chapel Hill

Accelerator Programs

  • Launch Powered by KPMG: 6-week AI-enabled accelerator, 32 companies in first year. KPMG-led workshops, mentorship, enterprise connections.
  • Launch Local: Accelerator for small businesses and first-time founders building locally.
  • Student Summer Accelerators: 1-week Intro to Ideation, 2-week Rams to Riches. Evening meetups at the Junction.