gener8tor and The Business Studio at LCCC partner on startup accelerators

WYOMING — The Business Studio @ Laramie County Community College has partnered with gener8tor — a global venture firm and accelerator — to deliver startup accelerator programs aimed at launching and growing new startups in Laramie County and across Wyoming.

The Business Studio joins the successful partnership of gener8tor and Microsoft, which began in 2020. The Business Studio’s partnership contributes to the continuation of the gBETA Wyoming accelerator, as well as the addition of the ideation-stage gALPHA Wyoming program, which supports students and innovators in taking the first steps toward new business creation.

“The Business Studio at LCCC is thrilled to partner with gener8tor and Microsoft to support the delivery of high-quality programming that empowers our students and communities to create and grow new businesses,” said Lindsey Stutheit, Entrepreneurship & Innovation director at The Business Studio @ LCCC. “We have seen the positive impact that gener8tor accelerators have had in Wyoming, and we believe supporting gener8tor embodies the Wyoming Innovation Partnership and LCCC's goals to support the economic growth and strength of the state.”

The gBETA Wyoming Spring 2025 and gALPHA Wyoming Summer 2025 applications are open now at gener8tor.com/wyoming/gbeta.

gBETA Wyoming is a free seven-week accelerator program designed to set a path for startups to pursue investment opportunities. Five selected startups per cohort receive intensive concierge coaching and access to gener8tor's national network of mentors, customers, corporate partners and investors.

gALPHA Wyoming is a free, four-week venture-creation workshop designed to help entrepreneurially minded students and innovators create high-growth startups. Participants get product ideas, mentorship and one-on-one coaching to develop a high-growth startup company.

Both programs will conclude with public showcase events, with details to be announced.

“gener8tor is grateful and excited to partner with The Business Studio to continue delivering startup accelerators in Wyoming,” said Baylie Evans, gBETA managing director at gener8tor, who is based in Cheyenne. “These programs contribute to creating an environment where innovation can thrive and talent can grow right here in Wyoming.”

Since 2020, gBETA Wyoming alumni have raised almost $20M in growth financing and created 92 full-time and 62 part-time jobs.

About gener8tor

gener8tor is a global venture firm and accelerator network that supports startups, workers, employers, artists and musicians across race, place and gender. gener8tor partners with companies, governments, universities and nonprofits to operate accelerator programs and conferences in more than 45 communities across 25 states and territories and three countries. Fast Company named gener8tor one of the Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2021 and 2022. The International Trade Council recognized gener8tor as the Global Venture Capital Firm of the Year in 2022.

About gBETA

gBETA is a non-equity accelerator that facilitates the growth of early-stage companies through a network-driven program. This accelerator supports five startups per cohort and requires no fees for startups and takes no equity. Since launching in 2015, gBETA accelerator alumni have raised $836M+ in capital and created 5,100+ jobs across the U.S.

About The Business Studio @ LCCC

The Business Studio @ LCCC provides current and prospective business owners individualized resources, strategic partnerships, a robust network, and access to high-quality business education to support each business’ success and growth.