Accelerator Overview

The North American accelerator programs are designed to bring the best of Google’s programs, products, people and technology to tech startups across the region. In addition to mentorship and technical project support, the accelerator includes deep dives and workshops focused on product design, customer acquisition and leadership development for founders.

Meet the Google Team

Ashley Francisco

Head of Accelerator & Startup Ecosystem
Americas 

Matt Ridenour

Head of Accelerator & Startup Ecosystem USA

Iran Karimian

 Head of Accelerator & Startup Ecosystem
Canada

Paco Solsona

Head of Accelerator & Startup Ecosystem, USA

Alejandra Alvarado

Program Manager - Startup Ecosystem

Alice Kawka

Program Manager - Startup Ecosystem

Laura Armstrong

 Program Manager - Startup Ecosystem

Questions?

For any accelerator questions, please contact us at na-accelerator-team@google.com