A pre-incubator startup launchpad.

A FAST APPLICATION, ZERO EQUITY.

Commercializing deeply technical ideas is exceedingly hard. That’s why we created Bessemer Beam, a pre-incubator startup launchpad program and community helping deeply technical founders start their own AI companies.

Curated from Bessemer Venture Partners’ decades of experience supporting founder journeys, Beam includes everything you’ll need to get off the ground and start building, from compute resources to startup counsel and advisor support.

It’s our jobs as investors to earn the right to invest. That’s why Beam is free— no equity or debt. All we ask for is the ability to invest up to $3m and no more than 30% of your next financings at whatever terms you decide with your lead investor, and with zero discount to Bessemer. 

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN.

Resources for Beam Startups

Benefits & Credits: $600K in AWS credits + up to $600K in additional credits from Modal, Anthropic, OpenAI, Eleven Labs, Braintrust, and more. Startups building on AWS Tranium and Inferentia may be eligible for up to $300K in additional credits.
Full company incorporation support, $10K in initial equity-free capital & access to top-tier legal consultations

Networking opportunities with world-class advisors, founders, and Bessemer investors plus access to Founders Garage in San Francisco (space permitting)

Everything, Everywhere, All AI

AI will accelerate progress, transform markets, and imagine new ones. Our goal is to support the founders at the forefront of this era as they build AI-native companies.

JOIN OUR AI COMMUNITY.

Bessemer Beam is working in partnership with a select set of startup communities and academic and industrial AI labs. If you’re interested in learning more or joining us as an advisor, please reach out to bessemerbeam@bvp.com

FAQ

What is Bessemer Beam?
Bessemer Beam is a pre-incubator startup launchpad designed to support deeply technical founders get off the ground with their ideas and start their own AI companies. We provide benefits and credits, infrastructure set up support, and networking opportunities with advisors, founders and Bessemer investors. As a part of Beam, you’ll give Bessemer the ability to invest up to $3m and no more than 30% of your next financings at whatever terms you decide with your lead investor, and with zero discount to Bessemer.

How can I apply to Bessemer Beam?
Interested founders can apply through this form, and will get a response within 2 business days. If selected, our team will help you get the infrastructure support you need to get started.

Do I need to have an existing company to apply?
No, Beam will help you start your company. We welcome solo founders and early-stage startups in the pre-seed stages.

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Do I need a co-founder to apply?

You can apply as a solo founder or if you have a co-founder, please include that in your application here.

What benefits and credits do Beam startups receive?

Beam startups get access to $600K in AWS credits and up to $600K in additional credits from partners like Modal ($25K), OpenAI ($15K), and more, including Anthropic, Eleven Labs, and Braintrust. Startups building on AWS Tranium and Inferentia may be eligible for up to $300K in additional credits.

What type of mentorship and support will I receive?

Beam will provide networking opportunities with world-class advisors and founders. You’ll also get access to Bessemer investors.

Will I receive funding as part of the program?

Beam includes $10K in capital to get you started.

Can I work on my startup remotely?

Beam is fully remote, so you can work from wherever you’re located. If you’re located in the Bay Area, you can get access to Founders Garage in San Francisco (space permitting).

How can I learn more or get involved as a mentor or advisor?

If you’re interested in becoming a mentor, advisor, or speaker for the program, please reach out to bessemerbeam@bvp.com for more details.

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