Start. Raise Money. Change the World.
Startups create most of the world's new technologies. But over 90% of tech startups fail, and often, founders go down with the ship, never to try again. That’s a big loss for all of us.
Startups usually fail because they lack experience, capital, or both. Kinect Capital® is a 501(c)(3) educational non-profit that connects founders to experience and capital, making them Investor Ready.® Our motto says it all: Start. Raise Money. Change the World.®
Most startups don't happen in Silicon Valley. We attract capital to where our startups are, not the other way around.
As our name suggests, our culture of kinship creates a strong volunteer network of founders, mentors, lenders, investors, and others helping build their local communities through Cooperative Venturing.®
Founded in Utah in 1983, we may be the world’s first venture accelerator—but our unique non-profit approach has helped make Utah #1 for both startups and unicorns. With over 1000 alumni startups in 43 states and 3 countries, and billions in market capital raised, we know how to help startups grow. Help us create new economic opportunity in underserved markets!
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Ryan Whitlock, Kinect Capital’s Acting CFO, who died on July 31, 2025, at the age of 62. Ryan was a beloved colleague, mentor, and friend whose entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to community left a lasting impact on all who knew him. From his early days as a resourceful entrepreneur to his leadership roles in
Since 1983, Kinect Capital has been a pioneer in Utah’s startup scene, launching the world’s very first venture accelerator right here in the Beehive State. Today, Utah proudly leads the nation in startup growth and unicorn companies, making it one of the most vibrant places to build and grow a business. Instead of asking founders to leave their communities in search of funding, we bring
