Accelerate Venture Partners

Accelerate Venture Partners (AVP) operates as a collective of angel investors dedicated to fostering early-stage, high-growth companies across Wichita and the broader Midwest. This group provides crucial capital, augmented by strategic connections, specialized knowledge, mentorship, and operational assistance, extending beyond mere financial support. It actively cultivates a dynamic, inclusive investment environment, focusing on opportunities within the regional startup landscape.

Established around 2018, AVP originated from an insight into the need for robust early-stage investment within the Heartland. Operating under the broader leadership of NXTUS, with Mary Beth Jarvis serving as President & CEO of NXTUS and Conor Adler as AVP's Director, the organization mobilizes capital and resources. Their collaborative approach brings together diverse professional backgrounds to engage with promising ventures.

AVP serves both accredited investors seeking to diversify portfolios through angel investing and entrepreneurs in early-stage companies requiring strategic funding and guidance. The organization’s overarching vision centers on developing a thriving, inclusive investment community that acts as a catalyst for growth, continually enhancing the startup ecosystem throughout the Midwest.