A boutique Los Angeles accelerator running year-long, hands-on programs for 20–25 pre-seed startups per year with no demo days.
MuckerLab is a boutique pre-seed accelerator and investment program based in Los Angeles, CA. Unlike typical cohort-based accelerators, MuckerLab works with 20–25 companies per year on a flexible timeline (average 12 months, ranging from 3 to 24 months) with no demo days. Partners embed as adjunct operating executives in each startup, helping achieve product-market fit milestones before fundraising. Investments range from $100,000 to $175,000 for 10%–15% equity. MuckerLab has been ranked the #2 accelerator in the United States. Program duration: Approximately 12 months (3–24 months based on company needs).