We believe rural regions can lead the way in solving global challenges. Accelerate Appalachia connects visionary founders with the support, capital, and infrastructure they need.

Accelerate Appalachia is powered by a first-of-its-kind partnership between ETSU Research Corporation, Sync Space, and Ballad Health — leveraging the full force of the region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. With support from Launch Tennessee and East Tennessee State University as well as leading local organizations, we’re building the next generation of scalable, innovation-driven startups.