KEY DATES:
Applications now open!
Capacity: 15 participants (registration will close at capacity) There is a fee of $199 for accepted participants in the Accelarator, with financial aid available.
Notifications: Wednesday, January 28th, 2026
Sessions begin: Wednesday, March 25th, 2026
Time: Live 6:30 – 8:30pm
Location: Hybrid (some sessions will be face to face at the Innovation Center, Wayne Junction)
Beauty & Cosmetics Accelerator
COMMERCIALIZATION COHORT #3
Program Support Provided by:
- Congressman Dwight Evans
- State Senator Art Haywood
- State Senator Sharif Street
- State Representative Chris Rabb
- Harold Cost
- Councilmember Katherine Gilmore-Richardson
- State Representative Darisha Parker
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
• Small Business owners that have existing Beauty or Cosmetic Products at least 1-2 years old and proof of concept (product is in use)
• Early stage businesses that need funding to scale
• Startups that need mentorship on product development
