THRIVE Studio Sprint is an agrifood tech venture creation platform offering an accelerated validation process for early-stage innovators. This 6-week virtual program is designed to guide researchers and entrepreneurs from the initial stages of an idea, or even pre-idea, through a step-by-step process to develop a validated Minimum Viable Product (MVP). Participants engage in virtual workshops focused on lean startup concepts, de-risking prototypes, and the specific nuances of the agrifood sector, with access to tools and a collaborative environment to help transform concepts into viable business models.
Ideal Candidate Profile
• Stage: The program is designed for individuals at the pre-idea, idea, pre-formation, or pre-seed stages of their agrifood tech startup journey.
• Applicant Type: Ideal candidates include researchers seeking to commercialize technology, early-stage innovators with groundbreaking ideas, previous founders, and first-time entrepreneurs.
• Team Structure: Applications are accepted from both individuals and teams with a maximum of three members.
Program Benefits
• Faster Development: An accelerated 6-week process helps participants move from the idea stage to a defined MVP more quickly.
• Lean Methodology: The program instills a lean startup mindset early in the company-building process to avoid founder bias and assumptions.
• Reduced Risk: Participants leverage established methods for customer discovery to ensure early market validation.
• Collaborative Environment: The cohort-based model allows for learning and collaboration with other founders navigating similar stages and challenges.
• Expert Advisory: The program is managed by the teams responsible for THRIVE’s award-winning Global Accelerator.
• Global Community Access: Participants join the THRIVE ecosystem, a global community of experts, startups, and corporate partners.
Program Timeline
• Applications Open: February 2nd, 2026
• Applications Close: March 2nd, 2026
• Interview Period: February 23rd - March 4th, 2026
• Cohort Finalization: March 5th, 2026
• Studio Kickoff: March 10th, 2026
• Program Duration: The sprint runs from early March to the end of April 2026.
Participation and Application Details
• Format: The program is conducted 100% virtually via Zoom, and full participation in workshops and completion of weekly assignments is requested upon acceptance.
• Cost: There is no cost to participate in the THRIVE Studio Sprint.
• Application Process: Following a review of all submissions, selected applicants will be invited to interview with SVG Ventures | THRIVE. Offers of acceptance are typically extended during the last week of April.
• Post-Program Opportunities: After the program, options for potential continued co-building with THRIVE may be discussed. Participants can also explore other THRIVE initiatives, such as the THRIVE Academy and Accelerator.
• Contact Information: For questions not addressed in the program's FAQ, inquiries can be sent to coleton.fisher@svgventures.com.
This program offers a structured pathway for innovators to pressure-test their concepts and build momentum in the agri-food tech space. By providing expert guidance, a collaborative cohort, and a proven validation process, the initiative aims to equip founders with the confidence and tools needed to move their ventures forward.