Fueling Innovation, Fostering Growth
GENIUS NY is a startup accelerator sponsored by Empire State Development that invests $3M annually into seed-stage startups focused on uncrewed aerial systems, automation and advanced air mobility.
Beyond the grand prize investments, participants benefit from access to some of the region’s premier startup programming
What We Offer
Business Development
Dig into your customer discovery, get expert legal advice, build on your marketing strategy and much more.
Industry Networking
Meet and work with our entire portfolio of companies, plus connect with additional industry leaders and entrepreneurs.
Investor Relations
Gain insights into effective strategies for preparation and collaboration with investors to elevate your startup.
Events & Programming
Gain access to events and conferences to learn business strategies and make professional connections.
Latest News
4.23.24:
Robinson Helicopter Company Acquires Ascent AeroSystems, World’s Largest Business Accelerator, Now Accepting Applications for Cohort 8 SYRACUSE, NY – This week, Robinson Helicopter Company, a global leader in civilian rotorcraft, has acquired Ascent AeroSystems. Ascent participated [...]
4.2.24:
New partnership brings together leading drone design and technology leaders to revolutionize last-mile logistics VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — In an exciting development for the future of autonomous logistics, blueflite, a leader in cutting-edge drone technology [...]
3.7.24:
In the heart of Syracuse, New York, the GENIUS NY accelerator has become a thriving hub for innovation in the uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) industry. As the program propels emerging UAS startups towards success, these [...]
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