Ensemble Accelerator
Investing $15K in early-stage B2B SaaS Startups
Applicants accepted on a rolling basis
No Application Fee
Why choose
Ensemble?
Our mission is simple. We are a founder-friendly, industry-agnostic venture studio that supports B2B SaaS founders in getting more traction.
Through revenue-based financing, we promote a calm, growth-oriented approach. We share in the risk and rewards of your company.
When you win, we win!
Who are we?
Co-founders Daniel Townsend and Ebony Utley are serial B2B entrepreneurs and ecosystem builders. We are passionate about democratizing B2B techpreneurs’ access to advanced AI technologies.
What is the investment?
Our investment is $15,000 in AI software development services for your company. Services include but are not limited to generative AI, large language models, predictive analytics, computer vision, recommendation systems, data visualization, and automation flows.
Accelerate your SaaS startup with AI
Our non-dilutive revenue based financing model requires a 2-4x repayment when we help your company earn revenue.
Deadline
Applications reviewed upon submission
Investment
Up to $15K in customized AI software development
Support
From the Ensemble ecosystem of companies
Programming
Monthly programming and networking with other Ensemble companies
What are we looking for
We seek companies that are at or close to a revenue-generating stage where $15K in services would be catalytic.
Requirements
Legal Structure
Companies must be a US C-Corp, LLC, or planning to become one.
Business Model
We are recruiting B2B SaaS companies with subscription models and predictable, recurring revenue. Micro-SaaS companies are especially encouraged to apply. See FAQ for micro-SaaS definitions.
Industry
Our accelerator is industry-agnostic, but industries that are federally illegal in the US or closely related sectors are not eligible.
Ownership
Companies that are 51% owned by a woman of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
Team Structure
Solopreneurs are welcome, but small teams are preferred.
Financial Criteria
Founders must demonstrate financial readiness, be actively using accounting software, and be willing to open their books for review.
No personal collateral is required.
Companies must demonstrate traction. If your company is still in the idea stage, you are too early for us.
Ideal companies will be earning some recurring revenue or have LOIs from B2B customers, indicating a product-market fit.
Companies agree to repay the services investment 2-4x. The rate of return is contingent upon when it is repaid.
Get more traction with us!
B2B SaaS startups apply to grow your company with an Ensemble of support!
Applicants accepted on a rolling basis.
For questions or more information Contact:
ebonyATensembleinnovation.com
With us, you’ll
Receive Customized AI Software Development
Partner with top AI engineers to build a compelling solution for your B2B customers
Join the Ensemble
Network with an ecosystem of experienced founders and AI specialists
Achieve Sustainable Growth
Grow your startup calmly without the pressure of a hyper-growth exit, while ensuring your company remains yours.
Frequently Asked Questions
B2B micro-SaaS is software as a service that solves a niche problem for a business customer usually by providing one specific set of functions. Teams that build micro-SaaS are small, generally one to five people. Micro-SaaS founders intentionally focus on building sustainable vs hyper-growth companies. Because costs are predictable, churn is low, and revenue is recurring, some people may refer to micro-SaaS as lifestyle business. Micro-SaaS companies do not require equity (Angel or VC) investments and are often bootstrapped. For more information see The Micro-SaaS Ebook.
Ensemble co-founders, Daniel Townsend and Ebony Utley are committed to helping other entrepreneurs of color create economic engines in unexpected places. We do not want our founders to have to sell their companies. We support founders who desire to root, hire, and grow sustainable companies in a way that generates communal wealth, not just generational or individual wealth. We believe SaaS is one way to do this. We created this accelerator to provide an extra boost for entrepreneurs who need revenue based financing to supplement their savings while retaining their ownership.
Not all business models are appropriate for traditional equity, debt, or grants. If a hyper-growth exit strategy (acquisition or IPO) is not a fit for your company, revenue based financing (RBF) is a flexible alternative that does not impact your short-term cash flow, does not require collateral, and provides a predetermined structured exit. RBF repayments are based on your company’s revenue. In short, we invest our time and capital via services into your company in exchange for a future 2-4x repayment from your company’s revenue. We are incentivized by our founders’ success. If your company isn’t earning revenue, we cannot be repaid.
We understand that your company may need additional financing. We are happy to connect you with financial readiness organizations and non-dilutive capital providers within our network that may help.
Our primary differentiator is our focus on services. We provide customized AI solutions designed to accelerate your company’s growth. Here are a few scenarios that would be a good fit for our program. Let’s say you have an imminent contract that you can only fulfill by adding predictive analytics to your SaaS. Or incorporating a computer vision component within your SaaS would unlock your differentiation in the market. Or your company has been collecting data but not sharing it. Adding a data visualization component to your would allow you to add a new subscription tier to your SaaS company. These are just a few of the instances where our unique AI software development services could be catalytic for your company.
Our AI engineering team boasts over two decades of collective full ML-stack expertise, delivering end-to-end AI solutions from concept to completion. We develop across the entire AI tech stack including generative AI, large language models, predictive analytics, computer vision, recommendation systems, data visualization, and automation flows. We recognize AI as a rapidly evolving field, demanding constant learning and adaptation. Our agile approach ensures our solutions remain at the forefront of the ever-changing landscape of AI innovation.
We will have several conversations with you before you join the Ensemble to ensure that your company is capital ready and that a 2-4x RBF structured exit is the best fit for you and for us. For this reason, each deal will vary depending on the company’s needs. No personal collateral is required, but you must be transparent with us about your company’s financial health. When your company’s revenues have reached our predetermined amount, you will be required to activate your structured exit and begin to repay our investment. The return variable is contingent upon how soon the investment is repaid. There is no upfront cost to participate. You retain your equity and full ownership of your company.