Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs Launches New Theme-Driven Accelerator
15 Mars 2023 - 3:00PM
Business Wire
Generative AI will be the first theme in a
series of LIFT Labs accelerator programs aligned on emerging trends
in technology
Applications are open to startups today through
April 9, 2023
Comcast announced today applications are now open for the
Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs Accelerator: Generative AI. This
will be the first of multiple theme-driven accelerator programs
hosted by Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs throughout the year
focused on emerging trends in connectivity, entertainment, and
more. Startups leveraging Generative AI to build next-generation
technologies, products, and services can apply today through April
9, 2023.
The LIFT Labs Accelerators are open to startups at various
stages in their entrepreneurial journeys, from pre-seed to
enterprise-ready stages. This first program kicks off on May 22,
2023, in Philadelphia, where over the course of six weeks, startups
will be introduced to leaders from across Comcast NBCUniversal –
including Xfinity product, technology and customer experience
teams; Universal Pictures; Universal Destinations &
Experiences; Sky; Strategic Development and more – to gain more
insight on the applications and opportunities around Generative AI.
Generative AI refers to the ability of artificial intelligence to
generate new content, like text, video, audio, and code, when
trained appropriately. This developing technology is being widely
explored across industries as enterprises and startups alike plan
how it could open new possibilities and influence operations,
products, services, experiences, and more.
“Comcast has a strong history of partnering with startups at the
forefront of innovation and emerging technologies,” said Sam
Schwartz, Chief Business Development Officer, Comcast. “We are
excited to kick off our 2023 LIFT Labs Accelerator series to engage
with founders focusing on Generative AI applications, services, and
technology to learn more about the implications, opportunities, and
impact across a wide range of sectors, including connectivity and
content.”
Selected companies will participate in a combination of
in-person and remote programming, including one-on-one personalized
curriculum tailored to the startup’s stage and mentorship from
executives across Comcast NBCUniversal. This hyper-focused,
concentrated model allows founders to fully immerse themselves in
their growth opportunities and developing relationships with
Comcast NBCUniversal and the LIFT Labs network. The program will be
led by Laura Plunkett and Luke Butler, Executive Directors of
Startup Engagement, Comcast NBCUniversal.
Following the accelerator, alumni will receive dedicated support
from the LIFT Labs team to assist in pilot execution and
connections to relevant business units at Comcast NBCUniversal, in
addition to other companies that are part of the LIFT Labs
network.
This new accelerator model builds on Comcast’s successful track
record of working with startups. Since LIFT Labs launched its first
accelerator in 2018, out of the 54 portfolio companies, more than
80% have landed a proof of concept, pilot, or commercial deal with
Comcast NBCUniversal (including 100% of the companies in the 2022
Accelerator) and alumni have gone on to raise more than $136M to
date.
LIFT Labs is working with VentureFuel – an organization that
helps corporations around the world innovate through startup
collaborations – to identify, recruit, and mentor startups and
support business development opportunities with VentureFuel’s
global network.
For more information, including further details on the program’s
focus areas and to apply to the LIFT Labs Accelerator, visit
www.ComcastNBCULIFT.com or follow @LIFT_Labs on Twitter.
About Comcast Corporation Comcast
Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology
company that connects people to moments that matter. We are
principally focused on connectivity, aggregation, and streaming
with 57 million customer relationships across the United States and
Europe. We deliver broadband, wireless, and video through our
Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky brands; create, distribute, and
stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through Universal
Filmed Entertainment Group, Universal Studio Group, Sky Studios,
the NBC and Telemundo broadcast networks, multiple cable networks,
Peacock, NBCUniversal News Group, NBC Sports, Sky News, and Sky
Sports; and provide memorable experiences at Universal Destinations
& Experiences in the United States and Asia. Visit
www.comcastcorporation.com for more information.
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