/ Yield Index / Betaworks

Betaworks

Vertical Specialist · Variable; studio + investment
B

Good (B) — Cohort Yield Grade

Betaworks operates NYC-based studio + accelerator with thematic 'camps' (Synthetic Camp, Voice Camp, AI Camp). Strong NYC tech network access. Studio + investment model produces differentiated value vs. traditional accelerators. John Borthwick founder-led stability.

80
Composite / 100
/ Subscore Breakdown · 5 Dimensions

Where this grade comes from.

Equity Terms Fairness
B
Founder Outcomes
B
Mentor Quality
B+
Demo Day Yield
B
Post-Program Network
B+
/ Public-Record Events

Key events & disclosures.

  • Founded 2007 by John Borthwick
  • Studio + investment hybrid
  • Thematic 'camp' programs
  • Strong NYC tech network

/ Best for

NYC-based founders aligned with Betaworks' thematic camp programming.

/ Watch out for

NYC-specific; less West Coast investor connections than tier-1 SF accelerators.