Last call for Brandery applications; accelerator offers more than ever to new class

This Thursday, April 16, The Brandery will close the applicant process for its 2015 accelerator class. This year, program hopefuls have even more to gain by putting their names in the mix.
 
The Brandery, in partnership with Urban Sites, has leased two residential buildings in Over-the-Rhine to house their program participants. The Brandery is the first accelerator in the nation to create such a housing model, answering a persistent call from young entrepreneurs hoping to take advantage of what Cincinnati has to offer without breaking the bank.
 
Many startups that come through The Brandery move long distances to take advantage of the accelerator's reputation and services. By providing subsidized rent prices to members of the program, the organization hopes to entice a wide variety of applicants by taking an expensive housing search out of the equation.
 
The apartment development opens June 1, just in time for the incoming Brandery class to experience the new perk. The buildings are located near 12th and Walnut, a few blocks from The Brandery, and will place the new class in walking distance of several flourishing Brandery alumni. Each building will contain 14 two-bedroom units.
 
The newest Brandery class is also eligible for two Procter & Gamble fellowships this year. The fellowships provide further support to growing startups, particularly when it comes to intelligent marketing and business strategy.
 
Procter & Gamble has provided these fellowships in the past to the startups that show promise in specific fields. This year, P&G is looking for companies specializing in Connected Products and Platforms, Seamless Brand Building & Commerce or Big Data & Analytics. All Brandery applicants are automatically considered for the fellowships.
 
If you're interested in applying to this year's class, stop by The Brandery's final office hours this Thursday and meet the selection team in person. Though office hours are optional, they're highly recommended — register for a meeting here.