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Get your startup backed by SHRM

Powered by SHRM, the WorkplaceTech Accelerator is a hybrid program designed to provide the necessary training and opportunities to send the world’s top workplace tech startups into hyper-growth.

Applications for the 2025 program are now closed. Bookmark this page to stay up to date on the 2025 program and 2026 applications.

About the program

The companies chosen to participate are on a mission to elevate HR, shape the future of work, and solve today’s most pressing workplace challenges through revolutionary technology.


  • Connections

    Dive into an elite network of visionary founders, dynamic HR & business leaders, a handpicked advisory council, and the unparalleled resources of the world’s largest network of HR professionals.

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    Capital

    Secure an equity investment of $200K (SAFE note) from SHRM Labs and unlock potential opportunities for future follow-on investments from SHRM Labs to continue growing your company.

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    Customers

    Engage directly with potential customers eager to share transformative feedback, elevating your product and business strategies.

Program Timeline

  • September 16, 2024
    Applications Open
  • November 11, 2024
    Applications Close
  • March 4, 2025
    Program Kick-Off
  • March 24-26, 2025
    SHRM Talent Conference
  • June 29 – July 2, 2025
    SHRM Annual Conference

Meet Our Portfolio Companies

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Refresh Logo
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Confirm Logo
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Humanly Logo
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Logo Sparrow
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What Past Cohort Members Are Saying

The connections, learnings, and ability to gain the credibility in a very concentrated market helped us stand out in understanding our role in elevating HR.

Andrew Magliozzi , Co-founder and CEO

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Meet Some of Our SHRM Labs Advisors

Sean Behr
Sean Behr

Chief Executive Officer at Fountain
LinkedIn

Danni Bounds
Danni Bounds

Manager, HR Compliance & Controls, GEICO
LinkedIn

Myke Hawkins
Myke Hawkins

Strategic C-Suite Leader & WorkLLama Board Member
LinkedIn

Graham Knowles
Graham Knowles

GTM Engineer, 360 Learning
LinkedIn

Nathan McMahon
Nathan McMahon

Vice President of Software Engineering, Finch AI
LinkedIn

Josh Merrill
Josh Merrill

Cofounder and former CEO, Confirm
LinkedIn

Jeremy Reese
Jeremy Reese

Head of Learning & Performance, H&M
LinkedIn

Syed Wasey
Syed Wasey

Vice President, Enterprise Solutions, SHRM
LinkedIn

Interested in Becoming an Advisor?

Participation Criteria

  • Be incorporated as a for-profit company
  • Have a cohesive team and a well-developed business plan
  • Has a fully developed product in the market
  • Solution has the potential to revolutionize the workplace and the future of work
  • Can commit to the full program (March 4, 2025 – July 2, 2025)
  • Attendance at program kick-off events | March 4-5, 2025 | SHRM HQ, Washington, D.C.
  • Attendance at SHRM Talent Conference & Expo 2025 | March 24-26, 2025 | Nashville, TN
  • Attendance at SHRM Annual Conference & Expo 25 | June 29 – July 2, 2025 | San Diego, CA
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