Startup Virginia

Startup Virginia

1717 E Cary St, Richmond, VA 23223, USA

SUPPORT BY STAGE

  • Idea
  • Incubate
  • Launch
  • Grow
  • Idea: Helps you develop your initial concept, brainstorm solutions, and create a clear plan.
  • Incubate: Supports you in refining and building your business concept with more structure.
  • Launch: Assists you in taking your developed concept to market.
  • Grow: Helps you scale and expand your existing business.

About

Startup Virginia supports startups and innovators with an engaged community, holistic programs, targeted resources, and dynamic workspace to help them reach their full potential and positively impact Virginia’s economic landscape.

From Business Dreams to Financial Success

We're Here to Support You Every Step of the Way

Startup Virginia and FINSYNC provide you with all the tools and resources to start and grow a successful business on one platform—because your time matters.

Whether you’re starting with just an idea or ready to optimize your business operations, FINSYNC and Startup Virginia equips you with the tools, software, and services to start, grow, and succeed—all in one seamless platform.

More Time For The Moments That Matter

With seamless connections to local financial institutions and AI-powered insights, FINSYNC not only helps you achieve business success but also gives you back valuable time—time to focus on what truly matters both in your business and in life.

Programs Offered

  • Startup Incubator

    Startup Incubator

    A program that provides startup founders with individualized strategic support and access to a wealth of valuable resources to launch, fund and grow their business.

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  • Coworking Membership

    Coworking Membership

    Opening your mind to possibilities. Startup Virginia isn’t just for startup founders. We welcome entrepreneurs and innovators seeking a dynamic space to meet and work alongside like-minded folks.

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  • Idea Factory

    Idea Factory

    A hybrid 7-week idea/acceleration program providing an approachable way for aspiring entrepreneurs to learn how to test, improve, and validate an idea and transform it into a business.

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  • Central Virginia Investor Initiative

    Central Virginia Investor Initiative

    A newsletter that informs investors of deals, investor-specific events, and VentureSouth Virginia, an SVA-managed chapter of a top 10 angel group.

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  • Entrepreneur Certificate Course

    Entrepreneur Certificate Course

    An online, on-demand 9-class series designed to equip future entrepreneurs and small business owners with the knowledge to successfully start and grow a business.

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  • Startup Foundations

    Startup Foundations

    An online, on-demand 3-class series outlining the critical first steps for launching a business with a focus on business validation, value proposition, and customer acquisition.

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  • Education for ESO’s

    Education for ESO’s

    SVA offers white labeled versions of the Entrepreneur Certificate Course and Startup Foundations course for schools, entrepreneur support organizations, and economic development initiatives.

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PROVEN and TRUSTED 27K StarterSuccess Stories
95% still active
70% generating a profit
150% increase in annual sales
5 employees with the business after 5 years, on average
40% reduction in administrative time and costs
ENTREPRENEURS

With a Business Idea

Start by turning your idea into a clear, actionable business plan or CO.STARTERS Canvas using our AI Assistant—customized to fit your unique vision and goals.

Once your CO.STARTERS Canvas is complete, connect with a local accelerator and get matched with an expert who will help you refine your plan and guide your next steps.

ENTREPRENEURS

Looking to Grow

For $0/month, you can:

  • Simplify and streamline your financial operations
  • Gain control over cash flow with easy-to-read charts, calendars, and projections
  • Invoice customers and get paid faster—up to weeks earlier with CollectEarly*
  • Pay vendors using just their email—no bank details needed*

Looking for more?

Add Payroll for just $40/month:

  • Pay employees, contractors, and taxes online, all with confidence and lower costs

Add Accounting for just $55/month:

  • Track time and expenses, automate accounting, and generate detailed reports that keep your business on track
  • Start for free with no commitment
  • Add features as you grow—no long-term contracts
  • No credit card required

*Transaction fees may apply. See finsync.com/pricing for details.

OUR FORMULA

for SUCCESS

  • Community
    First

    Entrepreneurs thrive in community. We connect local business leaders, community organizations, financial institutions, facilitators, and other financial partners to create a vibrant ecosystem where entrepreneurs excel.

  • Invest
    In People

    We focus on helping you achieve your goals and will invite you to share your acquired wisdom with others as your business succeeds so together we can continue to grow to help more aspiring entrepreneurs realize their business dreams.

  • Keep-it
    Simple

    Business is hard, but it shouldn’t be complicated. We help you focus on very practical steps using AI technology in a collaborative, actionable environment so you can move more quickly toward your dream of running your own successful business.

Success Stories
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Passion for design became a thriving business ...

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Love for baking blossomed into a booming ...

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Passion for high-quality, nutrient-packed foods, ...

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Community Partners Supporting Your Success

Empowering Local Entrepreneurs Together

  • Our program is proudly supported by trusted financial institutions committed to helping you bring your business idea to life.

  • Your financial institution believes in your journey—let’s take the next step together. Please let us know who referred you.

Please complete the form below to get matched to the right person at Startup Virginia.

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Before you get started

1

We are not able to service these businesses at the moment:

  • Crypto Currency and Money Services
  • Privately Owned ATMs
  • Marijuana-Related
  • Gambling
  • Money Services Business
  • Business headquartered outside of the U.S.
2

At this time we are offering online business checking accounts through bank partners in these states:

  • Arizona
  • California
  • Idaho
  • Nevada
  • New Mexico
  • Oregon
  • Texas
  • Utah
  • Washington

Is your business in one of these states?