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Got a big idea? Let’s ride.

Name: TechFW | Tech Fort Worth
Address: 1120 South Freeway, Fort Worth, TX, 76104, US
Telephone: (817) 339-8968

We help North Texas founders blaze new trails. From that spark of an idea to bootstrapping your startup, we've got the guidance, a circle of support, and the grit it takes to build something real.

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Explore Our Programs

230+

Startups Supported Since 1998

$3.2B

Exit Dollars from Companies

100%

Equity Kept by
TechFW Founders

Hours of Coaching and Counting

37,000

TechFW Tech entrepreneur support North Texas

Why is TechFW right for your startup?

TechFW is a nonprofit startup hub where entrepreneurial grit meets rugged startup strategy. For the last 25 years, we have been helping founders navigate the new frontier for tech.

About TechFW

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TechFW Entrepreneur Support Programs

ThinkLab Startup
Accelerator

Test the waters. Validate your idea. Build a business plan with expert guidance, founder peers, and no wasted motion. Learn More >>>

FastForward Startup Growth Program

Scale with confidence. You’re already on the trail and we help you chart the path to grow with coaching and tools so you don't have to journey alone. Learn More >>>

SmartStart Startup Incubator Program

Launch your company. Shape the bones of your business, prepare to raise capital, and ride with a team that’s got your back. Learn More >>>

Cowtown Angels Investor Network

When you're in the saddle to start to raise capital, you have an first-class entry into Fort Worth's leading angel investor network. Learn More >>>

This ain’t your average startup scene.

Tap into a founder-first network with Texas roots and future-forward vision. We help tech entrepreneurs chart the course from idea to impact, without giving up their equity. Explore our portfolio of companies and see where the journey might take you.

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Bela Malik, Ph.D.

Patent Attorney + Mentor

"TechFW is indeed a great platform as it offers an excellent environment for networking, mentorship, and connecting with a variety of experts who can help guide early-stage innovators through the business and funding process. Such networking and expert guidance can make a real difference in a founder’s success. Unlike many similar organizations, TechFW is equity-free, which is a tremendous benefit for founders looking to retain control of their ventures."

Gerald Schwarz

Architect + TechFW Graduate

"My biggest takeaway from the ThinkLab course was the viability of my product. My product started as a hydration pod for animals but has morphed into more than that with pods for providing liquid vitamins to animals, a much larger market."

Rick McAdoo

Co-founder + TechFW Member

"Since moving into the FastForward program, Ampcare has exhibited continuous positive growth. Our success has been enhanced by the constant access to mentors, advisors and professionals who have the experience to energize our growth.The goal of the FastForward program is to have a foundation in place, scale up and grow. There is the tendency for startups is to focus only on the growth; other facets of the business can be neglected. TechFW keeps us focused and makes sure you can maintain a sustained level of growth."