About Us

9Mile Labs is a high-tech accelerator based in the Seattle, WA metro area, focused on B2B software and cloud technologies.

We run two 3-month programs per year, each with up to 9 startups. During these 3 months, startups receive the following:

1

Funding

A $20,000 investment in exchange for between 4-8% of the startup’s equity.

2

Mentoring

A network of mentors who can help provide advice and connections to the startups.

3

Environment

State-of-the-art workspace within walking distance of coffee shops and restaurants.

4

Connection

Networking and social events run by 9Mile during the 3 month program.

5

Audience

An opportunity to present to VCs, angel investors, and mentors during the 9Mile Labs Demo Day

Tom Casey Tom Casey, Partner
Tom is an experienced executive, entrepreneur, and active investor and advisor for technology companies. He has experience developing global products and businesses focused on enterprise applications and systems software. Tom has deep experience in Business Intelligence, Database Management Systems, Business Process Management, and Payment Systems through various startups and more than 16 years at Microsoft. In 2013, Tom co-founded CERULEAN VENTURES LLC as a consulting, investment, and advisory firm focused on socially responsible technology engagements. Tom holds a Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems from the University of Arizona.
Kevin Croy Kevin Croy, Partner
Kevin is the consummate serial entrepreneur who has co-founded five startups, two of which (Lostpedia, Jupiter Hosting) have had successful exits. Kevin is a technologist and enterprise architect with hands-on experience in a broad range of Internet technologies, data center infrastructure, and development tools. Kevin holds an MBA.
Enrique Godreau IIIEnrique Godreau III, Venture Partner
Enrique has been active in the information technology industry for 30 years. He’s worked with great people at leading technology-based companies including Adobe, Gartner, and Xerox PARC. In 1996, he cofounded Voyager Capital, an early-stage tech venture capital firm. And in 2012, he cofounded GSharp Ventures, a consulting, investment, and advisory firm. Enrique holds a BS in Computer Science.
Sanjay Puri Sanjay Puri, Partner
Sanjay started his career building database applications at Oracle. Sanjay co-founded thinkIndia.com in 1999 which exited successfully in 2001. As a products executive at startups (iConclude, Opsware, Edifecs) and large companies (Microsoft and HP), Sanjay has helped companies achieve successful exits and exceptional revenue growth. Sanjay holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and an MBA.
Sandy Sharma Sandy Sharma, Partner
Sandy is a serial entrepreneur and passionate angel investor. Sandy has co-founded and successfully led 4 technology companies. He currently serves as CEO of Advaiya a firm that helps technology companies with their strategy and business development. Sandy is also an active advisor for multiple startups in the NW and CA. Sandy holds a BS in Computer Science and an MBA.

In The Media

March 19, 2013

Big turnout for business startup accelerator 9Mile Labs

March 19, 2013

Meet the 9 startups joining the new 9Mile Labs accelerator

March 19, 2013

Accelerator 9Mile Labs Names Initial Class of B2B Startups

February 14, 2013

9Mile Labs sets up new accelerator at SURF Incubator

February 14, 2013

Press Release: 9Mile Labs and SURF Incubator Join Hands to Boost Ecosystem

January 31, 2013

B2B startup accelerator 9Mile Labs taps Microsoft VP, veteran VC to lead the charge

January 31, 2013

Casey, Godreau join startup accelerator 9Mile Labs

January 31, 2013

Press Release: 9Mile Labs Steps up Momentum by Expanding Partner Team

January 2, 2013

New accelerator 9Mile looks to help jumpstart B2B startups

January 2, 2013

New Seattle Accelerator 9Mile Labs Wants To Build On TechStars Model