What is Scalerator NEO?

Scalerator NEO is a six-month program designed to help Northeast Ohio business leaders achieve rapid, sustainable growth. Built on a curriculum developed by Babson College, the nation’s top-ranked school for entrepreneurship, Scalerator NEO empowers businesses with the tools and strategies to scale effectively.

Tailored for High-Growth Businesses

The program targets companies with $3 million to $15 million in annual revenue that are ready to grow through repeatable strategies, rather than acquisitions or one-off wins. CEOs and their leadership teams participate together in hands-on workshops focusing on key areas such as sales, finance, talent, and more.

A Team-Based Approach

Scalerator NEO's unique team-based model includes:

  • Peer-to-peer learning
  • Practical assignments
  • Individual mentoring from experienced faculty

This approach fosters collaboration and drives impactful, long-term improvements and growth.

Fully Funded by Burton D. Morgan Foundation and the Richard J. Fasenmyer Fund

Scalerator NEO is fully funded by Burton D. Morgan Foundation and the Richard J. Fasenmyer Fund. The initiative is part of our commitment to strengthening Northeast Ohio’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and demonstrating the power of education-driven growth.

A Global Network

Scalerator NEO is part of a global network, with programs held in only five other locations worldwide: Milwaukee, Manizales, Atlantic Canada, Rio de Janeiro, and Trinidad & Tobago.

Join the 2026 Cohort

We are currently recruiting for the 2026 cohort of Scalerator NEO, set to begin in January. Apply today to be part of this transformative program.