Nearshore Product Accelerator
Walk in with an idea.
Walk out with a sample in 3 months.

A 3-month accelerator built for people to go from concept to sample in hand. Demo day to pitch to angel investors at the end of the 3 months.
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  • Duration

    3 Months

  • Format

    Live and Guided

  • Outcome

    Production Ready Sample + Demo Day

Get your business up and running once and for all.

A first of it's kind product launch accelerator, go from concept to sample in 3 months.

Who this is for

Deadline is September 20, 2026. Winter cohort goes from October 1 until December 3rd.
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  1. 1

    E-commerce & physical product founders

    At the idea or early concept stage, with something you're serious about making and taking to market.
  2. 2

    Brands preparing for a first production run

    You have a product direction and need to get it quoted, sampled, and priced properly before committing capital.
  3. 3

    Founders who want to skip expensive mistakes

    Wrong factory, wrong MOQ, wrong lead time. All of it is avoidable when you have the right process and guidance.
  4. 4

    Anyone still deciding where to manufacture

    Asia, the USA, or Latin America. We'll run the landed cost numbers with you instead of guessing.

What's included in each cohort

You don't just learn the process. Execute it and make progress each week.

One live speaker or workshop each week

1 hour weekly sessions, bringing in factory owners, brands and investors as speakers

$1,000 credit with a nearshore factory

Applied directly to your sample. For apparel, leather goods, accessories, and jewelry, this often covers the entire sample cost.

Private founder community

A dedicated WhatsApp group for your cohort, plus full access to all recordings and 3 months free of Nearshore Search.

Weekly group mastermind

Bring the quote, the sample, or the sticking point. Review it live with experts and leave with a concrete next step.

Founder templates

Get the exact costing and profit templates, financial models and questions to ask for your specific product.

Supplier shortlists & vetting

Get the exact RFQ (Request for Quote) and spec templates that guarantee fast, comparable quotes back from factories.

Ready to Build?

Join the October cohort. Limited seats available to ensure personalized guidance for every founder.

You don't just learn the process. Execute it and make progress each week.

Mastermind Only

Starts October 1st

$199/mo
✓ Weekly Group Calls
✓ Peer Support
✓ Founder Group Chat
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General

Standard Rate after Sept 15

$5,000
✓  $1,000 Factory Credit
✓  Investor Demo Day
✓  Full 3-Month Cohort
✓  Weekly Workshop/ Speaker 
✓  Templates and Roadmap
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Early Bird

Apply before September 15 to lock in this preferred rate. Limited spots available at this rate.

$3,000
✓  $1,000 Factory Credit
✓  Investor Demo Day
✓  Full 3-Month Cohort
✓  Weekly Workshop/ Speaker 
✓  Templates and Roadmap
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Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any questions, feel free to email hello@nearshored.ai
Who is this for?

Individuals who have always had an idea but were overwhelmed with all the steps required to get it off the ground.  

What if I’ve never manufactured before?

Perfect - that’s exactly who we help. We’ll guide you step-by-step through the process.

Do I need an existing sourcing team?

No. We will make warm intros for you if you are accepted.

Can you work with my existing factory?

Yes. We can help evaluate, improve, or expand your current supplier relationships.

Where are your factories located?

Our vetted network includes over 5,000 factories across the U.S., Latin America, and Europe, covering categories from apparel and accessories to home goods, toys, and more.

Do I get to work with the factory directly?

Yes - you’ll communicate directly with factories through our platform. We guide and support the process to ensure smooth collaboration and fair terms.

Do I need a product design to begin?

No. If you have an idea or prototype, our team can help you develop specs, materials, and production details to get ready for factory quotes.

I have questions. Can I talk to someone?

Absolutely! If you are selected to be part of the upcoming cohort, we will have an interview where you will also be able to ask questions.

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