An accelerator program
catalyzing opportunities for new technology and iconic brands
KEY DETAILS
SEPT 19-22
IN-PERSON PROGRAM
BURBANK, CA
LOCATION
OCT-NOV
REMOTE PROGRAM
Engage fans of beloved brands across platforms
Participating cohort companies will be guided by Acme Innovation and have the opportunity to collaborate with Warner Bros. Discovery and Acme Innovation to develop future-proofed approaches to:
Empower new storytelling formats and content production opportunities
Create transformative digital experiences
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Acme Innovation is a hybrid venture fund and holding company that invests in, supports, and incubates high-growth potential companies and protocols combining media, entertainment, and innovative technology. Acme’s portfolio encompasses internally-founded companies and joint ventures, equity holdings that diversify and de-risk its network, and Collider On The Lot.
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Cohort
Interviews
Cohort Announced
In-Person Immersion
Remote Program
Key Dates
JULY
AUG
SEPT 19-22
OCT-NOV
Applications Closed
AUG 9
Remote Program
OCT-NOV
In-Person Immersion
SEPT 19-22
Cohort Announced
AUG
Cohort
Interviews
JULY
Applications Closed
AUG 9
Warner Bros. Discovery, in partnership with Acme Innovation, has launched Collider On The Lot, an accelerator program for media, entertainment, and emerging technology companies. Collider On The Lot kicks off this September with a four-day in-person event at Warner Bros. Discovery’s offices in Burbank.
The program will provide entrepreneurs with connections to investors, executive-level education, and the opportunity to partner with Warner Bros. Discovery and Acme to explore new business models utilizing emerging technologies.
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Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. or its subsidiaries and affiliates. All rights reserved.
Remote Program
OCT-NOV
In-Person Immersion
SEPT 19-22
Cohort Announced
AUG
Applications Closed
AUG 9
Cohort Interviews
JULY
Remote Program
OCT-NOV
In-Person Immersion
SEPT 19-22
Cohort Announced
AUG
Cohort
Interviews
JULY
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FAQ
Is my company eligible to apply?
You should apply if you:
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This program is particularly focused on engaging entrepreneurs innovating around digital media experiences, loyalty and membership programs, and innovative content creation.
How can I apply?
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You can request access to the the application here. Once you submit, Acme Innovation will be in touch to discuss next steps.
When is Collider On The Lot?
3
Collider On The Lot will begin with an in-person immersion in Burbank, CA from September 19-22, 2023. In addition, there will be six weeks of remote work after the in-person immersion that will end by early November.
If accepted, what kind of time commitment is expected of me?
4
During the in-person immersion in September, cohort companies are expected to have full-day participation from 9am-6:30pm PT. During the remote sprint, the program will require 3-4 hours of work per week.
If I’m accepted, will there be an investment in my company?
5
Companies accepted into Collider On The Lot may receive some amount of funding from Acme Innovation in exchange for equity. This decision will, in part, be determined based on company size and stage.
I still have questions, what should I do?
7
If your question was not answered above and it prohibits you from completing the application, please reach out to Acme Innovation at collider@acmeinnovation.com.
LOONEY TUNES and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s23)
SCOOBY-DOO and all related characters and elements © & ™ Hanna-Barbera (s23)
TOM AND JERRY and all related characters and elements © & ™ Turner Entertainment Co. (s23)
© 2023 Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. or its subsidiaries and affiliates. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
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Have raised a minimum of $500K to date and are looking to grow;
Are operating in, or developing relevant services for, the media and entertainment industry;
Are building with emerging technologies
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Is it too late to apply?
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Yes, the application for the 2023 Collier On The Lot is now closed. You can still receive news & updates about future Collider events by signing up to the mailing list here.
LOONEY TUNES and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s23)
SCOOBY-DOO and all related characters and elements © & ™ Hanna-Barbera (s23)
TOM AND JERRY and all related characters and elements © & ™ Turner Entertainment Co. (s23)
© 2023 Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. or its subsidiaries and affiliates. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
The application for the 2023 Collider On The Lot is now closed. Please sign up to receive news & updates about future Collider events.
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Warner Bros. Discovery copyrights and trademarks are the property of Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. or its subsidiaries and affiliates. All rights reserved.
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Warner Bros. Discovery copyrights and trademarks are the property of
Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. or its subsidiaries and affiliates. All rights reserved.
ACME INNOVATION WEBSITE TERMS AND PRIVACY POLICY