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21 out of 21 people recommended 500.

1. There's simply no organization or angel in the world that is this supportive and active for startups. I'm so thrilled to be part of their network.

   — Founder of a company 500 invested in

2. Dave really cares about startups as illustrated by the many 10pm Friday night calls I've had with him. He's got an unparalleled network and is an invaluable addition to any team.

   — Founder of a company 500 invested in

3. We enjoy every second with this family, and benefit greatly from been part of it.

   — Founder of a company 500 invested in

4. Exceptional understanding of the "science" and repeatable processes that produce great products and great companies.

   — Founder of a company 500 invested in

5. They took a chance on my company when potentially nobody else would. This program literally changed my life and I struggle finding words to describe my gratitude. Trying to imagine where I'd be without the 500Startups accelerator program is like finding your soul-mate and trying to recall what life was like before. The team and mentor network are quite arguably superhuman. I will forever be #500Strong and know I'm truly part of a family. Thank you so much.

   — anonymous

6. The best thing we could have done for our startup. Being tech and product-focused people, it was good to have someone on our shoulder telling us to worry about design, data, and distribution. Also, the network is massive and _incredibly_ helpful.

   — Founder of a company 500 invested in

7. I love what 500Startups is doing - smart help + booster rockets for entrepreneurs. In addition, they tell you yes or no quickly and don't waste your time. Awesome.

   — Founder of a company 500 invested in

8. Smart, quick to make decisions, and amazing value add especially via access to the 500 network of founders and mentors. You'd be an idiot not to take their money.

   — Founder of a company 500 invested in

9. The 500 Family regularly exceeds our expectations. It's impossible to do more for entrepreneurs than what Dave, the 500 Team, and the incredibly active mentor + founder network do regularly.

   — Founder of a company 500 invested in

10. These guys are great. There's a lot of talk out there about value add investors, or people who are entrepreneur friendly. At the end of the day, these guys are one of the few who are legit on both fronts. If they offer, say yes.

    — Founder of a company 500 invested in

11. Despite the fact that 500 startups has a proven track record of launching successful companies, joining 500 startups is probably the most fun and the most rewarding experience I have ever had.

    — Founder of a company 500 invested in

12. Great exposure

    — Founder of a company 500 invested in

13. Great network.

    — Founder of a company 500 invested in

14. I'm a coinvestor with them on a variety of deals and always try to bring them in when I can. Love their team, philosophy, and network

    — Co-investor in company 500 invested in

15. Focus on what's important: community, teamwork and strength through collaboration.

    — Founder of a company 500 invested in

16. Helpful, smart, great to have on your team.

    — Founder of a company 500 invested in

17. Dave McClure is an incredibly gifted marketer, and so good at what he does.

    — Founder of a company 500 invested in