Perseverance.ac, a continuous startup accelerator, is reshaping the traditional accelerator model by offering ongoing, personalized support instead of fixed-term programs. Traditional accelerators typically operate on fixed three- to six-month cohorts, while Perseverance.ac provides continuous support that adapts to each founder’s timeline and growth pace.

Built on the belief that meaningful progress comes from consistent daily action, the platform blends AI-driven insight with human mentorship to help founders stay focused and move forward every day.

Its proprietary Bottleneck Resolution Methodology pairs data-backed recommendations with guidance from experienced mentors to identify and address each founder’s most pressing constraint.

Progress is tracked through a visual dashboard measuring three core metrics:

By maintaining a balance between automation and hands-on mentorship, Perseverance.ac supports founders in scaling sustainably while maintaining accountability, clarity, and momentum.

The company also announced a strategic partnership with Ansir, a cross-border co-working space led by Dr. H. P. Wang, former Accelerator Director at Techstars and Qualcomm. Ansir will integrate Perseverance.ac’s platform into its onboarding for both in-person and virtual members, extending the program’s reach across global innovation hubs.

“We launched Perseverance.ac at San Diego Startup Week on Oct. 10, 2025, and the response has been tremendous,” said Cheryl K. Goodman, co-founder of Perseverance.ac. “Solopreneurs are embracing our easy-to-use platform and curated mentor network. The platform is also proving invaluable for those managing portfolio companies or startup investments who want streamlined oversight and engagement.”

Built for cost-conscious founders, Perseverance.ac offers accessible, flexible support designed to help entrepreneurs stay accountable and build momentum daily. The platform’s key differentiators include:

• AI–Human Hybrid Model: Combines automated analysis, daily personalized recommendations, and real-time progress tracking with guidance from experienced mentors to provide both structure and strategic insight.

• Daily Engagement & Accountability: Founders interact via Telegram and email, receiving daily prompts to report progress, clarify next steps, and stay aligned with their most critical goals and bottlenecks.

• Affordable and Accessible: Priced at $100 per month, the program offers a budget-friendly alternative to traditional accelerators that often require equity or significant upfront investment.

• Open Access for All Stages & Industries: Welcomes entrepreneurs across verticals and business types — from solopreneurs and lifestyle founders to growth-stage teams — without cohort deadlines or exclusionary selection criteria.

“This model is especially valuable for founders building sustainable, real-world businesses — such as community ventures or local lifestyle brands — many of which may never seek venture funding,” said Serg Dmitriev, co-founder. “At the same time, we help them prepare strategically should they decide to pursue outside investment in the future.”

Founders participate in weekly 90-minute mastermind-style mentor sessions held every Friday. These live sessions provide real-time feedback, peer accountability, and space for collaborative problem-solving as founders work through their most pressing challenges.

Perseverance.ac is also growing an international community of founders and mentors.

“In the past quarter, Perseverance Technologies has onboarded entrepreneurs and mentors from around the world,” said Lena Skliarova-Mordvinova, co-founder and CTO. “This global community now spans eight countries, underscoring that we are truly without boundaries in how and where we connect startup dreamers, builders, expert mentors, and the best in AI.”

Founders also gain access to an experienced mentor community spanning venture, AI engineering, communications, and startup operations. Featured mentors include:

• Neal Bloom – CEO, Rising Tide; angel investor and startup ecosystem leader

• Pam Golden – President, GLA Communications; communications and trade-show strategy expert

• Rick Moy – Multi-exit founder; cybersecurity and Know Your Customer (KYC) specialist

• Vishal Shaw – Former GM, Lenovo XR/AR; CEO, MAAV Global; extended-reality and emerging-tech leader

• Eddie Revello – AI systems integration consultant; enterprise technology advisor

• Hitomi Taguchi, PhD – Executive STEM coach; advocate for women in STEM leadership

A full list of mentors is available at Perseverance.ac.

A featured startup, Blend.app — a team management platform for bars and cafés co-founded by Constantinos Samuel — illustrates the platform’s cross-border flexibility. After joining Perseverance.ac during a U.S. visit, Samuel continues to collaborate remotely from Greece as he expands into the American market.

Through its partnership with Ansir, Perseverance.ac will soon launch Optional Onsite Partner Programming that includes workshops on “Know Your Customer,” “Equity for Startups: A Discussion on the Slicing Pie Method,” and curated Consumer Electronics Show (CES) tours.

Entrepreneurs can learn more or apply at Perseverance.ac or follow the community at instagram.com/perseverance_ac.

Q1: What makes Perseverance.ac different from traditional accelerators?
A: Unlike fixed-term programs, Perseverance.ac uses a continuous model supported by AI-driven coaching and human mentorship, allowing founders to work at their own pace without equity requirements.

Q2: How does the Bottleneck Resolution Methodology help founders?
A: The platform analyzes each founder’s biggest constraint through Idea, Effort, and Focus Scores, guiding them toward daily actions that address their most critical bottleneck.

Q3: Who benefits most from this model?
A: Founders across all stages and industries, including solopreneurs and community-centric businesses, benefit from affordable ($100/month) ongoing accountability, expert guidance, and global peer support.

Q4: What role does AI play in the program?
A: The system provides personalized recommendations, tracks progress, and supports mentor-guided development, blending automation with human judgment for balanced decision-making.

Q5: How does the Ansir partnership expand access?
A: Through its co-working and virtual community network, Ansir will integrate Perseverance.ac into member onboarding, extending the program’s reach across global startup communities.

For founders, Perseverance.ac represents a shift away from the rigid, short-cycle accelerator model toward a more flexible approach that supports real-world entrepreneurial timelines. Not every company fits a three-month sprint or traditional venture-backed path. Many need structured guidance, accountability, and community — but at a pace that reflects their stage, resources, and goals.

This model acknowledges a truth often overlooked in startup culture: sustainable progress is built through consistent daily action, not compressed timelines or high-pressure cohorts. Combining AI-powered insight with ongoing mentor support gives founders a framework to identify their biggest barriers, stay focused, and build momentum over time.

As AI becomes a core tool for founders, programs like Perseverance.ac highlight an emerging trend — hybrid systems that pair intelligent automation with human expertise to meet entrepreneurs where they are. It reflects a broader shift toward accessible entrepreneurship, where growth isn’t gated by geography, funding, or eligibility criteria, but enabled by continuous learning and community support.

In a world where building a business is rarely linear, this approach offers something simple and powerful: structured accountability at your own pace, and a support system that scales with you — not the other way around.

Editor’s Note: This article was created by Alicia Shapiro, CMO of AiNews.com, with writing, image, and idea-generation support from ChatGPT, an AI assistant used for research and drafting. However, the final perspective and editorial choices are solely Alicia Shapiro’s. Special thanks to ChatGPT for assistance with research and editorial support in crafting this article.