Startup Virginia Membership Application
Thank you for your interest in becoming a member at Startup Virginia. In order for companies to be considered for membership at Startup Virginia, they must meet the following criteria:
1) High Growth Company
- You have a product/service that can appeal to and serve a large market
- You have developed or are in the process of developing a strategy/capability to reach that large market
2) Central Virginia Presence
- A majority of your staff and/or resources are located in Central Virginia (defined as everywhere non-DC suburbs)
3) Company Size/Maturity
- Your company is along the beginning of the startup S-curve
- The company founder(s) are working full time on product/service
- Your company has less than 20 full-time employees
Membership Options
Open Workspace
Individual Entrepreneur
$250/month
Open Workspace
Single Entrepreneur or Team
$250/month for the first member
+ $100/month for each additional member
Open Workspace memberships are best suited for a single founder and/or their team who are not yet at capacity for an office, as well as those who already have their own physical location, but desire the benefits of a Startup Virginia membership. Includes:
High Visibility
Members are able to participate in all programs at no cost and are featured on Startup Virginia’s website
Educational Programs
Members can attend founder-friendly Startup Virginia workshops, lectures, and gatherings
Special Events
Members receive invitations to various events designed especially for startups
Local Mentors
Members have access to an extensive network of mentors through in-person office hours
Monthly Check-Ins
Members may schedule regular updates with SVA staff to assess needs
Personal Workspace
Members can utilize any single seat available with access to printer, copier, scanner, WIFI, and other amenities
24/7 Keycard Access
Members have full access to all coworking spaces, meeting rooms and rooftop terrace at 1717 with their own keycard 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Private Conference Rooms
Members have the ability to reserve private conference rooms, some fully equipped with AV technology
Complimentary Refuel Zones
Members have unlimited access to lounge areas on multiple floors with free coffee and tea
Office Address
Members can register the Startup Virginia campus as their mailing address during their active membership period
Small Office
Up to 4 Team Members
$800/month
Small Office Membership
Up to 4 Team Members - $800/month
Designated Office
Members are assigned a small team office between 115 - 151 square feet, with door and signage and seats/desk space for up to four people, and access to printer, copier, scanner, WIFI, and other amenities
High Visibility
Members are able to participate in all programs at no cost and are featured on Startup Virginia’s website
Educational Programs
Members can attend founder-friendly Startup Virginia workshops, lectures, and gatherings
Special Events
Members receive invitations to various events designed especially for startups
Local Mentors
Members have access to an extensive network of mentors through in-person office hours
Monthly Check-Ins
Members may schedule regular updates with SVA staff to assess needs
24/7 Keycard Access
Members have full access to all coworking spaces, meeting rooms and rooftop terrace at 1717 with their own keycard 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Private Conference Rooms
Members have the ability to reserve private conference rooms, some fully equipped with AV technology
Complimentary Refuel Zones
Members have unlimited access to lounge areas on multiple floors with free coffee and tea
Office Address
Members can register the Startup Virginia campus as their mailing address during their active membership period
Medium Office
Up to 7 Team Members
$1200/month
Medium Office Membership
Up to 7 Team Members - $1200/month
Designated Office
Members are assigned a medium team office between 167 - 224 square feet, with door and signage and seats/desk space for up to seven people, and access to printer, copier, scanner, WIFI, and other amenities
High Visibility
Members are able to participate in all programs at no cost and are featured on Startup Virginia’s website
Educational Programs
Members can attend founder-friendly Startup Virginia workshops, lectures and gatherings
Special Events
Members receive invitations to various events designed especially for startups
Local Mentors
Members have access to an extensive network of mentors through in-person office hours
Monthly Check-Ins
Members may schedule regular updates with SVA staff to assess needs
24/7 Keycard Access
Members have full access to all coworking spaces, meeting rooms and rooftop terrace at 1717 with their own keycard 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Private Conference Rooms
Members have the ability to reserve private conference rooms, some fully equipped with AV technology
Complimentary Refuel Zones
Members have unlimited access to lounge areas on multiple floors with free coffee and tea
Office Address
Members can register the Startup Virginia campus as their mailing address during their active membership period
Large Office
Up to 10 Team Members
$1600/month
Large Office Membership
Up to 10 Team Members - $1600/month
Designated Office
Members are assigned a large team office between 261 - 425 square feet, with door and signage and seats/desk space for up to ten people, and access to fax, copier, scanner, WIFI, and other amenities
High Visibility
Members are able to participate in all programs at no cost and are featured on Startup Virginia’s website
Educational Programs
Members can attend founder-friendly Startup Virginia workshops, lectures, and gatherings
Special Events
Members receive invitations to various events designed especially for startups
Local Mentors
Members have access to an extensive network of mentors through in-person office hours
Monthly Check-Ins
Members may schedule regular updates with SVA staff to assess needs
24/7 Keycard Access
Members have full access to all coworking spaces, meeting rooms and rooftop terrace at 1717 with their own keycard 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Private Conference Rooms
Members have the ability to reserve private conference rooms, some fully equipped with AV technology
Complimentary Refuel Zones
Members have unlimited access to lounge areas on multiple floors with free coffee and tea
Office Address
Members can register the Startup Virginia campus as their mailing address during their active membership period
Out-Of-Town Membership
Non-Richmond Residents - $150/month
Out-of-town memberships are reserved for entrepreneurs and companies who do not reside in the Greater Richmond area. Location independent by design, this membership offers the services of an incubator, while also providing flexibility and convenience. Includes:
High Visibility
Members are able to participate in all programs at no cost and are featured on Startup Virginia’s website
Educational Programs
Members can attend founder-friendly Startup Virginia workshops, lectures, and gatherings
Special Events
Members receive invitations to various events designed especially for startups
Local Mentors
Members have access to an extensive network of mentors through in-person office hours
Monthly Check-Ins
Members may schedule regular updates with SVA staff partner to assess needs