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Building a different kind of tech ecosystem

“We believe the best solutions come from people closest to the problems. We’re here to support socially and economically depressed founders in building profitable, sustainable businesses that create economic mobility, not just for themselves, but for their communities. That’s how real change happens.”
— LaToya C. Staten, Executive Director, Fearless Institute | Home of Hutch

Why Hutch exists

In 2019, we saw a pattern: talented founders solving real community problems with technology, but shut out of the networks, capital, and expertise that could help them scale. Hutch was founded to change that.

Traditional accelerators focus on speed, 12 weeks of intensity followed by graduation and goodbye. But building mission-driven businesses serving complex markets like government, healthcare, and education requires long-term commitment, deep domain expertise, and a community united by shared purpose.

That’s why we built Hutch differently.

Hutch is an incubator, not an accelerator. We support founders from early revenue to scaling operations to leading strategically across multiple markets. We don’t just help you win contracts, we help you build resilient companies that drive systemic change and create economic mobility.

As the endorsed small business ecosystem of Fearless, Hutch leverages the credibility, network, and expertise of a proven digital services company while maintaining our focus on small business growth and founder success.

Today, our community includes 60+ alumni companies that have generated $90M+ in revenue, created 272 jobs, and delivered solutions improving lives across government, healthcare, and SLED.

What makes Hutch different

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Long-term commitment

We’re an incubator, not an accelerator. We support and help scale founders from visionary to expert leaders, providing the guidance you need as your business evolves.
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Strong Symbiotic ecosystem

This is a living community where value flows in all directions. Founders support founders, partners invest in your success, and every connection strengthens the whole.

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Domain expertise that matters

We don’t just provide generic business advice, we offer specialized knowledge in the complex areas you’re navigating, from GSA schedules to entering state and local government.

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What we believe

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Community over competition
We build a shared social fabric where founders support each other, share knowledge, and create opportunities together. This isn't just networking, it's a community where everyone contributes and everyone benefits. When our ecosystem thrives, we all thrive.
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Building generational wealth
We help founders create businesses that don't just generate revenue—they build assets, create jobs, and establish financial stability that extends beyond a single generation. Economic mobility starts with profitable, sustainable ventures.
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The long game
We're an incubator, not an accelerator. We commit to founders for the long haul, from early revenue to scaling operations. Building resilient businesses takes time, support, and a community that shows up. We're here for every phase of your journey.
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Impact through enterprise
We help founders build stable, profitable businesses that create economic mobility and solve real problems. Sustainable revenue enables lasting impact, and meaningful impact attracts customers.

Meet the team helping to push our mission forward

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LaToya C. Staten

Executive Director,
Fearless Institute

LaToya leads the Fearless Institute and oversees the strategic direction of Hutch. With 15+ years of experience in economic development and entrepreneurship, she is passionate about creating pathways for underestimated founders to build sustainable, high-impact businesses.
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Kieran Holloway

Hutch Alliance Manager

Kieran connects founders to opportunities across government, healthcare, and commercial partners. He manages relationships, facilitate introductions, and steps in when partnerships get complicated making sure founders have what they need to win.

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