What is Equifax Accelerate?
Create transformative solutions, with the power of Equifax APIs.
Leverage the power of the Equifax Cloud™ to fuel rapid innovation.
Overview
Launched in 2021, Equifax Accelerate is a six-month developer program designed to help technology companies of all sizes tap into the Equifax information ecosystem to build transformative, data-driven solutions that promote financial inclusion.The top applicants have an opportunity to refine their use case and solution with coaching from Equifax experts. Ten finalists will win entry into the Product Studio, a custom accelerator program run by Equifax and 1871.
The Timeline
Open Applications - June 1, 2022
The application window is now open - make sure to submit your ideas!
Close Applications - July 28, 2022
The application window will close. We will then choose the top 50 applicants,
who will have the chance to participate in the Design Sprint.
Design Sprint Begins - August 8, 2022
The top 50 applicants will prepare to pitch their product ideas.
Pitch Competition - August 30, 2022
20 participants will be selected to pitch their proposal to the judging panel,
and 10 will be chosen to join the Product Studio.
Product Studio Begins - September 12, 2022
The 10 finalists will receive mentorship and resources from 1871 and Equifax.
They will have access to Equifax's API tool to support them as they build their product.
Product Showcase - November 17, 2022
The program will culminate in a final showcase, where the 10 finalists will
demonstrate their products to leaders from Equifax along with clients and
partners in digital and fintech spaces.
