What Companies Are in Techstars Los Angeles in 2026?
Techstars programs connected to Los Angeles selected 27 companies in 2026, spanning healthcare, software, aerospace, robotics, fintech, biotechnology, consumer products, education, hardware, and other emerging technology categories.
The companies come from several 2026 programs, including the USC & Techstars Accelerator, USC & Techstars University Catalyst, Techstars Space Accelerator, Techstars Workforce Development Accelerator, and Techstars LA.
Last reviewed: August 26, 2026
Techstars Los Angeles 2026 at a glance
| Companies included | 27 |
| Year | 2026 |
| Location | Los Angeles |
| Programs represented | USC & Techstars Accelerator, USC & Techstars University Catalyst, Techstars Space Accelerator, Techstars Workforce Development Accelerator, Techstars LA |
| Focus areas | Healthcare, software, aerospace, robotics, fintech, biotechnology, consumer technology, education, hardware |
| Last reviewed | August 26, 2026 |
Techstars Los Angeles companies in 2026
| Company | What it does | Industry | 2026 Techstars program |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avarie Femcare | Develops products focused on women's health and femcare | Consumer Health | USC & Techstars Accelerator |
| Claimio | Helps businesses identify and recover financial claims | Fintech | USC & Techstars Accelerator |
| Drafted | Connects startups with talent | HR Technology | USC & Techstars Accelerator |
| FlexTogether | Provides virtual pulmonary rehabilitation | Digital Health | USC & Techstars Accelerator |
| Jam | Builds software for family organization and scheduling | Consumer Software | USC & Techstars Accelerator |
| Nowfluence | Provides creator discovery and campaign management software | Marketing Technology | USC & Techstars Accelerator |
| Sensate Robotics | Develops tactile sensing and robotic gripping technology | Robotics | USC & Techstars Accelerator |
| VascAI | Builds AI-enabled chronic care coordination technology | Healthcare AI | USC & Techstars Accelerator |
| Stellerian | Develops aerospace software and technology | Aerospace | Techstars Space Accelerator |
| Obert | Develops protective workwear for women | Consumer Products | Techstars Workforce Development Accelerator |
| Translunar | Develops aerospace and defense technology | Aerospace & Defense | Techstars LA |
| Applixy | Develops digital workflow solutions | Software | USC & Techstars University Catalyst |
| Biotransport Systems Development | Develops biological transport technologies | Biotechnology | USC & Techstars University Catalyst |
| CoordiCare | Develops healthcare technology | Healthcare | USC & Techstars University Catalyst |
| DataCare | Develops technology for healthcare applications | Healthcare | USC & Techstars University Catalyst |
| FireWarden | Develops smart wildfire detection technology | Safety Technology | USC & Techstars University Catalyst |
| First Gen X | Develops tools for first-generation students | EdTech | USC & Techstars University Catalyst |
| FungiFix | Develops fungal biotechnology | Biotechnology | USC & Techstars University Catalyst |
| Nara | Develops software products | Software | USC & Techstars University Catalyst |
| Seventh Degree Technologies | Develops hardware and software solutions | Hardware / Software | USC & Techstars University Catalyst |
| SIER Sidekick | Develops emergency response technology | Software | USC & Techstars University Catalyst |
| Simplest Healthcare (Division) | Develops healthcare technology | Healthcare | USC & Techstars University Catalyst |
| Str3amcore Labs | Develops streaming infrastructure | Software | USC & Techstars University Catalyst |
| Textura | Develops materials technology | Materials Science | USC & Techstars University Catalyst |
| Threadlabs | Develops smart textile technology | Wearables / Textiles | USC & Techstars University Catalyst |
| Tummi | Develops healthcare technology | Healthcare | USC & Techstars University Catalyst |
| Veena | Develops wellness technology | Wellness Technology | USC & Techstars University Catalyst |
Industry labels above are descriptive classifications for easier browsing and are not presented as official Techstars category assignments.
Company profiles
Avarie Femcare
Consumer Health · Los Angeles
Avarie Femcare is a women's health and consumer products company selected for the Spring 2026 USC & Techstars Accelerator.
The company previously participated in the USC and Techstars University Catalyst program before advancing to the accelerator. Founder Charlyn Bender presented Avarie Femcare at Demo Day on June 9, 2026.
2026 Techstars program: USC & Techstars Accelerator
Claimio
Fintech · Los Angeles
Claimio is a financial technology company participating in the Spring 2026 USC & Techstars Accelerator.
Previously known as Blue Navy Recovery, the company rebranded to Claimio as it graduated from the accelerator in June 2026. The Jesse result indicates that Claimio had assisted with more than $8 million in recovery opportunities by June 2026.
2026 Techstars program: USC & Techstars Accelerator
Drafted
HR Technology · Los Angeles
Drafted connects startups with talent and was accepted into the Spring 2026 USC & Techstars Accelerator.
Drafted entered the program in March 2026 and presented at Demo Day in Los Angeles on June 9.
2026 Techstars program: USC & Techstars Accelerator
FlexTogether
Digital Health · Los Angeles
FlexTogether is a digital health company founded by Emily Mischel and Benji Rostoker.
The company joined the USC & Techstars Accelerator in March 2026 and presented its virtual pulmonary rehabilitation platform at Demo Day in Los Angeles in June.
2026 Techstars program: USC & Techstars Accelerator
Jam
Consumer Software · Los Angeles
Jam builds software designed to help families organize schedules and activities.
After participating in the USC & Techstars University Catalyst program, Jam advanced to the Spring 2026 USC & Techstars Accelerator and presented at Demo Day in June.
2026 Techstars program: USC & Techstars Accelerator
Nowfluence
Marketing Technology · Los Angeles
Nowfluence develops software for creator discovery and campaign management.
The company joined the Spring 2026 USC & Techstars Accelerator and presented its platform at the Los Angeles Demo Day on June 9.
2026 Techstars program: USC & Techstars Accelerator
Sensate Robotics
Robotics · Los Angeles
Sensate Robotics develops multimodal tactile sensing and robotic gripping technology.
Founded by Nick Wettels and Jason McAuley, the company joined the Spring 2026 USC & Techstars Accelerator and presented its technology at Demo Day.
2026 Techstars program: USC & Techstars Accelerator
VascAI
Healthcare AI · Los Angeles
VascAI develops an AI-enabled chronic care coordination platform.
The company participated in the Spring 2026 USC & Techstars Accelerator, which began in March, and presented at Demo Day in Los Angeles in June.
2026 Techstars program: USC & Techstars Accelerator
Stellerian
Aerospace · Los Angeles
Stellerian is an aerospace company founded by Cody Waldecker and Rodrigo Schmitt.
The company was accepted into the Spring 2026 Techstars Space Accelerator in January 2026.
2026 Techstars program: Techstars Space Accelerator
Obert
Consumer Products · Los Angeles
Obert develops protective workwear designed specifically for women working in traditionally male-dominated industries.
The company was selected for the Spring 2026 Techstars Workforce Development Accelerator.
2026 Techstars program: Techstars Workforce Development Accelerator
Translunar
Aerospace & Defense · Los Angeles
Translunar is a Los Angeles aerospace and defense company surfaced by Agent Jesse with a Techstars LA connection in 2026.
The Jesse result connects Translunar to acceptance into a Techstars LA cohort in January 2026.
2026 Techstars program: Techstars LA
Applixy
Software · Los Angeles
Applixy develops digital workflow solutions and was selected for the 2026 USC & Techstars University Catalyst program.
2026 Techstars program: USC & Techstars University Catalyst
Biotransport Systems Development
Biotechnology · Los Angeles
Biotransport Systems Development focuses on biological transport technologies and was selected for the 2026 USC & Techstars University Catalyst program.
2026 Techstars program: USC & Techstars University Catalyst
CoordiCare
Healthcare · Los Angeles
CoordiCare is a healthcare technology company selected for the 2026 USC & Techstars University Catalyst program in Los Angeles.
2026 Techstars program: USC & Techstars University Catalyst
DataCare
Healthcare · Los Angeles
DataCare develops technology for healthcare applications and was selected for the 2026 USC & Techstars University Catalyst program.
2026 Techstars program: USC & Techstars University Catalyst
FireWarden
Safety Technology · Los Angeles
FireWarden develops smart wildfire detection technology.
The company was selected for the 2026 USC & Techstars University Catalyst program.
2026 Techstars program: USC & Techstars University Catalyst
First Gen X
EdTech · Los Angeles
First Gen X develops tools focused on first-generation students and was selected for the 2026 USC & Techstars University Catalyst program.
2026 Techstars program: USC & Techstars University Catalyst
FungiFix
Biotechnology · Los Angeles
FungiFix is a biotechnology company working with fungal technology.
The company joined the 2026 USC & Techstars University Catalyst program.
2026 Techstars program: USC & Techstars University Catalyst
Nara
Software · Los Angeles
Nara is a software company selected for the 2026 USC & Techstars University Catalyst program in Los Angeles.
2026 Techstars program: USC & Techstars University Catalyst
Seventh Degree Technologies
Hardware / Software · Los Angeles
Seventh Degree Technologies develops hardware and software solutions and was selected for the 2026 USC & Techstars University Catalyst program.
2026 Techstars program: USC & Techstars University Catalyst
SIER Sidekick
Software · Los Angeles
SIER Sidekick develops emergency response technology and participated in the 2026 USC & Techstars University Catalyst program.
2026 Techstars program: USC & Techstars University Catalyst
Simplest Healthcare (Division)
Healthcare · Los Angeles
Simplest Healthcare (Division) develops healthcare technology and was selected for the 2026 USC & Techstars University Catalyst program.
2026 Techstars program: USC & Techstars University Catalyst
Str3amcore Labs
Software · Los Angeles
Str3amcore Labs develops streaming infrastructure technology and was selected for the 2026 USC & Techstars University Catalyst program.
2026 Techstars program: USC & Techstars University Catalyst
Textura
Materials Science · Los Angeles
Textura is a materials science company selected for the 2026 USC & Techstars University Catalyst program.
2026 Techstars program: USC & Techstars University Catalyst
Threadlabs
Wearables / Textiles · Los Angeles
Threadlabs works on smart textile technology and was selected for the 2026 USC & Techstars University Catalyst program.
2026 Techstars program: USC & Techstars University Catalyst
Tummi
Healthcare · Los Angeles
Tummi is a healthcare technology company selected for the 2026 USC & Techstars University Catalyst program.
2026 Techstars program: USC & Techstars University Catalyst
Veena
Wellness Technology · Los Angeles
Veena is a wellness technology company included in the 2026 USC & Techstars University Catalyst program.
2026 Techstars program: USC & Techstars University Catalyst
Industry breakdown
The 27 companies can be grouped into the following descriptive sectors:
| Industry | Companies |
|---|---|
| Healthcare / Digital Health | FlexTogether, VascAI, CoordiCare, DataCare, Simplest Healthcare (Division), Tummi |
| Software | Applixy, Nara, SIER Sidekick, Str3amcore Labs |
| Aerospace / Defense | Stellerian, Translunar |
| Consumer | Avarie Femcare, Jam, Obert |
| Biotechnology | Biotransport Systems Development, FungiFix |
| Hardware / Safety Technology | FireWarden, Seventh Degree Technologies |
| Robotics | Sensate Robotics |
| Fintech | Claimio |
| HR Technology | Drafted |
| Marketing Technology | Nowfluence |
| EdTech | First Gen X |
| Materials Science | Textura |
| Wearables / Textiles | Threadlabs |
| Wellness Technology | Veena |
These are descriptive classifications based on what each company builds and are not necessarily official Techstars category assignments.
Which Techstars programs are represented in Los Angeles in 2026?
The companies on this list come from several Techstars programs connected to Los Angeles in 2026.
| Program | Companies |
|---|---|
| USC & Techstars Accelerator | Avarie Femcare, Claimio, Drafted, FlexTogether, Jam, Nowfluence, Sensate Robotics, VascAI |
| USC & Techstars University Catalyst | Applixy, Biotransport Systems Development, CoordiCare, DataCare, FireWarden, First Gen X, FungiFix, Nara, Seventh Degree Technologies, SIER Sidekick, Simplest Healthcare (Division), Str3amcore Labs, Textura, Threadlabs, Tummi, Veena |
| Techstars Space Accelerator | Stellerian |
| Techstars Workforce Development Accelerator | Obert |
| Techstars LA | Translunar |
The presence of multiple Techstars programs also makes the 2026 Los Angeles ecosystem broader than a single accelerator class.
How we built this list
This list was compiled from 2026 Techstars Los Angeles entries surfaced by Agent Jesse.
The companies on this page were discovered using Agent Jesse, which searches the live web for newly published startup announcements and accelerator cohorts.
For this list, we included companies participating in Techstars programs connected to Los Angeles in 2026.
Last reviewed: August 26, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What companies are in Techstars Los Angeles in 2026?
Agent Jesse surfaced 27 companies participating in Techstars programs connected to Los Angeles in 2026, including Avarie Femcare, Claimio, Drafted, FlexTogether, Jam, Nowfluence, Sensate Robotics, VascAI, Stellerian, Obert, Translunar, and 16 companies from the USC & Techstars University Catalyst program.
How many Techstars Los Angeles 2026 companies are on this list?
This page includes 27 companies whose Techstars program participation in the Jesse results is connected to 2026.
Which companies are in the USC & Techstars Accelerator Spring 2026 cohort?
The Spring 2026 companies surfaced by Agent Jesse are Avarie Femcare, Claimio, Drafted, FlexTogether, Jam, Nowfluence, Sensate Robotics, and VascAI.
Which companies are in the USC & Techstars University Catalyst 2026 program?
The 2026 University Catalyst companies are Applixy, Biotransport Systems Development, CoordiCare, DataCare, FireWarden, First Gen X, FungiFix, Nara, Seventh Degree Technologies, SIER Sidekick, Simplest Healthcare (Division), Str3amcore Labs, Textura, Threadlabs, Tummi, and Veena.
Which Techstars Los Angeles 2026 companies are working in healthcare?
Healthcare and digital health companies include FlexTogether, VascAI, CoordiCare, DataCare, Simplest Healthcare (Division), and Tummi.
Which Techstars Los Angeles 2026 companies are working in aerospace?
Stellerian and Translunar are the aerospace-focused companies in the Jesse results.
Which Techstars Los Angeles 2026 company is working in robotics?
Sensate Robotics develops multimodal tactile sensing and robotic gripping technology.
Is this one Techstars Los Angeles 2026 cohort?
No. The companies come from multiple Techstars programs connected to Los Angeles in 2026, including the USC & Techstars Accelerator, USC & Techstars University Catalyst, Techstars Space Accelerator, and Techstars Workforce Development Accelerator.
How were companies selected for this page?
A company was included only when the Jesse result connected its Techstars program participation to 2026. A company was not added merely because it raised funding, hired employees, or had another company event during 2026.
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