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Overview
On Deck runs a program called ODF that helps people navigate the earliest stages of starting a company. Participants join a cohort of 80 to 100 peers to collaborate on finding co-founders, validating product ideas, and deciding on funding strategies. Unlike traditional accelerators that focus on established teams, On Deck specializes in the "exploration stage" by providing a community-driven environment to solve the initial hurdles of entrepreneurship. The company's goal is to help more people launch successful startups by providing the network and knowledge needed to turn an idea into a functioning business.
About On Deck
Industries
Consulting
Venture Capital
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Series B
Total Funding
$59.8M
Headquarters
Los Angeles, California
Founded
2019
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What believers are saying
- On Deck Society launched 2026 products like Friends On Deck and Forge On Deck.
- The community still attracts ambitious operators seeking curated, high-signal connections and career access.
- Small, paid fellowship programs create recurring revenue and low-capex growth versus full marketplaces.
What critics are saying
- On Deck cut 25% in May 2022, then another round three months later.
- The 2026 On Deck Society pivot signals strategic drift and brand confusion.
- Competing cohort platforms and AI community tools can commoditize its paid network within 12 months.
What makes On Deck unique
- On Deck built a curated, founder-heavy network across fellowships, events, and alumni connections.
- Its 2026 repositioning targets identity-based matching and community, not generic social networking.
- The network effect remains its core moat: alumni, operators, and founders repeatedly re-enter programs.
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Funding
Total Funding
$59.8M
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About On Deck
Industries
Consulting
Venture Capital
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Series B
Total Funding
$59.8M
Headquarters
Los Angeles, California
Founded
2019
There are no jobs for On Deck right now.
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