About Us

CoLab 360 Accleterator

CoLab360 connects entrepreneurs, investors, and institutions across borders. Founded in California in 2014 CoLab360 helps European companies enter new markets, build strategic partnerships, and scale globally through a 360-degree approach that integrates business acceleration, advisory, and ecosystem development.

Our Mission

Empowering companies on both sides of the Atlantic to expand and grow with confidence.

We provide the strategies, partnerships, and local market expertise that startups and established businesses need to enter new markets, accelerate growth, and build lasting international presence — whether expanding from Europe to the U.S. or from the U.S. to Europe.

Our Vision

Building a connected transatlantic economy through innovation and collaboration.

By bridging ecosystems, talent, and opportunity between Europe and the U.S., we enable companies to scale globally, create sustainable impact, and strengthen collaboration across industries and nations.

Our Leadership

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Marcel Van Zweeden

Founder & CEO

Marcel a Dutch-American entrepreneur with over two decades of experience founding and scaling companies in Europe and the United States. He has led ventures across technology, finance, and market-entry strategy, including Shortcut Software International, Mobile Bridge, Idiligo and Formula Financial, as well as other involvement participations. As Founder and CEO of CoLab-360 Accelerator he drives partnerships that connect innovators, investors, and institutions across transatlantic markets.

Eileen Sánchez

Strategic Advisor

Eileen Sánchez is a government and business executive with deep expertise in economic development, international trade, and innovation policy. She has held senior roles with the U.S. Small Business Administration, the White House National Security Council, and the State of California. As Strategic Advisor of CoLab360 Accelerator, she guides strategy, partnerships, and global engagement initiatives.